Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Image File Formats - JPEG, GIF, PNG

File formats explained. 
JPEG - Joint Photographic Experts Group
 - save lots of space. 
- Compression by recognizing 64 patterns in each 8x8 block explained at 1:08
- struggles with sharp edges and graphics

GIF - graphical image file, limited to 256 colors

PNG - portable network graphics, avoids compression artifacts

TIFF - supports uncompressed files

SVG - scalable vector graphics

RAW - "digital negative" - minimally processed file, allows for more editing like white balance or over-exposure after the fact.

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