Image format comparison

JPEG vs WebP

Both handle lossy photographs, while WebP also supports transparency and lossless encoding.

PropertyJPEGWebP

Extension.jpg.webp

MIME typeimage/jpegimage/webp

TransparencyNoYes

AnimationNoYes

Lossless modeNoYes

Lossy modeYesYes

Practical recommendation

Use WebP for modern web delivery when your complete toolchain supports it; keep JPEG for maximum interoperability.