How to View Pictures on a PSP: Supported Formats & Transfer Methods

The PSP has a built-in **Photo** viewer (under **Photo** category in XMB). No custom firmware needed for basic viewing.

Supported Formats

• JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg) — Baseline, Progressive.
• TIFF (.tiff) — Uncompressed.
• BMP (.bmp)
• GIF (.gif) — Static only (first frame).
• PNG (.png) — **PSP Firmware 2.00+** required.

Transfer Methods

1. Memory Stick (MS Duo / Pro Duo):
   • Insert into PC via card reader/USB adapter.
   • Create folder: MS_ROOT/PICTURE/ (or PHOTO/ on older FW).
   • Copy images there. Safely eject.
2. USB Cable (PSP-1000/2000/3000/Go):
   • Connect PSP → PC via USB.
   • On PSP: Settings → USB Connection.
   • PC sees "Removable Disk". Copy to /PICTURE/.
3. PS3 / PS Vita (Content Manager): Copy via network.

Viewing

Disconnect → Photo → Memory Stick → Navigate folders → X to view. L/R zoom/rotate. Slideshow: Triangle → Slideshow.

Notes

• Max resolution: **480x272** (screen). Larger images downscale (slow). Resize on PC first for speed.
• Go model: Uses internal 16GB flash (no MS slot). Same /PICTURE/ path via USB.