Image Format Conversion Guide
Converting between image formats is crucial for web optimization, compatibility, and file size management. Each format has its strengths and ideal use cases.
Popular Format Conversions:
JPEG
Best for photographs with many colors. Lossy compression provides smaller file sizes.
Use for: Photos, complex imagesPNG
Supports transparency and lossless compression. Larger file sizes but perfect quality.
Use for: Logos, graphics with transparencyWebP
Modern format with excellent compression. 25-35% smaller than JPEG with better quality.
Use for: Web images, modern browsersWhen to Convert Image Formats:
- Web Optimization: Convert to WebP for better performance
- Print Compatibility: Convert to high-quality JPEG or PNG
- Transparency Needs: Convert to PNG when transparency is required
- File Size Reduction: Convert large PNGs to JPEG for photos