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WebP vs JPG

WebP vs JPG

WebP was designed specifically to replace JPG on the web. It uses predictive coding to encode images, resulting in smaller files than JPG at the same perceived quality level.

WebP JPG

Advantages

  • • 25-34% smaller than JPG
  • • Supports transparency (unlike JPG)
  • • Fewer compression artifacts

Disadvantages

  • • Cannot be opened by older desktop apps
  • • Slightly longer encode times

Advantages

  • • Can be opened by any device or app
  • • Fastest decoding speed
  • • Standard for digital cameras

Disadvantages

  • • Blocky artifacts at low quality
  • • No alpha channel (transparency)

The Verdict

WebP

When to use WebP

Always use WebP for delivering photographs and complex images on modern websites and mobile apps.

When to use JPG

Use JPG when you need to email photos, send them to a print lab, or ensure compatibility with every device on earth.

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