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Images & Raster Graphics

Digital photo formats, raw camera sensors, vector graphics, icons, and image layer projects.

Popular Images & Raster Graphics Extensions

.HEICImages

High Efficiency Image Container

Apple iOS default high-efficiency camera image format using HEVC compression.

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.PSDImages

Adobe Photoshop Document

Layered raster graphics project file created in Adobe Photoshop with smart objects and masks.

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.WEBPImages

Google WebP Image Format

Modern web image format developed by Google offering superior lossy and lossless compression.

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.SVGImages

Scalable Vector Graphics

XML-based vector image format supporting infinite scalability without resolution loss.

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.TIFFImages

Tagged Image File Format

High quality raster graphics format widely used in professional printing and photography.

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.CR3Images

Canon RAW Version 3 Image

Raw unprocessed camera sensor data format created by Canon EOS digital cameras.

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.JPGImages

JPG File Format

Complete reference for .JPG (JPEG) image files. Discover how to open JPGs on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS, convert JPG to PDF/PNG/WEBP, and repair corrupted headers.

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.PNGImages

PNG File Format

Learn about .PNG image files featuring alpha transparency. Discover compatible PNG viewers, online PNG to JPG/WEBP converters, and file header validation.

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.JPEGImages

JPEG File Format

Full reference guide for .JPEG files. Learn about DCT compression, EXIF metadata tags, browser compatibility, and online converters.

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.GIFImages

GIF File Format

Guide to .GIF files. Learn about LZW indexed color palettes, animated GIF sequences, loop settings, and converting GIF to MP4 video.

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.APNGImages

APNG File Format

Guide to .APNG files. Learn how Animated PNG delivers 24-bit color and 8-bit alpha channel transparency superior to traditional 8-bit GIFs.

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.AVIFImages

AVIF File Format

Deep dive into .AVIF, the ultra-compressed image standard based on AV1 video codec. Learn how AVIF outperforms JPEG and WEBP in HDR photo quality.

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.HEIFImages

HEIF File Format

Guide to .HEIF containers storing individual images or image sequences. Learn how HEIF uses HEVC compression for high dynamic range digital photos.

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.JXLImages

JXL File Format

Explore JPEG XL (.JXL), the next-generation royalty-free image codec designed for lossless JPEG transcoding and wide color gamut photography.

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.BMPImages

BMP File Format

Complete guide to uncompressed .BMP device-independent bitmaps. Learn how BMP stores raw pixel grids, bitmap headers, and color tables.

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.ICOImages

ICO File Format

Learn how .ICO files store multiple icon resolutions and color depths for desktop shortcuts and web browser favicons.

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.CURImages

CUR File Format

Guide to .CUR files used for static Windows mouse cursors, hotspot coordinates, and pixel transparency masks.

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.WBMPImages

WBMP File Format

Reference for 1-bit monochrome .WBMP graphics created for early mobile phones and WAP wireless protocols.

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.RAWImages

RAW File Format

Universal reference for .RAW digital camera files. Learn how camera sensors record uncompressed sensor data, dynamic range, and raw photo development.

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.CR2Images

CR2 File Format

Complete guide to Canon's .CR2 raw photographic format. Discover how to open CR2 photos on PC/Mac, develop RAW images in Lightroom, and convert CR2 to JPG.

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.CRWImages

CRW File Format

Legacy Canon Camera Image File Format (.CRW) reference for classic EOS digital SLR cameras.

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.NEFImages

NEF File Format

Complete reference for Nikon .NEF camera raw files. Learn how Nikon DSLR and Z-series mirrorless cameras store 12-bit and 14-bit uncompressed sensor data.

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.NRWImages

NRW File Format

Guide to Nikon Coolpix compact camera .NRW raw photo files and WIC codec integration.

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.ARWImages

ARW File Format

Guide to Sony .ARW uncompressed and compressed RAW photos. Learn how Sony Alpha mirrorless cameras store sensor data and develop photos in Lightroom.

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.SR2Images

SR2 File Format

Legacy Sony .SR2 raw photo format used in Cyber-shot and early Alpha digital cameras.

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.SRFImages

SRF File Format

Early Sony digital camera raw photo format specification.

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.DNGImages

DNG File Format

Complete specification for Adobe's open .DNG raw standard. Learn how DNG preserves camera raw metadata across future photo editing software generations.

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.ORFImages

ORF File Format

Reference for Olympus and OM System .ORF raw photography files. Learn about Micro Four Thirds raw image processing and software support.

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.RW2Images

RW2 File Format

Complete guide to Panasonic LUMIX .RW2 camera raw photos. Learn how to open and develop LUMIX raw files.

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.PEFImages

PEF File Format

Reference for Pentax DSLR .PEF raw photo files and DNG in-camera conversion.

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.PTXImages

PTX File Format

Pentax .PTX raw image format documentation and editor compatibility.

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.RAFImages

RAF File Format

Guide to Fujifilm .RAF raw files capturing X-Trans and Bayer sensor color science. Discover film simulation profiles in Lightroom and Capture One.

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.KDCImages

KDC File Format

Kodak .KDC photo file specification for Easyshare digital cameras.

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.DCRImages

DCR File Format

Kodak Professional SLR camera raw file format (.DCR).

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.MOSImages

MOS File Format

Leaf digital camera back raw photo format (.MOS) used in medium format studio photography.

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.MPOImages

MPO File Format

Guide to .MPO files containing multiple JPEG images captured for stereoscopic 3D cameras and Nintendo 3DS.

