*.Mov files to a smaller size/good quality file

[OH_NO_ITS_FRODO]

whats the best gui friendly program around at the moment (free if possible) for converting mov files to hi-quality/smaller files? and indeed what is the best codec to use?

- realmedia (I've used this, but its getting a bit dated these days it seems)

what about MPEG-4 AVC (H.264)? or something else?

I've used realmedia in the past ("Easy RealMedia Producer" and directly from premiere) but I'm looking for a batch program (similar to autoGK)

I would like to keep the crispness of the video (as a lot of tutorials, etc show the GUI of relevant programs and are generally static for the most part), whereas others show more of a painting/3d clips.

ANY info or links at all are really appreciated!

[jeffy]

No best.... rule #12: http://forum.doom9.org/forum-rules.htm

[OH_NO_ITS_FRODO]

LOL...ok then.....what programs (not adware bloated, etc) have a decent ability to convert mov files to a better format for tutorials, etc. and indeed what format do you guys recommend for this purpose? (smaller file size/clear quality). I've seen some really sharp FLV files that look fantastic, but i think its using a way to encapsulate the H.264. any ideas

[Ajax_Undone]

RipBot264 You can find a link to the installer in my signature...

[OH_NO_ITS_FRODO]

thanks for the link Ajax. gonna give it a try!

[Inspector.Gadget]

Many modern .MOV files are H.264 video and AAC audio and can simply be remuxed using YAMB.