Files with rsv extension can be found as unfinished/corrupted video recordings from Sony digital cameras.

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the RSV file extension!

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RSV file extension - Sony unfinished video recording

What is rsv file? How to open rsv files?

File type specification:

Digital video and movie file type icon Digital video and movie file type

File extension rsv is used for unfinished/damaged/corrupted video recordings saved by Sony digital cameras.

These files are created during recording in case unexpected shutdown, typically power failure, i.e. out of battery power.

While the camera should have a tool to recover these files back to MP4, it does not always work and you have to use recovery tools for that. You can also find several youtube videos about this subject.

Updated: November 29, 2023

Help how to open:

Many common video formats can be played back with some universal media player like VLC player. However, some highly specialized and proprietary formats may only be supported in certain players that are usually provided by the original developer.

For general information try to look at:
Basic info how to open video and movie files

How to convert:

Generally speaking, you will need a multimedia converter if you want to convert one video format to another. You can find hundreds of converters on the internet, but their quality may vary and many may not even support every video format. So always use some of the more popular and reliable software first.

For general information try to look at:
Basic info how to convert video and movie files

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