Raster vs Vector: Pixel-Perfect vs Infinite Scalability

When it comes to digital imagery, there are two main categories to consider: raster and vector images. It is essential to understand the differences between the two and their respective advantages and disadvantages.
Since it is possible to convert images from one format to another and to use both raster and vector images within the same file – this may sometimes lead to confusion. Therefore, knowing when to use each format can make a significant difference in the final outcome of a project.… Read the rest

Why You Should Consider Converting From JPG To SVG

There are many different image formats on the world wide web and even more when you regularly download, take and edit pictures. If you work with image files, either professionally or on a private basis, you surely came across the so-called SVG image format. Even if you haven’t actively worked with it yet, there are many advantages of this format.

Thus, in today’s article, we will have a look at why it might be useful for you to convert your already existing JPG and PNG images into the SVG format.… Read the rest

Vector Formats – What Are They and Why Do You Need Them?

We have talked about some of the more popular image file extensions in previous articles – Best Image File Extensions, Other Popular Image Extensions.  However, those articles only talked about some of the more general types of image extensions, raster images. Image files that are vector formats are more specific types of image and that is what we’re talking about here.

A vector file format (sometimes known as EPS files) store the image in a different way than the more traditional image files. … Read the rest