How to export 4K video in Premiere Pro CC for YouTube, Vimeo, & Facebook

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Read the text version of this tutorial at: whoismatt.com/4kexportsettings
Way back in 2012 I wrote a blog post about my export settings for high definition videos in Premiere Pro. That post went on to become one of the most popular posts on my site. Wanna know what the second most popular post was? My video export settings for Instagram videos in Premiere Pro.
There's a trend here, and I realized that with the advent of 4K video, I had the opportunity to create a new text and video tutorial about the settings that I use when shooting with my Sony A7Sii. As I prepared to create this tutorial, I decided that this would be the perfect time to revisit those posts about my high definition and Instagram export settings, and create videos for them as well. Today you can watch my 4K export settings tutorial, and in the near future, I'll be posting videos about my settings for high definition and Instagram exports.
Still only exporting 1080p? Watch my video on 1080p export settings here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF7CfqqqfMZ7oKM
Have Premiere 2022 or newer? Here's how to export 4K: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGXVoJ2MapmFnM0
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Video Timeline
00:00 - Intro
2:22 - Sequence Settings
5:25 - Setting IN and OUT Points
6:35 - All about Bitrates and KZbin
8:49 - 4K Export Settings for KZbin, Vimeo, etc. (finally!)
16:38 - 4K Export Settings for Clients
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[@HVRIS]

It's been a year since you uploaded this and I swear I keep coming back to watch it and refresh my brain every few months, thank you for such a good tutorial dude!

[@jali140]

same here bro i've saved this tutorial for myself

[@suchen8066]

Man, I do too. We should save this as a preset haha

[@ChrisGachema]

This is probably the best tutorial I've ever watched about anything! Your teaching skills are perfect!

[@CrackaLackTV]

I agree

[@zachpierce9776]

I agree

[@christianmillimilli6859]

I agree

[@shurupalek5123]

I agree

[@embis3824]

I agree

[@jakshd7770]

When I hear his voice I knew this video was going to be amazing Thanks

[@whoismatt]

Hahaha!! Thank you!

[@oscarsiliezar7766]

You are the man Matt Johnson!!! Thank you for taking the time to teach others the art of editing in post. I wish you all the love and success in the universe. Always.

[@whoismatt]

❗ Save time & download my free Premiere Pro 4K export presets: get.whoismatt.com/4kexportpreset Thanks for watching guys! Please remember to like, subscribe, and use a lens blower instead of your mouth when cleaning your sensor so you don't accidentally spit on it. Video Timeline 00:00 - Intro (duh) 2:22 - Sequence Settings 5:25 - Setting IN and OUT Points 6:35 - All about Bitrates and KZbin 8:49 - 4K Export Settings for KZbin, Vimeo, etc. (finally!) 16:38 - 4K Export Settings for Clients

[@PoppyBlasted]

Matt WhoisMatt Johnson so CBR is better quality wise for KZbin than vb2 pass?

[@alexkooistra]

I don't think so. But I think what Matt it saying is with a CBR around 100 you always have headroom even for fast moving/high detail content. So the need for a slower 2 pass is not necessary.

[@the.jose.martinez]

Great Video! Definitely helped out with my 4K export and understanding the bitrate settings. Keep up the amazing work!

[@whoismatt]

Correct, CBR will usually result in higher quality video on KZbin due to the compression that KZbin adds after you upload.

[@the.jose.martinez]

Thanks!

[@KarimJovian]

That was incredible thanks. I was hoping you can delve into use previews and if it is a good idea to use or not.

[@whoismatt]

Thanks so much Karim! I believe "use previews" only works in very specific scenarios where your imported footage matches up with your exported footage, with no effects applied. I don't believe it works for most export situations unfortunately.

[@averageND]

I've probably watched this video 40 times. Thanks for the help brother!

[@liquidSpin]

There are thousands of KZbin channels on video production tips and techniques. This channel is the best out of them all. After watching a few more of your videos I've subscribed~ Thanks for providing people with top notch tutorials~ 🙏🏻

[@jasonwong6242]

dude youre super informative. i love it. its like taking a free class. i already subscribed and hope youre gonna continue to deliver awesome tuts.

[@DoroTheExplorer]

This is the most clear and with explanation video that i need. I watch many video. But this one explain and the settings works well!!! Kudos. Shoutout from PHILIPPINES!!!

[@Ali_ReBORN]

Matt, u r an awesome human being :) thanks brother!

[@whoismatt]

+Ali Divided thanks Ali!

[@mrmtruckermax2]

This is just what I needed to see. Thank you so much. I have been subscribed for a while.

