PNG vs TIFF
A quick, plain-English comparison of the PNG and TIFF file formats — and how to convert between them, free and in your browser.
| PNG | TIFF | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | image | image |
| Extension | .png | .tiff |
| MIME type | image/png | image/tiff |
| Converts to | 33 formats | 33 formats |
| Direction here | read & write | read & write |
Convert between PNG and TIFF
PNG vs TIFF: frequently asked questions
What's the difference between PNG and TIFF?
Lossless raster image with alpha transparency; ideal for graphics and screenshots. Flexible, often-lossless raster container used in publishing and scanning.
Should I use PNG or TIFF?
Both are image formats — the right one depends on compatibility, quality and file size for your use. Whichever you have, you can convert it to the other below in seconds.
How do I convert PNG to TIFF?
Open the PNG-to-TIFF converter, drop your PNG file in, and download the TIFF. We auto-detect the real format from the file's bytes, so a mislabeled file still works.