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What is a CR3 file?
CR3 is a RAW image format developed by Canon for its digital cameras. It replaced the older CR2 format and is used for storing unprocessed image data with high dynamic range and detail.
CR3 files use the more efficient HEIF compression and offer better metadata support and flexibility in editing.
How to open CR3 files
CR3 files can be opened with Canon's Digital Photo Professional software, Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop (latest versions), and other photo editors with RAW support.
Convert CR3 to JPG or PNG using AnyConv for easier viewing and sharing.
Key facts about CR3
- Full name: Canon RAW version 3
- Extension: .cr3
- MIME type: image/x-canon-cr3
- Developed by: Canon Inc.
- Initial release: 2018
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🎯 Did You Know?
CR3 brought two RAW formats in one
Unlike CR2, the CR3 container can store both traditional uncompressed RAW data and Canon’s compressed RAW (C-RAW), giving photographers a choice between maximum quality and smaller file sizes without switching formats.
— Fact picked by Ethan Brooks
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about CR3
- What is a CR3 file and why convert it?CR3 is the latest RAW format from Canon, used in newer camera models. It stores high-quality, unprocessed photo data but isn’t supported by many devices and apps. Converting to JPG, PNG or TIFF lets you easily open, view, and share your images.
- Are CR3 files smaller than other RAW files?Yes - that’s one of their benefits. CR3 uses more efficient compression than older formats like CR2, so the file size is usually 20–40% smaller while keeping the same image quality.
- Which Canon cameras use CR3?CR3 is used in most newer Canon models, including the EOS R series, M50 Mark II, R5, R6, R10, and more. If your Canon camera is from the past few years, it likely shoots in CR3 format.
- Why won't my computer open CR3 files?CR3 is a relatively new RAW format, and many apps - especially older photo viewers - don’t support it yet. To open or view CR3 files, you usually need special software like Canon’s Digital Photo Professional, Adobe Lightroom, or to simply convert them to JPG for universal compatibility.