2. Learning Outcomes
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to :
(a) Differentiate between a vector and bitmap image?
3. What is a vector image?
• A vector image is made of geometrical objects/shapes.
• The computer stores mathematical formulas that tell it how to draw
the shapes and lines.
• It is best used for graphs and diagrams.
• Vector graphics are not a good way to store photographs.
• The file extension for vector image is .svg.
• No pixilation effect occurs with vector images.