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DV

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Digital video file

File type: Digital video and movie file

Files with dv suffix are in vast majority of cases video files saved in special Digital Video format which was originally developed for MiniDV.

Found 2 different file type records with the same dv filename suffix.

What is dv file?

File type category:
Digital video and movie file

Date updated: July 13, 2025

File extension dv is mainly related to Digital Video, a digital video format launched in 1995, and, in its smaller tape form factor MiniDV, has since become a standard for home and semi-professional video production.

DV is sometimes used for professional purposes as well, such as filmmaking and electronic news gathering (ENG).

The DV specification defines both the codec and the tape format. Features include intraframe compression for uncomplicated editing, a standard interface for transfer to non-linear editing systems (IEEE 1394, also known as FireWire), and good video quality.

MIME: video/x-dv

How to open dv file?

You can play .dv file with the free VLC player.

How to convert dv file?

Many multimedia converters support DV format and as such it should be possible to convert to and from dv file to other multimedia formats.

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Articles about dv files

DeltaVision image

File type category:
Bitmap image file

Date updated: October 25, 2018

The dv file extension is associated with the DeltaVision, a series of high resolution digital microscopes developed by GE Healthcare.

The dv file stores picture image captured by DeltaVision microscope.

How to open dv file?

Use compatible tools to work with *.dv files.

How to convert dv file?

Probably can be exported to other formats.

Suggested software to open dv file:

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softWoRx Explorer
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Programs for viewing dv files:

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Software apps that import dv files:

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Software apps that export dv files:

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