[@Thaniasofficial]

This video was so helful! Thank you!

[@ColinDougan]

Hey Matt! I gotta say, as a "professional creator" I had to put aside the ego and pride to watch this video...AND IM SO GLAD I DID. Apparently, I have been making a MASSIVE mistake for YEARS in my export settings... thank you for clearing this up for me! Thumbs up and Subbed!

[@YairSassonArt]

Thank you Matt! Very helpful stuff!👏💯

[@jeremysprague9694]

You literally have the best organized and high content channel I have ever witnessed in my life. I love the OCD part of you and the meticulous way in which you go about your craft. Respect

[@ReynaldoRiveraJr]

7:46 "my beautiful work it's gone". lol, I love that part.

[@UnmeshDinda]

You are hands-down THE BEST Premiere Pro guy! Thanks, man! I'm still using your presets to create proxies since you published that video.

[@lavrodem]

Hi can you do an update on exporting with the 2019 version

[@annikayanez]

Same

[@jostalking]

Matt!! Absolutely love your channel - this is an absolute life saver...Don't ever take this down. Learning so much from your channel - thanks for all the amazing resource you provide everyone

[@lglphotography9369]

Great Video! Very Helpful, This Guy Deserves More Subs!

[@whoismatt]

+LGL Photography thanks! 😁

[@yochanders]

Matt this was an amazing breakdown of each aspect of the settings. Thank you for going over both sequence settings & export settings in the same video. Appreciate what you do! Keep it up!

[@renatovelarde422]

bookmarked forever. I've been editing a long time, I shouldn't need this but it's really good... Basically I'm like - old world cam op eat meat, rewind tapes, 4k confusing! Smash 4k! Raaarrr! - Thanks for this video!

[@FarisBeitar]

DUDE!! This channel is amazing!! my man you saved me big times! I hope you get more people to watch and appreciate your time man.

[@whoismatt]

+Faris Beitar thanks so much Faris! 😁

[@FutureFrameStudio1]

Amazing video Matt! You have been my go to guy for more than two years now. Thank you!

[@darepruett]

This dude really likes the sound of his own voice. At least he got to the point about 9 minutes in. I do appreciate that part honestly. Thanks. For anyone frustrated like I was, 6:33, he finally showed the menu, then fast forward another 3 minutes, 9 minutes for the rest of the pertinent info.

[@JonjoLyonsReviews]

Lol thanks dude!

[@EuclidGamer]

KZbin needs to stop unsubbing me to you. You helped me with my settings tremendously and I have re-subbed to you 4 times. It's insane. Thanks yet again mighty bearded Adobe Deity.

[@JoachimPersonalAccount]

it was entertaining and I was learning something👍, thanks!

[@whoismatt]

Thanks Joachim!

[@yayhigh.9074]

probably one of the best creative teachers on this platform, you've taught me so much! Thank you Matt

[@MillionaireHoyOriginal]

Thanks, man. Excellent breakdown.

[@whoismatt]

Thanks bro! I really need to start watching your videos more so I don't get fat. :P

[@wcsdiaries]

@@whoismatt Hey Matt! I shoot in 10 bit on the gh5. Should I select 150mbps on the export since the gh5 shoots 10 bit at that bit rate? Or is there no difference between 10 bit and 8 bit?

[@NightOwlsMedia]

Thank you for always being so amazing! At 8 years in the wedding business I still feel I have so much to learn and I love watching your videos. If you are every around Chicago, let me know, i'd love to buy you a drink!

[@rileyorians8554]

Hey there! I have several options higher than 5.2 Any thoughts?

[@davenportsimon]

Thinking the same thing

[@EmilyAliem]

Never thought I'd be so happy to watch 3 videos about export settings.

[@KayBeeJay]

Why not just click and drag the video file in the import section to the timeline? It'll create a sequence based on the video qualities

[@stylelabyrinthg.8153]

Burton Brother Productions That's what I do.

[@whoismatt]

This is definitely one way of doing it. I mainly wanted to make sure that I was clear about the specific video settings. I could have just dragged in the video file, but I wanted to cover things like my reasoning for choosing certain video framerates etc.

[@DrippGarage]

Burton Brother Productions what if you have different videos from different cameras with different video qualities ( gopro 60fps 2.7k & gh5 24fps) two completely different video recordings

[@Hankersonphotography]

Continue Teaching.

[@siddhusubbu]

Burton Brother Productions what is actually a sequence?

