TIFF to GIF Converter

Convert TIFF images to GIF format with full control over colors, dithering, and animation settings. Multi-page TIFF files can be converted to animated GIFs. Perfect for creating web-compatible graphics, animations, and shareable image content.

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TIFF TIF Multi-page
Max 25MB per file • Up to 10 files
Related Converters:
GIF to TIFF TIFF to JPG TIFF to PNG TIFF to WebP GIF Resizer GIF Maker TIFF Resizer

How to Convert TIFF to GIF

  1. Upload your TIFF images by dragging and dropping or clicking the upload area. You can select up to 10 files at once, including multi-page TIFF files.
  2. Choose color settings: Select the number of colors (2-256) and dithering method for optimal quality. Use our TIFF Analyzer to check your source files first.
  3. Configure animation: For multi-page TIFFs, set frame delay and loop options to create animated GIFs.
  4. Convert and download: Click convert and download individual files or all as a ZIP archive.
Pro tip: For photos with many colors, consider using TIFF to JPG or TIFF to WebP for better quality. GIF works best for graphics, logos, and simple animations.

TIFF vs GIF Comparison

TIFF

High-quality format supporting millions of colors, multiple pages, and various compression methods. Commonly used in printing, scanning, and professional photography. Large file sizes but excellent quality. Use our TIFF converters for various output formats.

GIF

Web-optimized format limited to 256 colors maximum. Supports animation, transparency, and has universal browser support. Perfect for simple graphics, logos, icons, and short animations. Create more with our GIF tools.

Understanding Dithering

None

Best for graphics and logos. No dithering produces sharp edges and solid colors. Results in smallest file sizes but may show color banding in gradients. Ideal for simple illustrations.

Floyd-Steinberg

Best for photos and complex images. Diffuses quantization errors across neighboring pixels, creating a natural appearance. Slightly larger files but much smoother gradients and better color representation.

Ordered

Best for retro or artistic effects. Uses a fixed pattern (Bayer matrix) to create a distinctive halftone look. Good balance between file size and visual quality with a unique aesthetic.

When to Use GIF Format

Short Animations

Perfect for animated logos, loading spinners, and brief motion graphics. Use our GIF Speed Changer to fine-tune timing.

Simple Graphics

Ideal for logos, icons, buttons, and illustrations with limited colors. Works well with our Image Resizer for web optimization.

Universal Compatibility

Supported everywhere - all browsers, email clients, and social media platforms. No compatibility concerns.

Transparency Support

Single-color transparency for overlays and layered graphics. For complex transparency, try TIFF to PNG.

Frequently Asked Questions

TIFF files can use highly efficient compression (like LZW or ZIP), while GIF uses a simpler LZW compression. Additionally, converting multi-page TIFFs to animated GIFs stores each frame separately. To reduce size, try lowering the color count, using "None" dithering, or resizing to smaller dimensions. Our GIF Resizer can help optimize the output.

Yes! Our converter automatically detects multi-page TIFF files and can convert each page into a frame of an animated GIF. You can customize the frame delay (speed) and choose whether the animation loops. For more animation control, check out our GIF Maker and GIF Speed Changer.

GIF is limited to 256 colors, which can cause color banding in photos or images with smooth gradients. To improve quality, try using Floyd-Steinberg dithering and the maximum 256 colors. For photographic images, consider TIFF to JPG or TIFF to WebP which support millions of colors.

GIF supports binary transparency - pixels are either fully transparent or fully opaque. This works well for simple shapes but not for anti-aliased edges or semi-transparent areas. For full alpha channel transparency, use TIFF to PNG or TIFF to WebP instead.

It depends on your image. Simple graphics with few colors may look great at 16-64 colors. Complex images benefit from 128-256 colors. Start with 256 for best quality, then reduce if file size is a concern. Our GIF Analyzer can help you check the results.

Yes, each file can be up to 25MB in size, and you can upload up to 10 files at once. For very large TIFF files, consider using the resize option to reduce dimensions. Our TIFF Resizer can help prepare large files before conversion.

Files are temporarily stored only during conversion and are automatically deleted within 24 hours. We prioritize server-side processing for TIFF files due to their complexity, but we don't keep copies of your images or use them for any other purpose.