Like many of you here, for each image I have a jpeg file for uploading, a layered PSD file and the original Raw file archived on multiple locations. What is not clear to me is what file format should I use for the layered file, either a layered Tiff (16) or the proprietary format of PSD? One mistake I have been making is not using "Backwards Compatibilty" on my PSD files, thus slowing down Bridge previews among other disadvantages.
From Cambridge In Colour:
http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/archival-photo-backup.htm“Unfortunately, many of the formats used for storing edited photos are also subject to future compatibility issues. Fortunately, this is one area where changing technology can mean you'd like to rework certain images using the latest software and techniques. Just make sure that you also have an archived version of the unaltered original photo.”
“Overall, the only fail-proof solution is to keep your data up-to-date. Every few years it's a good idea to convert file types that are in danger of becoming obsolete.”
I know this has been discussed before but the above quote tells me that it might be unimportant whether a Tiff or PSD is the choice.
Any thoughts from those of you who have thought this through?
