How do Vector images and Raster (pixel) images differ?
• Vector Images: Vector images are created in a Vector drawing program, such as Adobe Illustrator, and are stored mathematically, rather than by pixels like raster images. This means that they can be resized in a Vector drawing program, without loss of image quality. For this reason, most logos are created in Vector format. Vector images are perfect for printing, since they have unlimited resolution. Here is an example. Normal Vector Image Enlarged Vector Image Advantages of the Vector file format: • Color changes and editing can be made instantly (with software). • Each design element can be edited separately. • Files can be resized without any loss of quality. • The file size is usually small enough to fit on a floppy disk. Disadvantages of the Vector file format: • Vector files can not be used with most desktop software. • Raster Images: Raster images can be created in a photo program, such as Photoshop, or basic drawing programs like Paint or Paintbrush. Rather than being stored ma
