Google VP8 Video Codec 1.2.0
After the On2 Company (well-known for its VP3, VP4, VP6 and VP7 video codecs) was purchased by Google, the successor of the VP codecs was released as the Google VP8 Video Codec (also called WebM).
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Download the Google VP8 Video Codec 1.2.0 to experience superior video compression and quality that rivals the popular H.264 codec.
This free codec delivers exceptional performance for video encoding and playback on Windows systems.
Why Download VP8 Video Codec?
The VP8 codec delivers industry-leading compression ratios while maintaining excellent video quality.
Originally developed to power Google Hangouts, VP8 significantly improves low bitrate video playback, making it ideal for streaming and video conferencing applications.
Key Features & Benefits
Performance Advantages:
- Multi-threaded encoding leverages multi-core processors for faster processing.
- Superior compression compared to H.264 codec.
- Optimized with Google's VP8 library for maximum efficiency.
- FOURCC identifier: VP80.
Compatibility & Integration:
- Seamlessly works with FFmpeg and VLC Media Player for decoding.
- Supports color space conversions used by Xvid codec.
- Compatible with Video for Windows (VFW) driver framework.
- Works with modern editing tools like VirtualDub.
System Requirements:
- Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit).
- Multi-core processor recommended for optimal performance.
How to Install VP8 Codec
Installation is quick and straightforward:
- Download the vp8vfw-setup-1.2.0.exe installer.
- Double-click the installer file.
- Follow the on-screen installation instructions.
- Start encoding immediately after installation.
Alternative method: Right-click on the vp8vfw.inf file and select "Install"
Technical Specifications
The VP8 codec utilizes the Video Compression Manager (VCM) framework, though users should note that 2-pass encoding requires setting a valid frame count using ICM_COMPRESS_FRAMES_INFO to access full statistics packets.
VP8 vs VP9: Which Should You Download?
While Google has released VP9 as the successor to VP8, the VP8 codec remains a reliable, proven solution for most users.
VP8 offers excellent compatibility with existing tools and provides more than adequate performance for standard video encoding needs.
Download Google VP8 Codec Now
Get your free copy of Google VP8 Video Codec 1.2.0 and improve your video encoding capabilities today. This codec provides professional-grade compression with easy installation and broad software compatibility.
Available files
- Google VP8 Video Codec 1.2.0WindowsInstaller535 KB
- Google VP8 Video Codec 1.2.0Archive512 KB
User reviews (4)
PE
PeterTosch
4 Dec 2012
3/5Good
Works only on 32 Bit Windows, but needs a powerful machine. Excellent quality for Youtube coding.
Reviewed on VP8 Video Codec 1.2.0
JA
Jack
10 Apr 2011
2/5Poor
Not really that excellent. DiVX 6.9.2 (Pro) encoding gives me an average of 30fps, XViD 1.3.1 23-25fps, VP8 barely 18fps on the same PC for the same film. Sometimes, while reading reviews, I feel like company employees write them.
Reviewed on VP8 Video Codec 1.1.0
DW
dw817
10 Apr 2011
5/5Excellent
For EVERYTHING, live-action, cartoons, anime, and CGI, this video codec totally rocks. It beats the socks off XviD, DivX and WMV by far for small bitrate encodings (128kbps).
The quality is so good it doesn't need filters or video noise to "clean it up" afterwards like DivX and XviD do.
You owe it to yourself to look at this incredible video codec. It is a shame it does not play on my portable devices, compare and see for yourself the seriously improved quality at the same k/sec.
It also has a dirt simple user interface:
K/sec, quality-preset, and whether it's fixed, variable, or 1st/2nd pass.
My only complaint is I've encoded hundreds of videos in XviD now for the past several years and I seriously want to re-encode them all in GV now for the clearly marked improvement in the end video at the same k/sec. Augh ! ☺
The quality is so good it doesn't need filters or video noise to "clean it up" afterwards like DivX and XviD do.
You owe it to yourself to look at this incredible video codec. It is a shame it does not play on my portable devices, compare and see for yourself the seriously improved quality at the same k/sec.
It also has a dirt simple user interface:
K/sec, quality-preset, and whether it's fixed, variable, or 1st/2nd pass.
My only complaint is I've encoded hundreds of videos in XviD now for the past several years and I seriously want to re-encode them all in GV now for the clearly marked improvement in the end video at the same k/sec. Augh ! ☺
Reviewed on VP8 Video Codec 1.1.0
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