Convert CR2 to PNG

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CR2 vs PNG Format Comparison

Aspect CR2 (Source Format) PNG (Target Format)
Format Overview
CR2
Canon RAW

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

Raw
PNG
Portable Network Graphics

Lossless raster format supporting full alpha transparency.

Standard
Compression

Lossless raw data; minimal in-camera compression.

Lossless DEFLATE compression; supports optional filtering.

Color Depth

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

8 or 16 bits per channel, truecolor + alpha.

File Size

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

Moderate; depends on bit depth and image complexity.

Advantages
  • Maximum editing flexibility
  • Full dynamic range and metadata
  • Ideal for professional post-processing
  • Widely supported in browsers and applications
  • Supports transparency
  • Perfect for web graphics and screenshots
Disadvantages
  • Requires dedicated RAW software
  • Large file sizes
  • Not directly viewable in browsers
  • No native animation support
  • Can produce larger files than JPEG
  • No support for RAW metadata
Use Cases
  • Professional photography workflows
  • High-quality color grading and editing
  • Archival of original sensor data
  • Web graphics and UI components
  • Images requiring transparency
  • High-fidelity screenshots
Tooling & Ecosystem
  • Adobe Lightroom, Capture One
  • RawTherapee, Darktable
  • Canon EOS Utility
  • Photoshop, GIMP, Paint.NET
  • Browser-based editors
  • Command-line tools like ImageMagick

Why Convert CR2 to PNG?

Converting CR2 (Canon RAW) to PNG provides a balance between quality and compatibility. While CR2 offers extensive editing options and detail retention, PNG ensures broad support across browsers and applications, with full transparency and lossless compression. Ideal for publishing high-quality images online without losing detail.