Photography guide

RAW vs JPEG

RAW retains more data for exposure, white balance and color adjustments. JPEG is smaller and processed in camera.

Core principle

RAW retains more data for exposure, white balance and color adjustments. JPEG is smaller and processed in camera.

Practical workflow

Use RAW for difficult light and important sessions; JPEG for rapid delivery, high volume or limited storage.

1. Define the image goal and working conditions.
2. Choose baseline settings and make a test frame.
3. Check focus, histogram and critical image areas.
4. Record the settings that worked and why you changed them.

What to verify before finishing

RAW+JPEG can be a useful transition but increases card use and transfer time.

Do not treat a single rule as a guarantee. Conditions, equipment design and output size change the requirements. Record settings and conclusions in the AparatTo planner.