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.ARW · Sony Camera RAW Image Format

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About the .arw format

ARW is a RAW image format used by Sony digital cameras, preserving the complete image data captured by the sensor. Use OpenFiles to open and view ARW files for free on macOS, Windows, and Linux.

File Details

Extensions
.arw
MIME Types
image/x-arw, image/x-sony-arw
Categories
Image

How to Open .arw Files

  1. 1

    Download and install OpenFiles from the official website.

  2. 2

    Launch OpenFiles and open your .arw file via File > Open or drag and drop.

  3. 3

    Your file will open in the appropriate viewer for viewing and editing.

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FAQ

Use OpenFiles to open and view .arw files for free, without installing Sony official software.

.arw is a RAW format file captured by Sony Alpha series cameras, containing uncompressed original image data.

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