Convert ARW to BMP

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ARW vs BMP Format Comparison

Aspect ARW (Source Format) BMP (Target Format)
Format Overview
ARW
Sony RAW

Unprocessed sensor data captured by Sony cameras, preserving maximum detail.

Raw
BMP
Bitmap Image File

Uncompressed raster graphics format with excellent image quality.

Standard
Compression

Lossless raw data; minimal in-camera compression.

Typically uncompressed; preserves original image data.

Color Depth

Typically 12–14 bits per channel for high dynamic range.

Supports 1-bit to 32-bit color depth; commonly 24-bit RGB.

File Size

Very large (20–30 MB+ per image depending on resolution).

Large due to uncompressed data; varies with resolution and color depth.

Advantages
  • Maximum editing flexibility
  • Full dynamic range and metadata
  • Ideal for professional post-processing
  • Universal Windows compatibility
  • No compression artifacts
  • Simple format structure
Disadvantages
  • Requires dedicated RAW software
  • Large file sizes
  • Not directly viewable in most browsers
  • Very large file sizes
  • Limited web browser support
  • No built-in compression
Use Cases
  • Professional photography workflows
  • High-quality color grading and editing
  • Archival of original sensor data
  • Windows applications and games
  • Print preparation and archival
  • Technical documentation
Tooling & Ecosystem
  • Adobe Lightroom, Capture One
  • RawTherapee, Darktable
  • Camera manufacturer software
  • Windows Paint, Photoshop
  • GIMP, Paint.NET
  • Most Windows image viewers

Why Convert ARW to BMP?

Converting ARW (Sony RAW) to BMP provides high-quality, uncompressed images suitable for professional applications and Windows environments. While ARW offers the highest image fidelity for editing, BMP maintains excellent quality without compression artifacts, making it ideal for archival purposes, print preparation, and applications where maximum image quality is essential without the need for specialized RAW processing software.