ffmpeg project doesn't ship binary; patents do not apply for study and research. Now shipping ffmpeg binary in some jurisdiction would need licensing. If you co

ffmpeg project doesn't ship binary; patents do not apply for study and research. Now shipping ffmpeg binary in some jurisdiction would need licensing. If you compile and use it yourself, the licensing in these jurisdictions is on you. Another factor for AVC against HEVC is, that at some resolution and bitrates, AVC still provides better results.