A .CR3 file is a Canon RAW Version 3 Image associated with Images. Raw unprocessed camera sensor data format created by Canon EOS digital cameras.

How do I open a .CR3 file on Windows or Mac?

You can open .CR3 files using Canon Digital Photo Professional, Adobe Camera Raw / Lightroom, Darktable RAW Developer. If you do not have native software installed, you can use OpenAnyFile's free File Identifier or convert .CR3 to a standard format in your browser.

Is a .CR3 file safe to open?

This format carries a safety rating of Low Risk. Raw camera photo container. Zero security threat.

Can I convert a .CR3 file to other formats?

Yes! .CR3 can be converted to formats such as .JPG, .DNG directly in your web browser.

What should I do if a .CR3 file is corrupted or won't open?

If your .CR3 file displays an invalid header or signature error, check its magic bytes hex header (00 00 00 18 66 74 79 70 63 72 78 33 (ftypcrx3)) using OpenAnyFile's Magic Byte Detector or follow our step-by-step file repair guide.

Images • MIME: image/x-canon-cr3

.CR3 – Canon RAW Version 3 Image

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

Primary Category Images

MIME Type image/x-canon-cr3

Magic Bytes Signature 00 00 00 18 66 74 79 70 63 72 78 33 (ftypcrx3)

Security Risk Rating Low Risk

Recommended Software to Open .CR3

Canon Digital Photo Professional

windows, mac • Free

Adobe Camera Raw / Lightroom

windows, mac • Commercial

Darktable RAW Developer

windows, mac, linux • Free