[@kevinajosephkjbrooklyn3192]

Matt! This was the most AWESOME video EVER. A little long, but it was clear coverage and I completely enjoyed you. One of my daughters is a child actor and we have to submit videos of her scenes all of the time. I wanted to try something new and submitting her videos to casting in 4K but i didnt know how to do it and also i was scared of sending a hugh file and then they would have been like, what the hell? Thank you ever so much. I've been a fan for a few months now and you never let me down.

[@WhateverProduction4]

Lmfao!!! I died laughing at the part "You don't wanna hand them a 10 gig file and them be like 'Why is this so big what have you done to me?!?!?!'"

[@whoismatt]

+WhateverProduction4 😂

[@Waldo1946]

Just did that yesterday and said, "Self, what are you doing with a 27GB :20 clip --back to drawing board."

[@svenfilms7037]

Thanks Matt, there so many videos out there about people giving "the Best" rendering settings and usually it's complete garbage or some things they do are completely unnecessary. I'm really happy you made this video because I trust your knowledge and expertise.

[@whoismatt]

Thanks Steven! :D

[@ThatVideographerNick]

Subbed. I find people like yourself to be the reason why I actually learn stuff online as opposed to paying for my Media College Course and learning sweet F all. Clear,simple tutorial with simple reasoning and explanations behind why and how. This is a truly A++ Tutorial. Hats off to your sir Ps: Can tell you were a master Video Jedi by that mighty beard. Keep up the Amazing Work. Subbed.

[@Nocturnal_1111]

Glad to have you as a part of my film making journey. Your approaching style is so good, friendly and clear that you make me feel that this is very easy and possible by everyone. May God bless you

[@UzairSipra]

1:02 ha ha your expressions why is it so big, what you have done to me? 😂

[@deviproductions4450]

LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[@unclejerry486]

I've binge-watched your videos for a couple of hours yesterday. Your passion, knowledge and clips' quality are top notch! My mavic pro 2 is arriving in a couple of hours and I intend to use the knowledge I have gained from your videos. You are now my number 2 go-to youtuber (after Captain Disillusion).

[@First15]

What happens when you export a source of 1080p to a 2160 @ 4k? I've accidentally done that and it didn't seem to lose anything... just made the rendering much longer and a bigger file...

[@whoismatt]

+First15 that's exactly what happens lol. No quality gain, just a bigger file and longer render time.

[@First15]

But doesn't that flag youtube to make sure that it "can" render a 4K file (for those that can support it?)

[@First15]

What I'm saying is... exporting to 4K can allow (future) video watchers (when 4K becomes standard), to see the video at 4K? Or is it redundant?

[@Peakuu]

It scales 1080p to 4k, and it still looks like 1080p even if u turn on 4k.

[@djzigoh]

Actually, many people upscale 1080p to 4k so viewers that have that extra bandwidth can enjoy a "better looking 1080p" That is exactly what LinusTechTips channel does.

[@7Gen1D]

Helped us out big time trying to export our first 4K video. Truthfully the most efficient 20 minute video I have ever seen. Thanks!

[@directedby-e]

Can you please do a video about importing and transcoding your 4K footage and how you work with 4K footage without it lagging. Thanks!

[@whoismatt]

Planning on making one about this soon! Thanks!

[@screencastmagazine7144]

any news on that video Matt??? would love a video on your process for recording 4k, storage of 4k when out filming, importing 4k then editing and outputting.

[@Codename73]

Matt - Good job explaining CBR/VBR. I'm an IT guy and use to work on ATM switches where we were always dealing with CBR/VBR. Though there is a difference in codecs and the difference in real time versus non-real time, I thought you did a good job explaining it to folks. I'm learning a lot from your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@whoismatt]

+Codename73 thanks so much! Glad you approve 😁. Video codecs are so complicated! It's a neverending rabbit hole.

[@gemahernandez3025]

Hey man, I'm new to video editing, and at minute 8:58 when in preset, you say go to "custom", but mine does not have the custom option. Why is that? Please help!!

[@ITstallion23]

Same issue here. Wondering myself....

[@ksteneide2]

@@ITstallion23 It will automatically change to custom once you change anything in the export settings.

[@ksteneide2]

It will automatically change to custom once you change anything in the export settings.

[@isaacmoore3454]

Just recently stumbled upon your channel Matt. You are possibly the most underrated tutorial making KZbinr out there! Clear and to the point, as always an amazing video. Keep it up! :)

[@50ShadesOfDamon69]

LOL when you read the title but the video options are only up to 1080p =(

[@flowthemelody2784]

By far one of the most helpful videos out there. So easy to undestand and grasp the concent of exporting a video. I thought exporting was so simple and no I see the science behind the madness. Thank you keep up the good work.