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.MRWImages

MRW File Format

Konica Minolta .MRW raw camera photo file format.

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.ERFImages

ERF File Format

Epson R-D1 digital rangefinder camera raw image file (.ERF).

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.3FRImages

3FR File Format

Hasselblad medium format camera raw photo file format (.3FR).

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.MEFImages

MEF File Format

Mamiya medium format digital camera back raw photo format (.MEF).

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.RWLImages

RWL File Format

Leica digital camera .RWL raw photo specification.

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.IIQImages

IIQ File Format

Phase One medium format back .IIQ raw format storing up to 150-megapixel uncompressed photos.

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.X3FImages

X3F File Format

Sigma camera .X3F raw format recording full RGB color layers at every pixel location via Foveon sensors.

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.SVGZImages

SVGZ File Format

GZIP-compressed .SVGZ vector graphic specification and web browser rendering.

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.AIImages

AI File Format

Master Adobe Illustrator .AI vector graphics. Learn how AI files store resolution-independent vector paths, layers, and PDF compatibility streams.

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.EPSImages

EPS File Format

Complete guide to .EPS PostScript vector files. Learn how EPS is used in desktop publishing, professional printing presses, and graphic design.

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.CDRImages

CDR File Format

Reference for CorelDRAW .CDR vector illustration files. Learn how to open CDR drawings without purchasing CorelDRAW.

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.WMFImages

WMF File Format

Guide to Microsoft .WMF 16-bit vector and raster metafile graphics used in Office clip art.

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.EMFImages

EMF File Format

32-bit Microsoft .EMF vector graphic specification used for high-resolution printing.

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.SKETCHImages

SKETCH File Format

Bohemian Coding Sketch .SKETCH UI/UX design file format details and view options.

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.FIGImages

FIG File Format

Reference for Figma .FIG cloud export design files and vector graphics.

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.PSBImages

PSB File Format

Reference for .PSB files supporting Photoshop documents larger than 2GB or 30,000x30,000 pixels.

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.XCFImages

XCF File Format

Complete guide to GIMP native .XCF layered image project format.

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.CPTImages

CPT File Format

Corel PHOTO-PAINT native bitmap graphic document format (.CPT).

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.PDNImages

PDN File Format

Paint.NET .PDN native image project file format storing compressed layers.

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.KRAImages

KRA File Format

Krita digital painting app .KRA project document file format.

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.CLIPImages

CLIP File Format

CELSYS Clip Studio Paint .CLIP manga and illustration project format.

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.SAIImages

SAI File Format

SYSTEMAX Paint Tool SAI digital illustration document format.

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.PSPImages

PSP File Format

Jasc / Corel PaintShop Pro .PSP / .PSPIMAGE graphic document.

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.TIFImages

TIF File Format

Alternate 3-letter extension for .TIFF graphics. Learn how TIF files store uncompressed raster scans and multi-page document archives.

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.TGAImages

TGA File Format

Guide to Truevision .TGA graphics widely used in 3D video game texture pipelines and animation compositing.

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.EXRImages

EXR File Format

Industrial Light & Magic .EXR open high dynamic range format supporting 16-bit and 32-bit floating point color channels in VFX.

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.HDRImages

HDR File Format

Radiance .HDR format storing floating point luminance values for 3D environment lighting maps.

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.DDSImages

DDS File Format

Microsoft .DDS surface file format storing DXT1/DXT5 block compressed GPU textures for Real-Time 3D engines.

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.VTFImages

VTF File Format

Valve Source Engine .VTF texture file specification for Counter-Strike, Half-Life 2, and Portal.

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.SGIImages

SGI File Format

Silicon Graphics workstations native .SGI / .RGB raster graphic format.

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.PBMImages

PBM File Format

Netpbm .PBM 1-bit monochrome image format specification.

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.PGMImages

PGM File Format

Netpbm .PGM grayscale raster image format specification.

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.PPMImages

PPM File Format

Netpbm .PPM 24-bit RGB color graphic format specification.

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.PNMImages

PNM File Format

Netpbm .PNM umbrella format for PBM, PGM, and PPM raster images.

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.PAMImages

PAM File Format

Netpbm .PAM 2D raster image format supporting arbitrary channels and alpha transparency.

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.XBMImages

XBM File Format

X Window System .XBM monochrome graphic format formatted as plain C source code arrays.

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.XPMImages

XPM File Format

X Window System .XPM color raster graphic formatted as C array string constants.

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.PCXImages

PCX File Format

Complete guide to historic .PCX graphics widely used on MS-DOS PC games and ZSoft Paintbrush.

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.PICTImages

PICT File Format

Classic Apple Macintosh .PICT / .PCT metafile graphic format created for Mac OS 1 through QuickDraw.

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.IFFImages

IFF File Format

Electronic Arts / Commodore Amiga .IFF ILBM graphic and sound file format specification.

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.LBMImages

LBM File Format

Deluxe Paint .LBM bitmap image specification created for Commodore Amiga and MS-DOS.

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.MACImages

MAC File Format

Original Apple MacPaint .MAC 1-bit monochrome graphic format created by Susan Kare and Bill Atkinson.

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.CIFFImages

CIFF File Format

CIFF is Canon's Camera Image File Format, a legacy raw-camera image and metadata format associated with early Canon digital cameras and CRW workflows. Learn how to identify and open CIFF-based files safely.

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Top Software for Images & Raster Graphics

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The industry-standard raster graphics editor for photo editing, digital art, and graphic design.

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