Blenderc 2.79 encoder panel missing The encoding panel is missing. Tried Blender settings reset  then reopened, but still no encoding panel or preview.
In the output settings select FFmpeg Video

The Encoding panel will be enabled then..



Read also this related links:

https://wiki.blender.org/index.php/Dev:Ref/Release_Notes/2.79/More_Features

Blender 2.79 I only get four video output options