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PNG files are raster files, and TIFF files are lossless. The Tagged Image File Format, or TIFF, is known for its high quality and is commonly used in photography. Furthermore, TIFF files are usually on the larger end of the spectrum, so it’s best to use them sparingly. The extension isn’t very popular, but is frequently used in professional photography, desktop publishing, and scanning of artwork and documents.

Wallace Print of TIFFs

Printing and scanning of high-quality graphics

TIFF file formats are good for obtaining crisp images or printing high-quality photographs. In addition to preserving quality, TIFF offers tags, layers, and even transparency when necessary. The TIFF format is compatible with Adobe Photoshop, though it is not as widely used as PNG, JPG, or PDF files.

Disadvantages of TIFFs

The compression of TIFF files and their large image quality make them inappropriate for the web. Ensure that your files are exported as .tif Printing or scanning your image will improve its quality.