Convert RAW to JPG Online
Turn your camera RAW file into JPG in a couple of clicks — processed fully on your own device, with the option to switch to a different output format if you change your mind.
Your files stay on your device — 100% client-side processing
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Drag RAW files here
or click to browse · multiple files supported
Accepts .cr2, .cr3, .nef, .arw, .dng, .raf, .rw2 · converts to JPG, PNG, WEBP, AVIF, ICO, PDF or TIFF
What is a RAW?
A camera RAW file (.cr2, .cr3, .nef, .arw, .dng, .raf, or .rw2 depending on the camera brand) stores largely unprocessed data straight from the camera's image sensor. It preserves far more detail and editing headroom than a JPG, but almost nothing outside a dedicated photo editor can open it directly.
Why convert RAW to JPG?
The main reason is maximum compatibility and small file sizes. JPG is the most universally compatible image format there is — every device, app, printer, and website accepts it. It uses lossy compression, which keeps files small at the cost of some fine detail.
How to convert RAW to JPG
Drag your RAW file(s) into the box below, or click it to browse. JPG is already selected as the output format, so all you need to do is press Convert and then Download once it finishes — usually within a second or two per file.
RAW vs JPG
A camera RAW file (. JPG is the most universally compatible image format there is — every device, app, printer, and website accepts it. It uses lossy compression, which keeps files small at the cost of some fine detail.
Is the conversion done in my browser?
Yes. Reading the RAW and encoding the JPG output both happen locally on your device — nothing is uploaded to a server at any point.
Prefer a different output? The same engine on this page can also export to PNG, WEBP, AVIF, ICO, PDF, TIFF — just pick a different format from the dropdown next to your file once it's added, or use the full RAW converter.
Why RAW files need a converter at all
A RAW file isn't a picture yet — it's close to the unprocessed data straight off your camera's sensor, in a container format specific to whoever made the camera. No browser, and almost no general-purpose photo viewer, can display that directly. It has to be demosaiced (reconstructing full color at every pixel from the sensor's mosaic) and color-processed first, which is exactly what a RAW converter does.
| Capability | Support |
|---|---|
| Decoding your RAW file (this tool) | Common formats supported — done with a WebAssembly build of LibRaw, entirely in your browser |
| Viewing a raw .cr2/.nef/.arw file directly (no converter) | Not supported by any mainstream browser — needs dedicated software |
| Encoding to JPG / PNG / WEBP (this tool) | All modern browsers |
| Encoding to AVIF (this tool) | Depends on browser — detected automatically, with a clear error if unavailable |
Good to know before you convert
LibRaw demosaics and color-processes the sensor data with standard settings — auto white balance and brightness. It doesn't know about any edits you made in Lightroom, Capture One, or your camera's own software.
Every output format offered here is 8-bit. The extra shadow and highlight recovery headroom your camera captured is flattened during conversion.
Camera makers periodically introduce new compressed RAW variants. If this build of LibRaw doesn't recognize one, you'll get a clear error rather than a broken image.
Demosaicing a 40-60+ megapixel sensor file is genuinely CPU-intensive. Expect a few seconds per photo rather than the near-instant conversion of an already-processed image.
That's a real limitation of the browser-side TIFF encoder we use, not a hidden setting — expect a notably larger file than a typical camera JPEG.
Your photos never leave your device
Decoding the RAW file and re-encoding it into JPG, PNG, WEBP, AVIF, ICO, PDF, or TIFF all happen locally in your browser. There's no upload step, no server processing, and nothing is retained after you close the tab.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert RAW to JPG?
Drop your camera RAW file file(s) onto the page (or click to browse), make sure JPG is selected as the target format, then press Convert. The download starts as soon as it's ready.
Is converting RAW to JPG free?
Yes, completely free, with no watermark, no sign-up, and no limit on how many files you convert.
Do I need Lightroom or a RAW editor to convert my camera files?
No. This tool decodes RAW files using a WebAssembly build of LibRaw, an open-source RAW-processing library, entirely in your browser. You don't need Lightroom, Capture One, or any camera-brand software installed.
Are my RAW files uploaded anywhere?
No. The entire conversion — reading the RAW and re-encoding it as JPG — happens locally in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.
Can I convert multiple RAW files to JPG at once?
Yes. Drop in as many files as you like; each one converts independently, and you can download them all at once as a ZIP.
Can I use this RAW to JPG converter on mobile?
Yes. It's a normal web page with no app to install — it works in any modern mobile browser, though very large files may convert more slowly on a phone.
More RAW conversions
Same engine, different default output — pick whichever you need.