720p first began appearing in the 1990s and has now largely been replaced by 1080p. The 'p' stands for progressive scan, where all the lines in a frame are captured at the same time. 1080p is often considered a good balance between image quality and file size.
Choosing 1080p over 720p helps ensure the quality of the live stream now along with the recordings that will be viewed in the years to come. To get the best out of 1080p streaming, a stable internet connection is important — the higher the resolution, the more bandwidth required to deliver it reliably.
Benefits of Live Streaming your loved ones Funeral
Enhanced visual experience: More pixels, means a clearer and more immersive visual experience with a higher resolution. 1080p has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, compared to 720p with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. This means a more detailed sharper image with the finer details being clearer, crisper, and more vibrant, such as the celebrant and speakers, tribute videos, branding, and text. So, families viewing wherever and on whatever sized screen can really feel like they are truly part of the funeral service.
Improved recording video quality: Videos in 1080p tend to have a better overall quality offering a smoother motion and reduced pixelation, resulting in a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Future-proofing: As technology advances, more content is being produced in higher resolutions. By opting for 1080p, you can future-proof your families’ viewing experience, ensuring compatibility with upcoming devices.
Overall, 1080p provides a sharper and better experience now and in the future.
What you need to stream a funeral in 1080p
Internet connection. A stable, reliable internet connection is the most important factor. For 1080p streaming, an upload speed of at least 5–8 Mbps is recommended. Where possible, use a wired ethernet connection rather than Wi-Fi — it's more stable and less likely to drop during the service. If you're streaming from a venue, check the connection speed in advance rather than relying on the venue's assurance that it will be fine.
Image quality. 1080p delivers a sharper, more detailed picture — the celebrant, the tribute video, the faces of those speaking are all clearer. For family members watching from another country or from home, that clarity matters. It closes some of the distance.
Audio. Resolution affects what people see. Audio affects whether they feel present. A clear, well-positioned microphone near the lectern means remote viewers can hear every word of the eulogy, the readings, and the music — not just follow along in silence.
The simplest way to ensure all three is to ask your funeral home about livestreaming. Funeral homes using Memories live streaming handle the setup, the quality, and the recording — so the family can focus on being present, not on managing technology.
If you're planning a service for a loved one, ask your funeral director or arranger about livestreaming. If their funeral home uses Memories, everything is taken care of — the setup, the quality, and a recording your family can return to and cherish for years to come.
