Uncompressed 16:9 export

hello
I'm trying to export an HD(960x720)16:9 movie
uncompressed but there is only a 4:2 option and it result is streched.
is there a maybe 16:9 equivalent?
thanks

best bet is simply to export your sequence using File > Export > Quicktime Movie w/ Current Settings and Make Movie Self Contained
if thats not what you intend or is not working for you please *detail the steps* you're currently taking for export, and where exactly things seem to not be working to your satisfaction

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