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AO2 – Investigate file types and data storage formats. Wednesday 3 rd October. AO2 Distinction Assessment. Candidates demonstrate a thorough understanding of file types for digital photographs and data storage formats.
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AO2 – Investigate file types and data storage formats Wednesday 3rd October
AO2 Distinction Assessment • Candidates demonstrate a thorough understanding of file types for digital photographs and data storage formats. • They explain clearly and compare the different file types and identify the situations when each type is most suitable for use.
File Formats • exchangeable image file format (Exif) TIFF, JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP • RAW image format
File formats • Consider the following • Is the file compressed or not? • How much memory do you need for the files? • What is the abbreviation short for? • How is the image created or edited? • What limitations are there with this file type? • If you were looking for fully professional, high quality images, which format would suit you best? • What programs can handle these types of graphics? • Are they more suitable for printing, web format or other projects? • Do Mac computers handle these types of file? • Metadata Tags?
Data Storage Formats • secure Digital card (SD) • compactFlash (CF-I and CF-II) • memory Stick • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • SmartMedia • xD-Picture Card (xD) • miniSD Card • microSD card • USB flash drive
Data Storage Formats • Consider the following • Which brands of camera support which format? • Which offers the quickest processing time? (remember a camera is only as quick as its memory) • Which format is the cheapest? • Are any of the formats no longer in use? – Why? • What capacities are they available in? • Are they usable in other peripherals, i.e. iPad or Printers?
AO2 Distinction Assessment • Candidates demonstrate a thorough understanding of file types for digital photographs and data storage formats. • They explain clearly and compare the different file types and identify the situations when each type is most suitable for use.