Change BMP files to JPG format
Need to turn a BMP file into JPG? BMP is an old Windows bitmap that stores pixels uncompressed. Files are large because nothing is compressed, but it is dead simple and lossless, which is why it still shows up in legacy Windows tools. JPG (also written JPEG) is the world's most widely supported photo format. It uses lossy compression that throws away detail the eye barely notices, which keeps photographic files small while staying compatible with virtually every device, browser and app. Converting from BMP to JPG bridges the two: you keep the picture, but in a format that fits where you are taking it.
Drop a BMP file or browse
Up to 16 MB
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Why convert BMP to JPG?
People convert BMP to JPG when they need wider compatibility or a better fit for the job: JPG opens on every device and app. img.now keeps the full resolution and uses high-quality encoding so the result stays sharp.
| BMP | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Raster (uncompressed) | Raster photo |
| Compression | None | Lossy |
| Transparency | No | No |
| Animation | No | No |
What to expect converting BMP to JPG
JPG shrinks the file dramatically, often 10x or more, versus the uncompressed BMP.
Compression is lossy so fine detail softens slightly, and BMP has no transparency to lose.
You want to make a bulky BMP practical for sharing, web use, or storage.
You need a pixel-exact lossless copy, which JPG cannot provide.
About BMP and JPG
BMP
BMP is an old Windows bitmap that stores pixels uncompressed. Files are large because nothing is compressed, but it is dead simple and lossless, which is why it still shows up in legacy Windows tools.
- Lossless and extremely simple
- No decoding overhead
- Universally readable on Windows
JPG
JPG (also written JPEG) is the world's most widely supported photo format. It uses lossy compression that throws away detail the eye barely notices, which keeps photographic files small while staying compatible with virtually every device, browser and app.
- Opens everywhere - Universal support
- Small files for photographs
- Ideal for email, web and sharing
Convert BMP to JPG in three steps
Upload your BMP
Drop in a BMP file from your device, up to 16 MB. BMP files are read automatically.
We convert it to JPG
img.now re-encodes your image as JPG at full resolution on our servers - No quality lost to resizing.
Download the JPG
Grab the result instantly. It is also saved to your files so you can come back to it.
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BMP to JPG - Questions
What is a BMP file?
Why convert BMP to JPG instead of keeping BMP?
Will I lose quality converting BMP to JPG?
Is converting BMP to JPG free?
Will the quality drop when I convert BMP to JPG?
Do you keep my files?
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