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RAW to TIFF Converter

Convert RAW images to TIFF online in seconds - free, with no sign-up and no watermark. Batch convert up to 30 files and download them together as a ZIP.

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Image Converter

How to use it

  1. 1

    Drop your RAW files onto the converter

  2. 2

    Press Convert to turn them into TIFF

  3. 3

    Download your TIFF images one by one or as a ZIP

RAW to TIFF

Why convert RAW to TIFF?

The main difference: RAW is an unprocessed sensor data format, while TIFF is a lossless format. TIFF can have a transparent background, RAW can't.

Develop RAW into a ready-to-use photo

A RAW file holds the raw readings from the camera sensor, not a finished picture. Converting it to TIFF applies the camera's colors and gives you a normal photo you can share, print or post right away.

Supports transparent backgrounds

TIFF can hold a transparent background. Convert your image first, then cut out the background or place it on top of other designs.

Crisp edges for editing and print

TIFF keeps sharp lines and text intact, which makes it the better choice for graphics, screenshots and anything you plan to print.

RAW vs TIFF: what's the difference?

PropertyRAWTIFF
Compression typeUnprocessed sensor dataLossless (exact pixels, larger files)
Transparent backgroundNoYes
AnimationNoNo
Where it opensNone (needs a RAW editor)Safari only
Used forStraight-from-camera photos for editingPrinting, scanning, archiving and professional photo work

What is an RAW (camera RAW) file?

RAW is the camera RAW format of Panasonic and Leica - several older Panasonic and Leica compact cameras. Instead of a finished photo, a RAW file stores the unprocessed data straight from the camera's sensor.

That gives photographers maximum room to adjust exposure, white balance and color afterwards, but RAW files are large (often 20-60 MB) and need special software to view. Converting to JPG produces a normal photo you can share right away.

How to open an RAW (camera RAW) file

SILKYPIX opens RAW files, and Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop (Camera Raw), Capture One, darktable and RawTherapee support them too. Mac Photos and Preview open most RAW formats; on Windows, the free Raw Image Extension adds support to the Photos app. Without any of these, convert RAW to JPG online.

Extension
.raw
Made by
Panasonic and Leica cameras
Contains
Unprocessed sensor data
Best for
Editing straight-from-camera photos

What is a TIFF file?

TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a high-quality format used in professional photography, printing, scanning and publishing. It's usually saved without lossy compression, so it keeps every detail - and produces large files.

TIFF can store layers, 16-bit color, multiple pages and transparency, which makes it a favorite of print shops and archives. For sharing online, it's far too heavy.

How to open a TIFF file

Windows Photos and Mac Preview open most TIFF files. Photoshop, Lightroom, GIMP and Affinity Photo handle advanced ones with layers or 16-bit color. Browsers generally can't display TIFF, so convert to JPG or PNG to share.

Extensions
.tif, .tiff
Compression
None or lossless (usually)
Transparency
Yes
Best for
Printing, scanning, archiving

RAW to TIFF

RAW to TIFF FAQ

Drag your RAW files onto the converter at the top of this page and press Convert. Download each TIFF on its own or grab them all in one ZIP - no software, no account.