Digital Art and Media Production · Digital Literacy

Vector vs Bitmap Graphics

Understanding the mathematical basis of vectors compared to the pixel grid of bitmaps.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why do professional designers prefer vectors for logos but bitmaps for photographs?
  2. 2How does the concept of resolution affect the quality of a digital image?
  3. 3What are the storage trade-offs between different image file formats?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Computing - Digital LiteracyKS2: Computing - Information Technology
Year: Year 6
Subject: Computing
Unit: Digital Art and Media Production
Period: Digital Literacy

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