FCPXML → SAMI
Convert FCPXML to SAMI
Free online FCPXML to SAMI subtitle converter. Transform Final Cut Pro XML (.fcpxml) files to SAMI (.smi) format instantly in your browser. No upload required.
Format Comparison
| FCPXML | SAMI | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Final Cut Pro XML | SAMI |
| Extension | .fcpxml | .smi |
| Category | xml | xml |
| Key Features | Frame-accurate timing, NLE integration, Project metadata, Timeline-native | Multi-language support, CSS styling, HTML-like syntax, Class-based language switching |
| Common Uses | Final Cut Pro workflows, NLE interchange, Post-production captioning | Windows Media Player, Microsoft platforms, Multi-language captioning |
| Limitations | Apple ecosystem only, Complex XML structure, Tied to FCP project settings | Windows-centric, Verbose syntax, Limited modern tool support |
How to Convert FCPXML to SAMI
- 1
Open the subtitle converter
Go to the Subtitle Tool and select your source FCPXML file by pasting the text or uploading the .fcpxml file.
- 2
Set your framerate
Choose the framerate that matches your video (e.g., 23.976, 25, 29.97). This ensures frame-accurate timestamp conversion.
- 3
Select SAMI as output format
Choose SAMI (.smi) from the output format dropdown.
- 4
Download your converted file
Click the download button to save your converted SAMI file. You can also copy the output text directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert FCPXML to SAMI?
Upload or paste your Final Cut Pro XML (.fcpxml) file into the converter, select SAMI as the output format, and click Convert. The tool processes everything in your browser — no file uploads to a server.
What is the difference between FCPXML and SAMI?
FCPXML is fcpxml is the xml interchange format for final cut pro. SAMI is sami (synchronized accessible media interchange) is a microsoft-developed caption format using html-like markup. They differ in features like frame-accurate timing (FCPXML) versus multi-language support (SAMI).
Is the FCPXML to SAMI converter free?
Yes, completely free with no limits. The converter runs entirely in your browser using the timecodes library — no server processing, no sign-up, no watermarks.