Going from a RAW file to a JPEG will affect quality because you’re converting to a lossy format. RAW files contain a high amount of detail.

Many professional photographers shoot in RAW because the format captures the highest level of detail. It can often be easier to edit exposure later with a RAW file.

shooting in JPEG has its benefits, since their smaller file sizes allow you to shoot more images at once and transfer files faster.

RAW + JPEG mode is available on some digital cameras, and lets you shoot and save in both file formats at the same time.