Raster (Bitmap) Graphics Versus Vector Graphics: What is the difference?

The land of image file formats can be very confusing to the uninitiated. There are so many acronyms and file names, that it is easy to get confused.

Today I'm going to help you learn about Vector and Raster graphics and the differences between the two.

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[lol_.]

Dude U rock! Your explanation was concise and clear. I design fridge magnets in raster and vector but didn't quite know the technical differences. I was aware, however, that larger raster images when re-sized to smaller images are much sharper. Therefore, when I use raster design, I create the original in a larger format and then scale it down.


You are indeed a valuable graphic design resource, sir. I am now a grateful subscriber. Thanks a million and one half!

[erincawthon]

Thank you so much! I had to do a Venn diagram on these two things, and this helped me out A TON!!! Keep being awesome man!

[cretinatube]

really nice content! im surprised you aint got more views and subscribers. Thanks for so much FREE & USEFUL info :)

[geoseward]

Good explanation very clear and to the point

[josephjoe]

Thx a lot for the vid, i am a CS first year student

[graphicdesigner]

Dang. How I didn't know that? HAAHAHAHAHA! Maybe I wasn't listening on that time in class. Thank you so much sir. Without this video, I won't still know what's the difference between the two.
Hope to learn more from your videos. God bless you.l

[jamesstovell]

Well explained, I'm going to start sending this link to clients as I'm sick of explaining the difference and why bitmap files are no good for artwork for certain print methods etc.

[KennethShinabery]

I have used your videos for the Marketing Course that I am teaching in Germany. I was curious if you have a better Vector vs. Raster graphic video. Because I think showing the Raster graphic in Illustrator will confuse those just learning graphic design. I love your videos... and the students seem to like them a lot as well.

[iamlordstarbuilder]

Would it be possible to... fake complexity with vector images? I am intrigued in this, particularly because this could be used in shrinking file size of binaries for games or demos.

[graphicdesigner]

Sir? Can you teach me what format should I use in saving a logo in photoshop and illustrator??