Best codec for web use - 15 min corp video

Hi
I have a 15 min DVD that a client also wants converted for use on their corporate website.
Could you advise me of the best settings/codecs to use to make this file small enough, but still good quality.
The video is PAL.
Thanks. I haven't had to do this before and thought I'd ask the experts before trying.

I really like just using Broadband High...
File - Export - Quicktime Conversion ... change default compression to BROADBAND HIGH then go to OPTIONS and change SIZE if you are working with anamorphic...
I like 480x270.
About 3meg per minute.
Here's a sample...
http://web.mac.com/captmench/iWeb/Site/Movies/9038AFE7-8190-4230-B76A-E7DE0D3DC4 58.html
Good luck,
CaptM

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