Commodore 64 image converter
Convert images to the 16-color Commodore 64 palette with dithering. Free online C64 image converter for retro art.
About the Commodore 64 palette
The Commodore 64, the best-selling home computer of all time, had a fixed 16-color palette with distinctively muted, earthy tones.
Converting photos to the C64 palette produces a warm, nostalgic 8-bit look. Use a horizontal pixel size of 2+ px to echo the C64's wide multicolor pixels.
Colors
Best for
- 8-bit computer nostalgia
- Demoscene-style art
- Retro posters
How to dither an image
- Add your image. Click Upload image, drag a file onto the preview, or paste with Ctrl/⌘+V. JPG, PNG, WebP and GIF work.
- Pick an algorithm and palette. Error diffusion (Floyd–Steinberg, Atkinson…) for photos, Bayer for a retro crosshatch.
- Tune it. Raise pixel size for chunkier pixels; adjust brightness and contrast to control which tones become dark or light.
- Download. Export a lossless PNG at up to 8× with crisp nearest-neighbour scaling.
FAQ
What is Commodore 64 palette dithering?
The Commodore 64, the best-selling home computer of all time, had a fixed 16-color palette with distinctively muted, earthy tones.
When should I use Commodore 64?
Commodore 64 works best for: 8-bit computer nostalgia, demoscene-style art, retro posters.
Is DitherImage free?
Yes. DitherImage is completely free with no sign-up, no watermark and no usage limits.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript and the Canvas API. Your images never leave your device.