Convert MPG to WMV
Free, fast and secure — convert MPG to WMV right in your browser.
MPG
WMV
Convert MPG to WMV for wider compatibility
Converting MPG to WMV gives you a more widely supported file that opens cleanly across more devices, apps and platforms — handy when MPG will not play nicely everywhere.
How to convert MPG to WMV
- 1 Drop your MPG file into the converter above.
- 2 It is converted to WMV automatically — no settings to fiddle with.
- 3 Download your new WMV file instantly.
MPG vs WMV
| Feature | MPG | WMV |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Transparency | No | No |
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
| MIME type | video/mpeg | video/x-ms-wmv |
| Best for | DVD and legacy video workflows — converted to MP4 for streaming. | Legacy Windows video — converted to MP4 for modern sharing. |
About the formats
MPG
MPEG video
MPG (MPEG-1/2) is a classic video format behind VCDs, DVDs and broadcast. It is widely playable but uses older compression that yields larger files than modern codecs.
Strengths
- Very broad player support
- Reliable, well-understood format
- Good for DVD/broadcast
Limitations
- Larger files than H.264
- Dated compression
- Not ideal for the web
Best for: DVD and legacy video workflows — converted to MP4 for streaming.
WMV
Windows Media Video
WMV is Microsoft’s video format, once common on Windows for streaming and playback. It compresses well but is dated and poorly supported outside Windows.
Strengths
- Good compression for its era
- Plays natively on Windows
- Small files
Limitations
- Weak support on Mac, mobile and web
- Dated codec
- Often needs converting
Best for: Legacy Windows video — converted to MP4 for modern sharing.
Frequently asked questions
Upload your MPG file above and it is converted to WMV automatically. When it is ready, download your new Windows Media Video — the whole thing takes just a few seconds in your browser.
Converting MPG to WMV gives you a more widely supported file that opens cleanly across more devices, apps and platforms — handy when MPG will not play nicely everywhere.
Converting between compressed formats can introduce minor changes, but our converter keeps your WMV looking as close to the original as possible.
Yes. The converter is free to use, with no watermark and no sign-up required.
Your files are processed securely and are never shared with anyone.