Convert CR2 to BMP

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CR2 vs BMP Format Comparison

Aspect	CR2 (Source Format)	BMP (Target Format)
Format Overview	CR2 Canon RAW Version 2 Unprocessed sensor data from Canon DSLR cameras, preserving full dynamic range and metadata. Raw	BMP Bitmap Image File Uncompressed raster image format storing raw pixel data directly. Standard
Compression	Minimal or lossless; stores raw sensor data.	No compression; raw pixel storage.
Color Depth	12–14 bits per channel; high dynamic range.	1–24 bits per pixel depending on BMP variant.
File Size	Very large (20–50 MB+ per image).	Large; uncompressed data proportional to resolution and depth.
Advantages	Maximum post-processing flexibility Full sensor metadata and color depth Ideal for professional workflows	Simple format structure No loss of quality due to absence of compression Easy to read and write programmatically
Disadvantages	Requires specialized RAW processing software Large file sizes Not directly viewable in browsers	Huge file sizes without compression No support for transparency or metadata Inefficient for storage or web use
Use Cases	Professional photo editing workflows Archival of original camera data Scientific and forensic imaging	Legacy Windows applications Simple graphics and debugging images File format interoperability testing
Tooling & Ecosystem	Adobe Lightroom, Capture One Canon Digital Photo Professional RawTherapee, Darktable	Microsoft Paint Basic imaging libraries Windows built-in viewers

Why Convert CR2 to BMP?

Converting CR2 to BMP produces an uncompressed, easily accessible raster image from RAW sensor data. BMP’s simple structure ensures compatibility with a wide range of software and systems without needing specialized RAW viewers.

While CR2 retains full editing potential, BMP is ideal for scenarios requiring direct pixel access or integration with legacy applications. This conversion simplifies workflows where high-fidelity raw data is no longer necessary, offering straightforward viewing and editing in basic tools.