PNGimages
Lossless raster image format with full alpha transparency and universal support.
IMG Category
Images
Raster, vector, and high-efficiency image formats used by cameras, design tools, and the web.
6 formats, 7 extensions, 6 comparisons, and 5 guides.
Formats
JPEGimages
Lossy raster image format optimized for photographs with universal compatibility.
.jpg .jpeg · image/jpeg
WebPimages
Modern image format with lossy and lossless modes, transparency, and animation.
.webp · image/webp
AVIFimages
Next-generation image format built on AV1 with strong compression and modern features.
.avif · image/avif
GIFimages
Indexed-color image format with simple animation and near-universal support.
.gif · image/gif
SVGimages
Open vector image format that scales crisply at any size and is editable as text.
.svg · image/svg+xml
Extensions
.jpgSafe
Common lossy raster image format optimized for photographs and web graphics.
Compatible Apps
Apple Photos, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop, Windows Photos
.pngSafe
Lossless raster image format with transparency support.
Compatible Apps
Apple Preview, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop, Google Chrome
.gifSafe
Raster image format limited to 256 colors, commonly used for simple animation.
Compatible Apps
Google Chrome, GIMP, Apple Preview, Adobe Photoshop
.svgExecutable
XML-based vector image format for resolution-independent graphics.
Compatible Apps
Google Chrome, Figma, Inkscape, Adobe Illustrator
.webpSafe
Modern web image format with efficient lossy and lossless compression.
Compatible Apps
Google Chrome, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop, Apple Preview
.avifSafe
High-efficiency image format based on the AV1 video codec.
Compatible Apps
Google Chrome, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop, Apple Preview
.heicCaution
Apple image format based on HEIF that stores photos efficiently.
Compatible Apps
Apple Photos, Windows Photos, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop
Comparisons
PNG vs JPEGThe classic image decision: lossless pixels with transparency versus small, lossy photos.images pairPNG vs WebPLossless PNG versus flexible WebP for web graphics, animation, and archive-quality pixels.images pairJPEG vs WebPA photo-focused comparison between the universal JPEG and the modern, flexible WebP.images pairWebP vs AVIFNext-generation web image formats compared for compression, transparency, and tooling.images pairGIF vs WebPLegacy animated GIF versus modern WebP animation for web graphics.images pairPNG vs SVGVector versus raster for logos, icons, and images that must scale or stay pixel-perfect.images pair