Graphics:
Vector Graphics:
. Uses mathematical equations to draw images.. These are translated into points that are connected by lines/curves.
. Makes up all shapes.
Raster Graphics:
. Raster is a grid of x, y coordinates on display space.
. Also referred to as 'bitmap' because it contains information that is directly mapped to display grid.
Differences :
Raster Graphics | Vector Graphics |
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Made of pixels | Made of shapes |
Takes time to convert into vector | Can easily convert into raster |
Resoulution dependent | Resolution independent |
Large file size because of pixels | Small file size |
Losses quality if scaled | Scalable without losing quality |
Used for printed medium & photographs | Used for logos |
Formats: .jpg .png .gif .bmp | Formats: .svg .xml .odg .eps |