DVD
AKA
Digital Video Disc
Era
1996–2010s
Analog/digital
digital
Format
Disc
Developed by
Sony, Panasonic,
Philips, Toshiba
(Max) Capacity
4.7 GB (single-layer),
8.5 GB (dual-layer),
up to 17 GB
Size
4.7" discs
Fun facts
- Each disc contains one or more region codes, denoting the area(s) of the world in which distribution and playback are intended; players would be "locked" to one of six specific regions
- This format was the dominant consumer video format in the 2000s
- This format allowed for bonus features in addition to a feature film, like director's commentary tracks and extra scenes
