Vector & Bitmap Art

Everyday we see images all around us and to the naked eye they all appear to be the same. This is not true, however, and there are numerous different kinds of image types that are used. In this blog, I will be focusing on vector and bitmap images.

Vector images are created on computer programs by using points, paths, and shapes. Some of the programs used would be Illustrator or Freehand. What makes vector images so easy to work with is their ability to keep proportions and quality when sized up or down.

(wikipedia)

This image is a great example of a vector image because it shows how easily the size can increase yet the image is not distorted. It also shows how the bitmap image is distorted.

Bitmap images consist of pixels. This type of image allows for greater detail and a smoother image. Unfortunately, bitmap images do no resize as easily and often have a distorted look. This is most likely the type of images you are used to seeing.

(google image search)

I chose this image to show how this bitmap image of a soda bottle differs from the vector image. There are more colors and the image looks real.

(google image search)

This image has the bitmap (left)  and vector (right) images side to side. You can really see the difference in quality and color. 

(design was here)

This vector image is very well done, yet still obviously computer created. I think it is almost better to have a vector image because you are able to have more flexibility with the way you use it.