.RAW File Format
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RAW File Description | RAW is one of the RAW Image file format generated by digital cameras such as some Panasonic and Leica cameras. .raw files contain 24-bit RGB, uncompressed, and raw graphics data. Raw image files, so called because they not yet processed, contain a wide range of data from the image sensor of mainly a digital camera. However, RAW files may also be generated by image software, although it is not as common as the camera. Lossless or nearly lossless compressions are usually used in Raw image formats. Although there is a standard raw image format, (ISO 12234-2, TIFF/EP), the raw formats used by camera manufacturers are probably different. RAW files that are transferred to the PC contains the image exactly as it was captured by the camera, without loss of quality and without compression. You can adjusted for exposure and white balance by using image software like Adobe Photoshop. |
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How to Open .RAW Files |
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RAW Topics | File Extensions RAW Frequently Asked Questions None. |
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When you double click RAW files on computer, the associated program will be launched to open the selected RAW file. But you can change it to any program at your pleasure. a) Select a program to open RAW files on WindowsRight-click on the RAW file and go through 'Open with' > 'Choose default program'. In the pop-up windows, choose a program as the RAW file opener. If you decide to always open RAW files with the program, only check the option 'Always use the selected program to open this kind of file'. b) Select another application to open RAW files on MacFirst Get Info about any one of RAW files by right-clicking or Command-I, and click 'Open with' arrow to choose a program to start your RAW file. Click 'Change All' button to set the selected application as the default RAW file opener app. |
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