Convert TIFF to GIF

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TIFF vs GIF Format Comparison

Aspect TIFF (Source Format) GIF (Target Format)
Format Overview
TIFF
Tagged Image File Format

Versatile raster format supporting high bit-depth channels, lossless compression, layers, and multiple pages.

Lossless
GIF
Graphics Interchange Format

Bitmap format supporting up to 256 colors, LZW compression, single-bit transparency, and simple animations.

Indexed
Compression

Optional lossless (LZW, ZIP, PACKBITS) compression preserving image fidelity.

Lossless LZW compression with fixed color palette; efficient for limited color images.

Color Depth

Supports 8-bit to 32-bit per channel for deep color and alpha.

Indexed color up to 8-bit (256 colors), limited gamut.

Transparency

Full alpha channel support for complex compositing.

Single-bit transparency only.

Animation

No native animation; multi-page capable.

Supports simple frame-based animations.

File Size

Large (20–200 MB) depending on compression, pages, and layers.

Small (10–500 KB) depending on dimensions and palette complexity.

Advantages
  • High bit-depth precision
  • Supports layers and multiple pages
  • Ideal for archival and printing
  • Wide web browser support
  • Supports animations
  • Small file sizes for limited color graphics
Disadvantages
  • Very large file sizes
  • Not ideal for web without conversion
  • Limited to 256 colors
  • No alpha channel depth

Why Convert TIFF to GIF?

Converting TIFF to GIF enables sharing of high-quality graphics and simple animations on the web with widespread browser compatibility. GIF’s indexed palette and animation support are ideal for logos, icons, and banners.

Our converter reduces complex TIFF data into an optimal 256-color palette, preserving key details and supporting single-bit transparency and animation frames.

Use GIF outputs for lightweight web graphics, animated thumbnails, or simple slideshows without plugins.

Key Benefits:

  • Browser-ready GIFs with lossless palette-based compression
  • Supports simple frame-based animations
  • Single-bit transparency for masks
  • Fully online and free to use