What is the difference between .fits and .sk2?
- Extension
- .fits
- .sk2
- Format
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Vector Image
- Developer
- IAU FITS Working Group
- sK1 Project
- Description
- Bitmap graphic created in the FITS (Flexible Image Transport System) format, which was originally specified by the International Astronomical Union (IAU); may contain both binary data and ASCII text; used as a standard format for storing astronomical data.
- The sk2 file type is a vector graphic format created by the sK1 open source vector graphics editor. It is an extension of the sk1 format and is used to store vector graphics and images. The sk2 file format supports layers, masking, transparency, and other advanced features.
- MIME Type
- image/fits
- application/x-sK1
- Sample
- sample.fits
- Wikipedia
- .fits on Wikipedia