Part 2 ~ Every Video Format Explained As Easily As Possible For Beginners MP4 is NOT a codec?! In this video, we break down what MP4 actually is and why so many people misunderstand it. You’ll finally understand the difference between containers and codecs in simple terms. We’ll compare MP4 with MOV, AVI, MKV, and WebM, and explain how formats like H.264, H.265, and AV1 fit into the bigger picture. If you’ve ever wondered why your phone saves videos as MP4, why editors use MOV, or why MKV is pop