RAW to PNG Converter
Develop RAW photos into PNG images — a good choice when you want to keep the developed picture exactly as it is for further editing, without another round of JPG compression.
JPG photos are placed in the PDF exactly as they are (no quality loss), so metadata such as the location stays inside the PDF. To remove it first, use Remove EXIF Data.
Tip: RAW photos are “developed” on your device, which takes a few seconds per photo. A message at the top of the page shows the progress.
How to convert RAW to PNG
- Drop one or more RAW files into the box above — or click to choose them.
- Each file is converted to PNG straight away, right on your device.
- Download a single file, or all of them at once as a ZIP.
Why convert RAW to PNG?
- PNG is lossless, so editing and saving again does not degrade the developed photo.
- Works with design tools, print shops and editors that do not read RAW.
- Developed on your device — the RAW file never leaves it.
RAW vs PNG at a glance
| Property | RAW | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Sensor data before it becomes a picture — uncompressed or lightly compressed | Lossless — every pixel is kept exactly |
| Transparency | No | Yes (full alpha channel) |
| File size | Large — often tens of megabytes per photo | Much larger than JPG for photos, small for simple graphics |
| Compatibility | Needs camera software or a RAW-capable editor; browsers, phones and websites do not show it | Opens everywhere |
| Best for | Editing and archiving photos with the most detail | Screenshots, logos, graphics with text or transparency |
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Frequently asked questions
Is a PNG the same as the RAW file?
No. A RAW file keeps the sensor data so you can still change white balance and exposure freely. The PNG is the developed picture (8-bit sRGB): lossless as a picture, but the RAW flexibility is gone. Keep your RAW originals.
Why are the PNG files so big?
PNG stores every pixel exactly. A 24-megapixel photo can be 40–60 MB as PNG. If you only need to share the photo, RAW to JPG gives a much smaller file.
Which cameras and formats work?
The same as for JPG — the decoder is identical; see RAW to JPG for the list of formats. Real-file tests covered Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Fujifilm and Ricoh cameras.
Will the PNG look like my camera’s JPG?
Close, but not identical. Imgovo uses the white balance the camera recorded, sRGB colors and automatic brightness, but not the camera’s own picture style or film simulation. Adjust the PNG afterwards with the photo filters tool.
How long does it take?
Developing a 12–25 megapixel RAW file took about 2 to 5 seconds on our test computer (Fujifilm X-Trans files take about twice as long); writing a large PNG adds a little. Phones are slower.
What if my file cannot be developed?
If the full RAW data cannot be read, Imgovo uses the JPEG preview stored inside the file and tells you so; the PNG is then made from that preview. If there is no usable preview, you get a clear error message.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser on your own device. Your images are never sent to Imgovo or anyone else.
Can I convert several images at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many images as you like. They are converted one after another, and you can download each file or all of them together as a ZIP.
Can I undo a change?
Yes. Undo and Redo appear above the list once you add files (or press Ctrl+Z / Ctrl+Shift+Z). They bring back a file you removed, undo “Clear all” and return to the previous quality or format — files are converted again automatically when needed.
Is the converter free?
Yes — free, with no signup, no watermark and no daily limit.