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What are CR2 files?

CR2 is a raw image file created by Canon digital cameras, which are manipulated and edited with Photoshop and Lightroom. It is a high quality, uncompressed format used by professional photographers.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of the CR2 format?

The CR2 format is a multimedia standard in the current world of digital content. And it shows the following advantages and disadvantages:

Advantages:

  • It is a standard photography format that ensures long-term use.
  • It promises high quality images and videos.
  • As a raw file it can contain more information.
  • Raw images allow free manipulation of white balance, tone, brightness and other photographic parameters.
  • It has 14 bits of intensity information so its color tones are high.

Disadvantages:

  • Its size is large, making it difficult to edit and store.
  • Windows and other systems do not support CR2 files by default.
  • Each brand of photography uses its own format.
  • It needs to be post-processed to reduce the file size.
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Frequently Answered Questions

How do I open a raw CR2 file?

Not just any application can open CR2 files because it is rarely used. Users can choose to use Microsoft Camera Codec Pack or install Canon RAW Codec software. Although CR2 files can also be opened with free programs such as IrFanView and CanvasX. However, Adobe Photoshop is the most popular for opening and editing these files.

Is CR2 better than CR3?

CR2 being a format based on TIFF specifications does not allow for any loss in image quality. CR3 uses older specifications such as CIFF, which allows the file to be smaller, but with lower image resolution. If you want to preserve the quality of your images, CR2 may be the best choice.

Is CR2 the same as raw?

Although CR2 and Raw images are similar, they are not the same. The CR2 format is unique to Canon cameras, while RAW images can come from any extension or source.

How to reduce the size of CR2 files?

The size of CR2 files can only be reduced by removing pixels in your editing or by performing a lossy compression.