HEIC stands for High-Efficiency Image Container file, a new or next-generation container file format developed by Apple Inc. for new models of iPads and iPhones. The container format can store and transfer image sequences and individual digital images. One of the advantages of HEIC files is that they cover rich multimedia files, including other media streams like video, audio, and time texts. The file format uses high-efficiency video coding (HEVC) to compress images, significantly saving space and bandwidth. HEIC advanced compression technology preserves image quality, resulting in small and high-quality photos compared to PNGs and JPEGs.
Tagged Image File Format (TIFF) is a universally used format for storing and sharing raster graphics images. It is known for its versatility and flexibility in accommodating high-quality images with varying color depths. The advantages of TIFF file format are that they can store images in different color spaces, including CMYK, pallet, grayscale, and RGB, making them compatible with most imaging needs. They can also store multiple pages and layers in a single document. TIFF files are either lossless or lossy compressed. The ability to preserve detailed image information makes TIFF a versatile file format for complex image sequences, multipage documents, and image compositions. One of the disadvantages of TIFF is that their large sizes make them difficult to share or send to contacts.
To convert files from HEIC to TIFF use an online tool that supports mass conversion, like Convertjack. Such a tool transforms single or bulk images at once to save time.
Go to Choose File, and select any HEIC photos you want to convert. If you want to do a bulk conversion, click Choose File and select all the HEIC pics you want to convert.
After uploading the HEIC image, click the “Select Format” button at the center. A drop-down menu will pop up; select TIFF.
On the bottom right corner of the display, click the “Convert” button. Your converted TIFF file will be ready for download.
Click the “Download” button on the right side of the TIFF file, and the converted image will be downloaded. If you convert multiple files, each file will have a “Download all” button in front of it, and you can click each button to download all the converted files.
To save a HEIC file as a TIFF file, you first convert it to TIFF and then download it.
Instead of converting a file manually from HEIC to TIFF, use an online tool like Convertjack to convert the file without losing any details.
After converting the HEIC file, Download the TIFF file and save it in the default folder for all your downloads on the desktop or mobile.
One of the advantages of TIFF is its universal support in professional software applications, ensuring high-quality images are accessible across various platforms. However, it is not commonly used in web browsers due to large file sizes. It offers lossless compression, making it ideal for preserving image quality. The main disadvantage of HEIC is its limited support outside of Apple's ecosystem, which can create compatibility challenges. Therefore, converting HEIC images to more widely supported formats, such as TIFF, can enhance accessibility. Check this HEIC vs. TIFF comparison to determine which image format best suits your intended use.