PNG vs JBG — Comparison & Free Converter
Fast, instant PNG to JBG conversion. No signup required. Just drop your .png file and get .jbg in seconds.
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Vous manipulez des images au quotidien et la question du format se pose fréquemment ? Le PNG, bien que versatile pour sa transparence et sa qualité sans perte, n'est pas toujours le plus optimisé pour certains usages spécifiques. Si vous cherchez à réduire drastiquement la taille de vos fichiers sans compromettre l'essentiel de l'information visuelle, notamment pour des documents techniques ou des fax numériques, la conversion en JBIG (ou plus communément JBG) s'avère être une solution redoutable. Ce format, spécialisé dans la compression d'images binaires (noir et blanc), est idéal pour archiver ou transmettre efficacement des documents scannés, des schémas ou tout contenu où la couleur n'est pas primordiale. Découvrez comment notre outil peut simplifier cette transition, vous offrant performance et praticité.
- Archivage de documents administratifs dématérialisés
- Transmission de télécopies (fax) numériques
- Optimisation de schémas techniques pour publication académique
En France, en Belgique et au Québec, le format JBIG est particulièrement pertinent pour la numérisation et l'échange de documents officiels, où la fidélité du texte et la taille réduite du fichier sont des exigences clés pour l'administration et les entreprises.
About PNG to JBG Conversion
PNG or JBG — which format should you use? The answer depends on your needs. Here's a quick breakdown.
PNG uses lossless compression and supports transparency, making it perfect for graphics, logos, and screenshots. It has universal platform support. JBG is a widely used file format. It has common platform support.
So when should you convert PNG to JBG? This conversion is ideal when you When you need a JBG file. This conversion helps you convert between formats quickly.
Converting PNG to JBG maintains high quality with CocoConvert's optimised encoder settings.
If you've decided JBG is the right choice, CocoConvert makes the conversion effortless. Upload your .png file, pick JBG, and click Convert — done in seconds. The converter runs on secure servers in Germany, powered by FFmpeg, Sharp, and qpdf. Files are encrypted via TLS and erased within 24 hours.
Free tier: 5 files/hour, 250 MB each. Pro: 100 files/hour, 5 GB each. Works in every modern browser on desktop and mobile.
How to Convert PNG to JBG
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Choose your PNG file
Upload your .png file using drag-and-drop or the file browser. Batch mode lets you add multiple files.
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Set format to JBG
Select .jbg from the output options. The converter applies optimal quality settings automatically.
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Run the conversion
Click Convert. Server-side processing means your device stays fast — even for large image files.
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Get your JBG file
Download your converted file instantly. Batch downloads are available as a zip archive.
What Happens When You Convert PNG to JBG
Your PNG file is decoded and re-encoded as JBG.
Your PNG file is uploaded and validated
The file is decoded (parsed into its raw data)
The data is re-encoded in JBG format
The converted file is ready for download
Format Comparison
PNG
.png file
| Extension | .png |
| MIME Type | image/png |
| Category | Image |
JBG
.jbg file
| Extension | .jbg |
| MIME Type | image/x-jbig |
| Category | Image |
Should You Convert PNG to JBG?
When to Convert
- ✓When you need a JBG file
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use PNG or JBG?
It depends on your goal. PNG preserves full quality. JBG preserves full quality. Choose based on whether file size or quality matters more for your use case.
Is JBG higher quality than PNG?
Not necessarily. Converting PNG to JBG maintains high quality with CocoConvert's optimised encoder settings. Quality depends on the compression type and settings, not just the format name.
Can I convert PNG to JBG on Mac and Windows?
Yes. CocoConvert is a web-based tool that works in all modern browsers — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge — on any operating system including macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Is CocoConvert free for PNG to JBG?
Yes. Free users get 5 conversions per hour (250 MB each). Pro subscribers unlock 100 files per hour, 5 GB per file, and priority processing.
What tools does CocoConvert use for PNG to JBG?
CocoConvert uses FFmpeg for audio/video, Sharp for images, and qpdf for documents — the same open-source libraries used by Netflix, YouTube, and major enterprise platforms.
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