Raw vs. JPEG

Part 1:

What are three advantages of a RAW file: Some advantages of a RAW file are, higher in dynamic range meaning it picks up shadow and highlights, umcompressed, and you have more control. 

What is one disadvantage of a RAW file: Not as sharp. 

What are three advantages of a JPEG file: It's higher in contrast, sharper, and ready to share immediately. 

What is one disadvantage of a JPEG file: Lower in dynamic. 

Part 2:

1. Write your own one sentence definition of what a JPEG file is.
Better for fast paced events that don't need to be processed.
2. Write your own one sentence definition of what a RAW file is.

Unprocessed material that hasn't been compressed or manipulated by the computer.

Part 3:

1. Under the first heading "Capturing the Images," how much of the data does a RAW file retain after it is captured by the camera? All of it.

2. Under the second heading "Processing the Files," what are some of the things that a RAW file enables a photographer to edit after the image is taken? more saturation, white balance etc.

3. Under the third heading "Practicalities," what are some of the factors that photographers must consider when deciding to shoot in RAW? Being able to transfer them.

4. Under the fourth heading "Which one is for you?" why would an aspiring professional photographer need to know how to work with RAW files? So he/she can edit and process those pictures. 

Part 4:

1. Make a list of three occasions it would be better to shoot in RAW. Prom Photos, Graduation, and weddings.

2. Make a list of three occasions it would be better to shoot in JPEG. Sports, Magazines, and wildlife.