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FFmpeg vs Shutter Encoder
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| Fact | FFmpeg | Shutter Encoder |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C | Java |
| Licence | Other | GPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 67k | 2.9k |
| Latest | n9.0.2 | 20.5 |
| Last push | 2026-11-12 | 2026-11-09 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 46 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 62+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 3 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Adobe Media Encoder. Alternatives to Adobe Media Encoder →
PartialFFmpegCommand-line transcoding with no queue or presets interface.
Full replacementShutter EncoderBatch encodes video and audio to delivery and editing codecs such as ProRes and DNxHD, using FFmpeg.
FFmpeg
✓ signed The latest release, n9.0.2, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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Shutter Encoder
✓ signed The latest release, 20.5, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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