Convert PNG to GIF

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PNG vs GIF Format Comparison

Aspect PNG (Source Format) GIF (Target Format)
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.

Advantages
  • High-fidelity lossless images
  • Truecolor and alpha support
  • Great for graphics with transparency
  • Broad web compatibility
  • Simple animations possible
  • Small size for limited colors
Disadvantages
  • Larger than GIF for limited-color images
  • No animation
  • Color limited to 256 colors
  • No alpha channel (only single-bit transparency)
  • Old format with limited color fidelity

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