Raster data represents geographic information as a grid of cells, ideal for continuous data like elevation models or satellite imagery, while vector data represents geographic information as points, lines, and polygons, ideal for discrete data like roads or property boundaries. GIS software can utilize both types of data for analysis and visualization, such as overlaying a vector map of roads onto a raster map of land cover to assess transportation networks.
vector GIS, Raster GIS, Hybrid GIS
Vectorization in GIS is the process of converting raster data (such as satellite imagery) into vector format (points, lines, or polygons) by identifying and representing distinct features or objects within the image. This allows for more precise analysis, editing, and storage of geographic information.
Raster.
raster
Illustrator is a vector based program that can export raster images.
Commonly used in GIS systems, it is basically pixelated data.
raster image = monitor, laser printer or ink-jet printer vector image = graphics plotter
Raster and Vector
Vector does not lose quality when resized, which is ideal for logos.
Vector and Raster or pixel images.
Yes, partially. PDF encodes fonts and EPS graphics that are vector based. It also encodes images, in JPG format for example, which are raster based.