SMRTR ProgrammingMar 29, 2025Ars Technica

Beyond RGB: A new image file format efficiently stores invisible light data

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The new JPEG XL compression technique for spectral images reduces file sizes by 10-60 times compared to standard lossless methods, making them more practical for scientific visualization and high-end rendering by enabling faster transfers and reducing storage costs.

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