1. Explain the purpose of file formats and resolution
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File Formats and Resolution
Learn to choose RAW, JPEG, HEIF and resolution settings for the intended result.
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What you will learn
2. Apply a practical method to choose RAW, JPEG, HEIF and resolution settings for the intended result
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3. Recognise the main technical, safety or professional risk
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4. Review the result and record one useful improvement
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Step-by-step practice
Step 1. Identify why file formats and resolution matters to the photograph you want to make.
Step 2. Prepare the subject, location, equipment and any required permission.
Step 3. Practise how to choose RAW, JPEG, HEIF and resolution settings for the intended result.
Step 4. Review focus, exposure, light, composition, story and responsible practice.
Step 5. Complete this activity: Photograph the same scene in two available formats and compare size, detail and editing flexibility.
Safe and responsible practice: Switch equipment off before cleaning or changing parts, protect files and never obstruct others.
Practical activity
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Photograph the same scene in two available formats and compare size, detail and editing flexibility.
Good-practice checklist
Equipment is clean and secure
Cards, batteries and backup are ready
Complete the practical activity for file formats and resolution
Record settings or decisions that produced the best result
Review the result on a second screen or as a print
Ask a qualified person when safety, privacy or legal consequences are significant
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