JPG to AVIF Converter

JPG (or JPEG, which stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group) is a widely used image file format, particularly suitable for photography and web images. It is named after its creators, the Joint Photographic Experts Group. JPG is very popular because it supports high levels of compression, which significantly reduces file size without too much loss in visual quality, making it especially useful for web transmission and storage.

Key Features

• Lossy Compression: JPG uses lossy compression techniques to reduce the size of image files. This means that some image data is permanently removed during the compression process. This compression usually results in some loss of image quality, especially noticeable with repeated editing and saving of the image.
• Adjustable Compression Levels: Users can choose the level of compression to balance image quality and file size. The higher the compression level, the smaller the file size, but the greater the loss in image quality.
• Widespread Support: Nearly all image viewing software, editing tools, and browsers support the JPG format, making it a very convenient format for sharing and publishing images.

Use Cases

• Web Images: Due to its smaller file size, the JPG format is ideal for use on websites, helping to speed up page loading times.
• Photography: JPG is one of the most commonly used image formats in digital cameras and smartphones because it allows for the storage of high-quality images while keeping file sizes reasonable.

AVIF (AV1 Image File Format) is a relatively new image format that was developed as part of the AV1 open video codec by the Alliance for Open Media. Introduced to the public around 2019, AVIF offers a highly efficient compression method that is particularly effective for high-quality images on the internet. It is designed to be a successor to JPEG, and it competes with other modern formats like WebP.

Key Features

• High Compression Efficiency: AVIF provides superior compression compared to older image formats like JPEG or even newer ones like WebP. This means it can produce significantly smaller file sizes while maintaining high image quality, which is beneficial for faster web page loading and reduced bandwidth usage.
• Support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Wide Color Gamut (WCG): AVIF supports HDR and WCG, which allows for richer colors and greater contrasts. This makes it suitable for modern displays that can handle enhanced color and brightness ranges.
• Lossless and Lossy Compression: Similar to WebP, AVIF supports both lossless and lossy compression methods, making it versatile for various imaging needs, from archival of art where detail preservation is crucial to typical web usage where balance between quality and file size is important.
• Transparency and Alpha Channel: AVIF supports transparency, which is essential for overlays, logos, and other graphic elements where background visibility is necessary.
• Advanced Compression Features: Leveraging the capabilities of the AV1 video codec, AVIF uses advanced techniques like film grain synthesis, which can be crucial for maintaining visual quality in highly textured images.

Use Cases

• Web Media: AVIF is primarily aimed at use in web media due to its high efficiency in compression. It's particularly useful for websites that require high-quality imagery but need to maintain fast load times.
• Streaming Services: Given its support for HDR and advanced compression features, AVIF is also suitable for streaming services that require efficient transmission of high-quality images.
• Photography and Digital Art: Photographers and digital artists can benefit from AVIF's lossless compression to preserve the quality of their high-resolution images.

1. Upload all the JPG images you want to batch convert.
2. In the conversion tool, select AVIF as the output format for your images.
3. Start the batch conversion, the tool will convert all the selected JPG images to AVIF format.
4. After the conversion is complete, download all the batch-converted AVIF images to your local device.