Sample MOV Files — Apple QuickTime Video Downloads
Download free sample MOV files from 5MB to 100MB in 720p to 4K. Apple's QuickTime container format — used in macOS/iOS workflows and professional video production.
What is a MOV file?
MOV (QuickTime Movie) is Apple's video container format, developed for QuickTime player on macOS and iOS. MOV files can contain video, audio, and text tracks. It's the default recording format on iPhones and the preferred format in professional Apple video workflows (Final Cut Pro).
MOV vs MP4
| Feature | MOV | MP4 |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Apple | MPEG consortium |
| Platform | macOS / iOS | Universal |
| Common codecs | H.264, ProRes | H.264, H.265 |
| File size | Often larger | More compressed |
| Browser support | Good | Excellent |
| Best for | Apple workflow | Universal sharing |
How to convert MOV to MP4
FFmpeg (fastest)
ffmpeg -i input.mov -c copy output.mp4FFmpeg (re-encode)
ffmpeg -i input.mov -c:v libx264 -c:a aac output.mp4Desktop apps
Handbrake (free, cross-platform) or QuickTime Player on macOS (File → Export As).
Technical specifications
| Container | QuickTime File Format (.mov) |
| Codecs | H.264, ProRes, HEVC |
| Developed by | Apple Inc. |
| Common use | iPhone recordings, Final Cut Pro |
| Browser support | Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge |