Convert CR2 to GIF

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CR2 vs GIF Format Comparison

Aspect	CR2 (Source Format)	GIF (Target Format)
Format Overview	CR2 Canon RAW Version 2 Unprocessed sensor data from Canon cameras retaining full dynamic range and metadata. Raw	GIF Graphics Interchange Format Lossless palette-based image format supporting simple animations. Standard
Compression	Minimal or lossless; stores raw sensor data.	Lossless LZW compression; limited to 256 colors.
Color Depth	12–14 bits per channel for high dynamic range.	8 bits per pixel; up to 256-color palette.
File Size	Large (20–50 MB+ per image).	Relatively small; depends on palette and dimensions.
Advantages	Full post-processing flexibility Complete metadata preservation Professional-grade raw data	Wide browser support Supports simple animations Small file sizes for web
Disadvantages	Requires RAW software for viewing Large file sizes Not directly viewable online	Limited to 256 colors No true transparency channel Not suited for high-color photos
Use Cases	Professional editing workflows Archival of original raw captures Scientific and forensic imaging	Web graphics and basic animations Icons and UI elements Short looping animations
Tooling & Ecosystem	Adobe Lightroom, Capture One Canon DPP, RawTherapee Darktable, other RAW editors	GIMP, Photoshop Browser-based GIF generators Animation tools like Ezgif

Why Convert CR2 to GIF?

Converting CR2 to GIF provides web-friendly images with small file sizes and simple animation support. Although CR2 offers extensive editing capabilities, GIF is ideal for sharing quick previews and animated snippets online.

This conversion enables easy embedding of visuals on websites and social platforms without requiring specialized RAW viewers, while maintaining acceptable visual quality for illustrative purposes.