Written on Nov 25th, 2008 by Dave Adams
Posted In: Mastering Photography
Shooting RAW vs Shooting JPEG
Post Information and Notes
Shooting RAW vs Shooting JPEG, the differences and benefits of using both digital camera options.
- Level:Beginner
- Tools:Camera
- Time:N/A
Modern Digital Cameras, especially DSLR models, now offer the user the choice between shooting in RAW mode and shooting in JPEG mode. Some will even allow you to shoot both at the same time.
With this article, I’ll discuss the differences between the two modes, and offer suggestions as to which option is the best suited to your needs.
JPEG Mode - What is it?
The chances are that if you are reading an article on RAW vs JPEG option, you are using your camera in JPEG mode (in other words, the photos you take are recorded as a JPEG file, such as DSC_00324.jpg.) JPEG mode is the one that all digital cameras can use, and the one that is supported by all software packages that you are likely to use to edit your photographs.
