CR2 file converter How to convert CR2 file?

What is CR2 file?


CR2 file extension is a Canon Raw Image File. CR2 file extension is a Canon Raw Image File. A CR2 file is a type of raw image format with the extension .CR2. It was introduced by Canon in 1999, and it is used to save images from its DSLR cameras, such as the Canon 5D Mark III, 5D Mark IV, 6D, Rebel T7i etc. The CR2 format has been updated from time to time in order to accommodate new features in recent digital cameras from Canon. The CR2 format has been updated from time to time in order to accommodate new features in recent digital cameras from Canon.

CR2 Format details


Full Name Canon Raw Image Format
Developer Canon
Category Data Files

Software, that convert CR2 files


The easiest way to convert a CR2 file is to save it in a different file format using dedicated software. Below you will find a list of software programs that can handle CR2 files. Open your CR2 file with one of them and save in another file format.


CR2 Converters

  • XnView iconXnView
  • Adobe DNG Converter iconAdobe DNG Converter
  • ACDSee Photo Manager iconACDSee Photo Manager
  • darktable icondarktable
  • Adobe Photoshop Camera Raw iconAdobe Photoshop Camera Raw
  • XnConvert iconXnConvert
  • 6 CR2 converters

CR2 conversions