image file formats

By default your new camera will most likely be set to take JPEGS. This type of image file is processed in‑camera, which means that you can download images from the memory card and print them or share them online instantly. The great thing about JPEGS is that they don’t take up much space on your memory card and hard drive, and they’re processed ready for use. The downside is that they capture a relatively limited range of tone and colour, and their quality deteriorates if you edit them frequently.