Parallel Media Encoder Parallel Media Encoder
MXF Conversion

Convert MXF to ProRes on your Mac

Drag in Sony or Canon MXF files, pick your output codec, and encode — in parallel. Free for ProRes and H.265. No watermarks, no time limits.

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Requires macOS 14.5 or later. Apple Silicon required.

Camera Sources
XAVC S-I / XAVC-I
Sony FX6 · FX9 · FS7
MXF
XAVC S-I
Sony FX3 · a7S III
MOV
XF-AVC
Canon C70 · C300 III · C500 II
MXF
Output Codecs
Apple ProRes
Proxy · LT · 422 · HQ · 4444 XQ
Free
H.265 / HEVC
Main · Main10 · Main10 4:2:2
Free
DNxHR / DNxHD
LB · SQ · HQ · HQX · 444
Pro

Works with your camera files

Parallel Media Encoder reads MXF containers from all major cinema cameras.

Camera Container Codec Resolution Supported
Sony FX3 MOV / MP4 XAVC S-I Up to 4K 120p
Sony FX6 MXF XAVC S / S-I Up to 4K 120p
Sony FX9 MXF XAVC S / XAVC-I Up to 4K 60p
Canon C70 MXF XF-AVC Up to 4K 120p
Canon C300 Mark III MXF XF-AVC Up to 4K 60p
Canon C500 Mark II MXF XF-AVC Up to 5.9K 60p

Also supports MXF from other professional cameras.

Convert MXF files in three steps

1

Drop your MXF files

Drag individual MXF files or an entire folder into Parallel Media Encoder. The app reads MXF containers from Sony and Canon cameras and displays source metadata, resolution, codec, and duration.

MXF source files loaded in Parallel Media Encoder
2

Choose your output codec

Pick ProRes (Proxy through 4444 XQ), H.265, H.264, or DNxHR. Set quality mode, resolution, and frame rate — or use a built-in preset for YouTube, Vimeo, or your NLE.

Encoding settings with codec selection in Parallel Media Encoder
3

Encode — in parallel

Hit Encode and Parallel Media Encoder transcodes multiple files simultaneously using your Apple Silicon hardware media engines. On an M4 Max, 8 MXF files encode in 119 seconds vs 197 seconds sequentially.

Encode queue showing multiple MXF files transcoding to ProRes in parallel

Every codec you need

Convert MXF files to the format your NLE, client, or archive requires.

Apple ProRes

Full ProRes family from Proxy to 4444 XQ. The industry standard for editing and finishing.

Free

H.265 / HEVC

Main, Main10, and Main10 4:2:2 profiles. Hardware-accelerated on Apple Silicon for fast delivery encodes.

Free 4:2:2 Pro

DNxHR / DNxHD

All DNxHR variants (LB through 444) and DNxHD for Avid Media Composer workflows.

Pro

Quality modes: Automatic, Manual Bitrate, VBR 1-Pass, and VBR 2-Pass. See all encoding options.

Batch convert MXF files — up to 10 at a time

Your Apple Silicon Mac has dedicated hardware media engines. Parallel Media Encoder detects your chip and uses them all — simultaneously.

MacBook Neo / M1–M5 Base
Up to 2 simultaneous encodes
M1–M5 Pro
Up to 4 simultaneous encodes
M1–M5 Max
Up to 8 simultaneous encodes
M1–M3 Ultra
Up to 10 simultaneous encodes
Real benchmark — M4 Max
8 files · 60s each · 4K MXF → H.265
Sequential — one at a time 0s
197s
Parallel — 8 simultaneous 0s
119s
39%
faster
with parallel encoding

Learn how parallel encoding works →

Preserve what matters

MXF files carry timecode, camera settings, reel names, and production metadata. Parallel Media Encoder passes it all through to your output files.

  • Timecode pass-through — source timecode preserved in output
  • Camera metadata — model, lens, exposure, and recording details
  • Folder structure — recreate source directory layout in output
  • "Transcoded By" field — always know which files have been converted
Metadata viewer showing MXF file details

MXF conversion FAQ

Can I convert MXF files for free?
Yes. Parallel Media Encoder's free version converts MXF files to ProRes (all variants) and H.265/H.264 with full quality control. You can queue up to 8 files and encode 2 simultaneously — no watermarks or time limits. Upgrade to Pro ($39, one-time) for full chip-tier parallel encoding, DNxHR output, and more.
Which Sony cameras are supported?
All Sony cameras that record to MXF containers are supported, including FX3, FX6, FX9, FS5, FS7, a7S III, and Venice (MXF — Venice RAW is not yet supported). The app reads XAVC S, XAVC S-I, and XAVC-I codecs inside MXF wrappers.
Does it preserve timecode and metadata?
Yes. Parallel Media Encoder passes through source timecode, camera metadata, and reel names to the output file. It also embeds a "Transcoded By" field so you always know which files have been converted.
Can I batch convert an entire folder of MXF files?
Yes. Drag a folder into the app and it imports every MXF file inside. With Pro, you can encode up to 10 files simultaneously and optionally recreate the source folder structure in your output directory.
What about Canon MXF files?
Fully supported. Canon Cinema EOS cameras (C70, C300 Mark III, C500 Mark II, C200) that record XF-AVC to MXF containers work out of the box. Drag them in and convert to ProRes, H.265, or DNxHR.
Can I automate MXF conversion?
Yes. Pro includes watch folders that auto-transcode new MXF files as they arrive, a full CLI tool (pme transcode) for scripting, and a REST API for integration into post-production pipelines.

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Start converting MXF files today

Free for ProRes and H.265 output. No watermarks, no time limits.

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Requires macOS 14.5 or later. Apple Silicon required.

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