[@MrJacobCastro]

I can't thank you enough, you are a life saver. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I was becoming continuously frustrated with every video I exported from premiere being nasty looking with a bunch of artifacts and pixelation. This video saved me from pulling out my hair LOL. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@HipHopHistoryGuy]

Loved the info. The CBR exporting of videos for social media makes total sense. I've saved my preset in Premiere - thank you.

[@jaydensanders1443]

Matt, I love your tutorial videos. Been watching them for a year now and they've helped me so much.

[@4XPEDITION]

Thank you for this Matt. It may be 2 years old this video, but it is still helping! I just switched to a 4K 60FPS using an iPhone 11 Pro Max as my channel is entirely filmed with an iPhone and I was having trouble with fuzzy and blurred details mostly with movement and in lower light. Blades of tall grass would blur into a blob of blur. I appreciate you helping me improve my channel quality!

[@toyinolayemi3134]

thanks for the tutorials you gave us here. i realy love your teaching so accurate and impactfull

[@allynaroman]

Thank you for being generous with your time, talent and education. You are truly a legend making better filmmakers by each video you post! May the Good Lord Bless you! :) Question: Im fairly new, how would you deliver a client's video? Over google drive? Maybe you can make a video tutorial on best ways to deliver the clients video!! Keep up the good work Matt!:)

[@robertallenbradford]

Wow! Another great video. I have been looking for a video addressing this topic for years and no other video describes this process as thoroughly and entertaining as you do. Thanks again!

[@whoismatt]

Thanks Robert! :D

[@mellowvista5213]

Hi Matt. Of all of the channels providing technical advice, yours is by far my favorite and the one to which I continually return. You have helped me greatly with my own new channel and in an unexpected new opportunity in providing video/photography support for bed & breakfasts. I'm continually learning something new and, especially, learning critical items that I didn't know I didn't know.... if that makes sense. Thanks greatly.

[@Curtisdixondrummer]

Absolute life saver of a tutorial, Iv just began editing with premier pro for my wedding Videography, and your videos have helped me every step of the way. I look forward to more behind the scenes wedding shoots and tutorials, keep up the amazing work!

[@mslinneab]

I come back to this video so often, mainly for the part about bitrate settings, such a helpful video, thanks!!

[@PandaApocalypta]

Went a bit blank on how to do some things rendering wise and found myself coming back to this video for help. So thanks again!

[@RonanMahonArt]

Hey Matt, who knew export settings videos could be so entertaining?! Just watched your whole playlist after struggling with some video work recently and it made a world of difference. Thanks for taking the time to share. I love how direct, useful and concise the information is. +1 sub

[@anttiheik]

Matt you are honestly the best person in KZbin to explain this stuff! I've learnt so much from your videos, keep up the awesome work!

[@whoismatt]

+Antti Heikkilä thanks so much! 😁

[@furiouzzzz]

Best tutorials I've found in the whole internet and you are from Texas. Big love man

[@whoismatt]

Haha thank you!

[@jasonbell-davey2954]

Hey there Matt. This is one of the best tutorials I have seen in such a long time. Very clear, easy to understand and pretty entertaining too for a topic that can be, lets face it, a little on the snoozy side if you're not a tech head... Well done.

[@whoismatt]

Thanks so much Jason! :)

[@timr.9924]

I don't know what to say other than a very big thank you from Germany. I can't believe how good you have explained this.... many thanks. It truly showed me how much I still have to learn

[@dulldr]

This is the first time I watch your video and not even finished I already subscribe your channel. Thanks for amazing tutorials bro.

[@ramdassumman2422]

Matt your videos are amazing. So easy to understand. Keep up the good work.

[@galastudio9]

very thorough explanation, gonna edit my first 4k video!! ^^

[@AZTEC_ARTS2023]

Just to tell you that you have the BEST info on rendering 4K stuff and more .... thanks for all the help !!!!

[@MrTerryRay1]

Another great video Matt. You explained a lot of the export settings that others gloss over. Thanks for teaching all of us about this.

[@vicarigroupltd.4978]

Matt your an excellent instructor, and have a great grasp on video compression. Easy to understand, fluent, great tone and manner. Keep up the good work.

[@ExpeditionJack]

Matt... that was awesome! Been looking for this tutorial for a while. Love your videos, watching allot right now.

[@whoismatt]

+Expedition Jack thanks so much Jack!

[@chrisfilmsstuff4666]

You have no idea how much this video has helped me. Thank you!

