Convert PNG to GIF
Max file size 100mb.
PNG vs GIF Format Comparison
Aspect | PNG (Source Format) | GIF (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
PNG
Portable Network Graphics
Raster image format with lossless DEFLATE compression and full alpha transparency support. Lossless |
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format
Bitmap image format supporting up to 256 colors, LZW compression, optional single-bit transparency, and simple animations. Indexed |
Compression | Lossless DEFLATE compression preserving exact pixel data. |
Lossless LZW compression with fixed color palette; reduces file size for limited color images. |
Color Depth | Supports truecolor (up to 16 million colors) with full alpha transparency. |
Indexed color up to 8-bit (256 colors), limited palette. |
Transparency | Full alpha channel transparency. |
Single-bit transparency (on/off) only. |
Animation | No native animation support. |
Supports simple frame-based animations. |
File Size | Moderate (100 KB–10 MB) based on dimensions and transparency. |
Small to moderate (10 KB–500 KB), depending on dimensions and palette complexity. |
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Why Convert PNG to GIF?
Converting PNG to GIF is useful when you need smaller files for images with limited colors or want to create simple animations. GIF’s indexed palette and LZW compression keep file sizes low for icons, logos, and line art.
Our converter retains single-bit transparency and supports batch processing, enabling you to quickly generate GIFs from multiple PNGs for web graphics, banners, or animated sequences.
Use GIF for broad browser compatibility and scenarios where full alpha is not required, but small, palette-based images or basic animations are desired.
Key Benefits:
- Indexed color reduces file size
- Supports simple animations
- Single-bit transparency for masks
- Fully online with no installation needed