MPEG2Cut

MPEG2Cut is an intuitive video cutter that comes in handy for splitting a large video file into smaller parts or remove unwanted video sections, such as long introductions or credits. Despite its name, the application does not only process MPEG files, but also provides support for other common video formats, such as VOB, MPG, M2P, M2V and MPV.

The main interface is simple, enabling you to watch the opened video using the built-in player and offering fast access to all the options and features.

Setting the starting and the ending point for the video section you want to cut can be done very easily, by navigating to the desired point and using the cut buttons, even while the video is playing. Since the playback time is not displayed, setting the start and the end time may not be very accurate. Once the selection is made, you can quickly save the output to your computer, in one of the aforementioned file types.

MPEG2Cut comes with multiple video processing options, allowing you to select the iDCT algorithm (32-bit SSE MMX, floating point, IEEE 1180 reference are the three options you can choose from), change the color space from RGB to YUV and adjust the luminance filter in order to enhance the video quality. The application supports Dolby Digital and MPEG audio channel formats and features dynamic range control settings.

While the video is playing, the program displays real-time playback statistics, enabling you to view details about the frame rate and type, the aspect ratio, the video type, the average bitrate, the audio format and time stamp, as well as the remaining playback time and FPS rate.

In addition to this, it includes a snapshot tool that allows you to capture images (in BMP format only) from a video during playback.

MPEG2Cut provides you with a straightforward application for cutting video files, with support for common file types. Ease of use is one of its advantages and getting around it should not pose you any problems, no matter your experience level.