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Image file formats: JPG vs RAW vs TIFF

Rather than rolling the dice on which format is best for your digital camera, we'll break down the right time to use each format.

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Imaging | by Randall Bennett | Sat Oct 18, 2008 2:07PM | 0 comments

With the evolution of every new technology, new terms are coined, new file formats created, and, of course, users are confused. Image file formats are no exception, either. The real key, as with all file formats, is to start with the end in mind. Find the right tool for the job, and the right image format for the proper output. Since most digital cameras offer an option to choose between two or three different formats, we'll help you pick the best image format for your intended output.

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DSLR, RAW, TIFF, JPG

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