JPEG vs PNG: Which Image Format to Use?
Last Updated: April 1, 2026
Complete comparison of JPEG and PNG image formats. When to use each for web, print, and social media.
JPEG vs PNG Comparison
| Feature | JPEG | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy (smaller files) | Lossless (larger files) |
| Transparency | ❌ No | ✅ Yes (alpha channel) |
| Best for | Photos, gradients | Logos, screenshots, text |
| File size (photo) | ✅ Small (100KB) | ⚠️ Large (500KB) |
| Quality loss | ⚠️ Each save degrades | ✅ No loss |
| Web usage | 73% of images | 28% of images |
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