RAW vs HEIC: Which format is better?

RAW vs HEIC

Unprocessed sensor data compared to Apple's compressed format.

RAW	HEIC
Advantages • Great format • Widely used Disadvantages • Has limitations	Advantages • Alternative benefits Disadvantages • Alternative limitations

RAW

HEIC

Advantages

• Great format
• Widely used

Disadvantages

• Has limitations

Advantages

• Alternative benefits

Disadvantages

• Alternative limitations

The Verdict

RAW for editing

When to use RAW

For professional editing

When to use HEIC

For storage

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