The Truth About JPEGs Nobody Tells You (Surprising Results)

Mark Denney October 8, 2025
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*🚨FREE Photo Editing Course🚨* https://markdenneyphotography.com/freecourse Most photographers already know that shooting in RAW gives you more editing flexibility, but just how much better is it, really? In this video, I put it to the test with two identical photos I captured during my Colorado Fall workshop, one in RAW and one in JPEG, both straight out of my Nikon Z8 - and the results might surprise you more than you think. I'll edit the RAW file first, then copy the exact edits over to the JPEG to see how much detail, color, dynamic range you actually lose in the process. Whether you're new to photo editing or you've been shooting RAW for years, this real world RAW vs JPEG comparison will show you exactly what changes once the editing starts, from highlight recovery and shadow lift to color flexibility and overall image quality. If you've asked yourself, "Do I really need to shoot RAW?" - this video will give you a clear side-by-side answer. I hope you enjoy this week's video and as always thanks so much for watching! - Mark D. *🌟UPCOMING WORKSHOP SCHEDULE* 🔘https://geni.us/markdenneyworkshops *RECOMMENDED GEAR PAGE* 🔘https://geni.us/myfavoritegear *📸 MY CAMERAS & LENSES* 🔘 Main Camera: https://bhpho.to/3KZf3aa 🔘 Wide Lens: https://bhpho.to/3VWbPdW 🔘 Mid-Range Lens: https://bhpho.to/3xHbpi1 🔘 Mid-Range Lens: https://bhpho.to/4cyykLs 🔘 Long Lens: https://bhpho.to/3KXEitp 🔘Action Cam: https://geni.us/oRhupMT 🔘DJI Mavic 3: https://geni.us/nKRMkt 🔘Jet Mag Pro Filters: https://geni.us/jetmagpro *📺 WATCH THESE PLAYLISTS NEXT* 🔘Composition Tips: https://geni.us/composition 🔘Beginners Guide: https://geni.us/BeginnersGuide 🔘Editing Tutorials: https://geni.us/Editing 🔘Tips & Tricks: https://geni.us/TipsandTricks​ As an affiliate marketer & Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I earn a small commission on the above links if you decide to purchase the item at no additional charge to you. #landscapephotography​​ *LETS CONNECT* Morning Blaze: https://markdenneyphotography.com/themorningblaze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdenneyphoto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkDenneyPhoto Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkDenneyPhoto

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