[@agmtstudios4017]

Couldn't do it without this guy. Thank you Good sir

[@traybiddle]

This was mega helpful! I needed this considering I’m rendering a new video right now!

[@scuba_lens]

Dude, your teaching skills are just amazing- and funny! Thank's so much and keep on going. It always helps a lot!

[@carloschavez6208]

Matt!!! Wwooow this is one amazing video full of ton of information! Thank you very much! I'm starting to get in to 4k my self and honestly there is nothing out there that explains crystal clear what you just did for us. Words can't explain how greatful I am!! thank you Matt. Many blessing to you and family!

[@whoismatt]

Thanks Carlos! :D

[@TranquilGeo]

This was perfect. I've been getting those artifacts in the trees of my nature videos that you were talking about. I didn't have a clue how to fix it until I saw this video. Thanks very much. I'm glad I watched the whole thing as opposed to just going to the blog post.

[@kaigatz]

There is only one word I could give you for this tutorial - brilliant! For real - Thank you so much!

[@zihuatenejocarlos]

Thank you for taking the time to explain your methods. Nice to see a nice guy once in a while. Big Up.

[@devine_noise]

I'm a total beginner. Brilliant tutorial. Thanks Matt.

[@guzinskifilms6365]

YOU ARE PURELY AMAZING!!! LOVE YOU SO MUCH. I'VE BEEN STRUGGLING WITH THESE THINGS SINCE I STARTED FILMMING. AND YOUR TUTORIAL WAS, BY FAR, SIMPLY THE FUNNIEST AND PLEASANT TUTORIAL I HAVE EVER SEEN......AND I HATE SO MUCH TUTOTIALS, BECAUSE THEY'RE SO BORING. YOURS IS SO COOOOOL

[@whoismatt]

I LOVE YOU TOO

[@Akhlakuzzaman]

Matt , way of your teaching is really amazing! Please create more video lessons Best of luck bro

[@everydaygoodlooks]

Thank you so much! I never could have figured this out on my own. I even have a really old version of Premiere Pro and it worked like magic!

[@ShinigamiMischief15]

Even with this film being over a year old now, it was still a life saver! thanks!! (Also watched your instagram export video)

[@jaybeckman3749]

I apologize for being very late to this party but I've been searching for an easy to follow tutorial that would allow me to output just short timelapse clips. Thank You Matt as this is JUST what I needed!

[@mdvideoify]

Oh, thanks a lot man! Simple breakdown for all the important parts of export menu!

[@PabloRogat]

as always Matt !!!..... the best video on the matter , i think this channel might be the best subscription i have ever made on KZbin... Cheers Bro !

[@letsreviewhouston]

LOL ..... FACTS!!!!

[@miguelmurteira1816]

Matt this tutorial is awesome. I learned a ton! THANK YOU!

[@ZaccheusMukahiwa]

Your videos are so insightful and really help me out when I need it, thank you Matt your a real one !!

[@xaviduch]

Thanks Matt ! After the first "pum" I got watching my first attempt to get my 4k video, with an output file with just 32mb for 20 sec video, watching this tutorial I breath again!! Bravo!!

[@brandonpetersen8490]

Seriously..... THANK YOU!!!! I'm watching this video laughing, because you're saying exactly what was going through my mind..... and your instructions solved my issues. Thanks again!

[@coastalmotionvideo1301]

Thanks for curing my headache I got from messing with the settings since I've been editing with 4k-----Awesome, I'll be back to this channel for sure!

[@tcduck02]

this and the 1080 video were a HUGE help to me thank you

[@vishal000a]

So detailed and easily explained, I purposefully played it again and didn't skip the ads :)

[@whoismatt]

Thanks Vishal!

[@flyhighx]

I learned SOO much. Thank YOU! I said out loud watching this video: " There are some awesome people in this world"

[@whoismatt]

hahaha thank you!

[@bruceaisher]

This video is the best export video I have found - thanks Matt!

[@whoismatt]

+bruceaisher thank you!

[@PrinceMcSamuel]

Thanks Matt. You've been such a great help, i had issues with my export settings but now i've got it all fixed. Thanks for sharing

[@whoismatt]

+TIMELESS PRODUCTIONS glad to help!

[@drewsneakerverse]

I have been trying hard to move from 1080p to 4K and this video was super helpful, thanks Matt!

[@whoismatt]

Thanks Drew! Enjoy the extra crispy-ness!

[@stormsailing]

Really dig your videos - always informative, proper sound and a pleasant guy on top of it :)