File Formats

1. Which file formats discussed have you used in the past?
I have used .jpeg, .png, and .psd

2. What is the difference between a Raster and a Vector file?
The difference between vector and raster graphics is that raster graphics are composed of pixels, while vector graphics are composed of path.
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1. Is this format lossy or lossless?

2. What are common uses for each? By this I mean where would I publish each of them for the highest quality.

3. Can you create this type of file in your camera?

.jpeg :
1. Lossy
2. Online Posting, not to be blown up to large sizes like billboards.
3. Yes

.tiff :
1. Can be either lossy or lossless
2. Can be blown ump usually printed in press, not web friendly
3. Some cameras can support .tiff

.psd :
1. Lossy
2. Used for special effects
3. No

.dng/.nef :
1. Lossless
2. Printed on Billboards, blown up
3. Yes, but depends on camera



1. RAW files retain/ capture all of the data without compressing it.
2. RAW files enable you to have control over white balance, contrast, highlights, shadows, colors and saturation.
3. Not every digital camera has the option to shoot in RAW. RAW files are much larger than JPEG files.YOu can convert RAW to JPEG but not the other way around.
4. RAW gives professionals greater flexibility and processing options.