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What is a RAW file?
RAW is a general term for a family of image file formats that store minimally processed data directly from a digital camera’s sensor. Each camera manufacturer typically has its own RAW format — such as CR2/CR3 (Canon), NEF (Nikon), ARW (Sony), and DNG (Adobe) — with different structures and metadata.
Unlike JPEG or PNG, RAW files retain all the original image information, including greater color depth and dynamic range. This makes them ideal for professional photographers who want full control over exposure, white balance, sharpness, and other post-processing adjustments.
How to open RAW files
Most RAW files require specialized software for viewing and editing, such as Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Capture One, or open-source tools like RawTherapee and Darktable. Camera manufacturers also provide their own RAW converters tailored to their file formats.
You can convert many RAW files (including CR2, NEF, ARW, and others) to more accessible formats like JPG or PNG using AnyConv, enabling quick previews and easier sharing across platforms.
Key facts about RAW
- Full name: Generic Unprocessed Image Format
- Extension: .cr2, .nef, .arw, .dng, etc.
- MIME type: image/x-raw
- Developed by: Various
- Initial release: ~1990s and onward
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What is a PNG file?
PNG stands for Portable Network Graphics. It’s a popular raster image format developed as an open alternative to GIF. Released in 1996, PNG supports lossless compression, which means the image quality is preserved when the file is saved.
PNG is ideal for graphics that need transparency, sharp edges, or repeated editing — such as logos, icons, and screenshots. Unlike JPG, it retains full detail but usually results in larger file sizes.
How to open PNG files
PNG files are supported by nearly all operating systems and applications. You can open them using default image viewers on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Web browsers, design software like Adobe Photoshop, and online tools such as AnyConv also handle PNG files without issues.
Key facts about PNG
- Full name: Portable Network Graphics
- Extension: .png
- MIME type: image/png
- Developed by: PNG Development Group
- Initial release: 1996
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to register to convert RAW files?Not at all! You can convert RAW to PNG without signing up or installing anything.
- Is it safe to convert RAW to PNG on AnyConv?Absolutely. All RAW and PNG files are securely handled and automatically deleted after 1 hour. Nobody can access your data.
- Will the quality change after converting RAW to PNG?We do our best to preserve the original quality during RAW to PNG conversion. The result is accurate and clean.
- How long does it take to convert RAW to PNG?Most conversions from RAW to PNG take just a few seconds — even for larger files.
- Can I upload more than one RAW file?Yes, batch conversion is supported. You can convert multiple RAW files to PNG at once — fast and easy.
- What browsers support RAW to PNG conversion?All modern browsers! Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — AnyConv runs online and supports converting RAW to PNG on any platform.