Convert DNG to RAW
Convert DNG images to RAW for free. Convert with no quality loss. No signup, instant download.
About DNG to RAW conversion
DNG is released by Adobe in 2004 as an open, royalty-free raw image specification and is the widely supported open standard for camera raw archiving and smartphone raw photos for open raw archiving, mobile smartphone RAW capture. RAW was created by Camera Manufacturers in 2004 and is best for professional photography, maximum exposure latitude. Converting DNG to RAW gives you a file that works in the tools and platforms where RAW is required. DNG files can be a problem when their support is limited — converting to RAW solves compatibility issues.
DNG vs RAW: at a glance
| Property | DNG | RAW |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | both | none |
| Transparency | No | No |
| Animation | No | No |
| Color depth | up to 16-bit per channel | 12-bit to 14-bit per channel |
| Created by | Adobe Systems | Camera Manufacturers |
| Introduced | 2004 | 2004 |
| Best for | open raw archiving, mobile smartphone RAW capture, cross-platform raw workflows | professional photography, maximum exposure latitude, studio post-production |
DNG uses lossy compression; RAW uses lossless. Converting won't restore lost detail, but it prevents further quality degradation during editing and archiving.
Common use cases
- Opening DNG files in tools that don't support them natively
- Sharing DNG files with users who only have RAW support
- Standardizing DNG assets into RAW for a consistent workflow
How it works
- Upload your DNG file using the tool above.
- Our server converts it to RAW.
- Download the result instantly. No signup required.