Overview
Choosing the right image format matters for quality, speed, and user experience. Here’s a practical breakdown of JPG, PNG, and WebP—when to use each and why.
Compression & quality
- JPG: Lossy compression. Great for photographs; small files with acceptable quality.
- PNG: Lossless compression. Ideal for graphics, icons, and UI where edges must stay crisp.
- WebP: Modern format supporting both lossy and lossless; typically smaller than JPG/PNG for similar visual quality.
Transparency & features
- JPG: No native transparency.
- PNG: Full alpha transparency—perfect for overlays.
- WebP: Supports transparency and animation (for certain encodes).
Best use cases
- Photos: JPG or WebP (WebP often smaller).
- Logos & UI: PNG or lossless WebP.
- Web performance: WebP generally yields faster pages.
Practical workflow
Designers often export master assets as PNG (lossless), then generate delivery variants in JPG or WebP depending on target platforms. With our converter, you can switch between formats privately and quickly, including batch conversions.
At-a-glance comparison
| Format | Compression | Transparency | Animation | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPG | Lossy | No | No | Photos |
| PNG | Lossless | Yes (alpha) | No | Logos, UI, graphics |
| WebP | Lossy/Lossless | Yes | Yes (when encoded) | Web delivery, mixed content |
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