re;file labs
See all conversion formats

Convert PNG to GIF

Convert your png (Portable Network Graphics) images to gif (Graphics Interchange Format) with re;file labs. png files (.png) are widely recognized for their lossless compression and transparency support, while gif files excel for their supports basic animations and transparency with small file sizes. Everything runs in your browser: no uploads, no external servers.

Detailed Format Comparison

Compare PNG and GIF

png and gif are two popular image formats with distinct features and advantages. While png offers lossless compression and transparency support, gif excels at supports basic animations and transparency with small file sizes. In this comparison, we break down key differences in aspects like compression, transparency support, color depth, and more.

Attribute PNGGIF
Compression LosslessLossless (LZW compression)
Transparency Support
Yes
Yes
Color Depth 48-bit8-bit
Animation Support
No
Yes
File Size ModerateSmall
Use Cases Logos, illustrations, detailed graphicsSimple animations, low-color web graphics
Compatibility Universal supportUniversal support
Key Benefits Lossless compression and transparency supportSupports basic animations and transparency with small file sizes

FAQ

Common questions

We've got answers.