MXF workflow

Import Panasonic P2 MXF into DaVinci Resolve

Prepare P2 camera media for editing, color work and finishing in Resolve.

Updated September 4, 2026By

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The free version limits many processing operations to the first three minutes. Check compatibility and trial limits.

  • MXF mediaCamera or broadcast MXF
  • Choose DNxHDOutput matched to this workflow
  • DaVinci Resolve checkVerify before batch processing

Problem and solution

Identify the MXF codec before choosing a workflow.

Check the codec, audio layout, metadata, and camera folder structure, then confirm what the destination can import directly.

Transcode Panasonic P2 MXF footage for importing to Davinci Resolve


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You may find the key problem easily. The Panasonic P2 footage, which is also saved in .mxf container, is not listed as a supported media. And you may encounter problems when ingesting P2 footage to DaVinci Resolve for editing like this:


I am trying to import P2 MXF project into Resolve. When prompted I point to the media folder but Resolve does not see any of the MXF clips. I'm working on Resolve-lite mac. Does DaVinci Resolve accept P2 videos? How do I solve the problem?"

Solution direction

Apply the solution in the workflow below.

Prepare P2 camera media for editing, color work and finishing in Resolve.

Three-step workflow

Create and verify one test output before processing the full batch.

Prepare P2 camera media for editing, color work and finishing in Resolve.

01

Add the source

Load the Panasonic P2 MXF clips

Open LosslessConverter and select Add Files. Add the Panasonic P2 MXF clips and select the files required for this workflow.

LosslessConverter main window with the source controls visible
Source toolbarLoad the source from the main toolbar.
02

Match the Avid editor

Choose Editing > Avid DNxHD

Open Output Format, select the Editing group, and choose Avid DNxHD. Use HD 1080P or HD 720P to match the project resolution.

LosslessConverter Output Format menu with Editing and Avid DNxHD selected
Avid DNxHDSelect Editing, then choose Avid DNxHD.
03

Create the current output

Select Start All, then verify in DaVinci Resolve

Choose an output folder and select Start All. When processing finishes, import the DNxHD MOV files into DaVinci Resolve and verify picture, frame rate, timecode, and audio.

LosslessConverter main window with Start All ready at the lower right
Start AllRun the task, then verify the result.

Try it with your own media

Process one file, verify the result, then run the full batch.

The free version limits many processing operations to the first three minutes. Check compatibility and trial limits.

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