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ARW at a glance
ARW
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AVIF at a glance
AVIF
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Format comparison
| Feature | ARW | AVIF |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Image | Image |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Supported |
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| Layer support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Vector scaling | Not supported | Not supported |
| Camera raw data | Supported | Not supported |
| HDR support | Not supported | Supported |
| Streaming ready | Not supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use ARW
- Your source file is already in ARW.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to AVIF.
- ARW is commonly used in image workflows.
When to use AVIF
- Your target workflow expects AVIF.
- Improve delivery compatibility with AVIF.
- AVIF is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert ARW to AVIF?
This conversion is usually chosen when AVIF fits downstream image delivery better.
What changes when converting ARW to AVIF?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to AVIF adds animation support. Moving to AVIF removes camera raw data. Moving to AVIF adds HDR content.
What should I review after converting ARW to AVIF?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.