Convert tool

MP4 to GIF with FFmpeg

Create high-quality GIF commands from MP4 using palette generation.

FFmpeg.Run generates commands only. Your media files stay on your computer and are never uploaded.

Command options

Presets

Input MP4

Output GIF

FPS

Width

Start time

Duration

Generated command

ffmpeg  -i "input.mp4" -vf "fps=12,scale=640:-1:flags=lanczos,palettegen" palette.png && ffmpeg  -i "input.mp4" -i palette.png -filter_complex "fps=12,scale=640:-1:flags=lanczos[x];[x][1:v]paletteuse" "output.gif"

Common uses

Create short GIFs
Tune FPS and width
Use palettes for better color

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Convert MP4 to GIF with FFmpeg

Create a high-quality GIF from MP4 using a generated palette.

Command notes

Palette generation usually creates much better GIF colors than a one-pass conversion.

Lower FPS and smaller width reduce GIF file size significantly.

GIF is not efficient for long clips. Keep the duration short when possible.

FAQ

Why use a palette?

GIFs are limited to 256 colors. A generated palette helps FFmpeg choose better colors for the specific clip.

What FPS should I use?

10-15 FPS is a common balance for short GIFs. Use higher FPS only when smooth motion matters more than file size.

Why is my GIF so large?

GIF compression is limited. Reduce width, duration, and FPS to shrink the output.