Convert anything, at global scale.
200+ formats and automation APIs that feels instant.
CONVERT
From
To
Drop files or choose a source
Upload multiple files at once, mix formats, and fine-tune every conversion with format-aware settings.
Max 2GB per file · Drag & drop ready · Mixed file types welcome
HDR at a glance
HDR
HDR raster formats became important in rendering and lighting workflows before consumer-facing HDR delivery stories matured in mainstream media formats.
BMP at a glance
BMP
Bitmap and device-independent bitmap structures became part of the Windows graphics story early in the platform's life, which is why BMP still appears in older desktop workflows and low-friction image interchange tasks.
Format comparison
| Feature | HDR | BMP |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Image | Image |
| Extensions |
|
|
| MIME type |
|
|
| Created year | 1989 | 1990 |
| Inventor | Greg Ward | Microsoft |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Not supported |
| Primary use cases |
|
|
| Layer support | Not supported | Not supported |
| Vector scaling | Not supported | Not supported |
| Camera raw data | Not supported | Not supported |
| HDR support | Supported | Not supported |
| Streaming ready | Not supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use HDR
- Your source file is already in HDR.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to BMP.
- HDR is commonly used in image workflows.
When to use BMP
- Your target workflow expects BMP.
- Improve delivery compatibility with BMP.
- BMP is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert HDR to BMP?
Convert to BMP when a Windows-oriented tool, legacy application, or device explicitly expects simple bitmap input.
It is useful for compatibility, debugging image pipelines, and straightforward raster exchange where file size is not the priority.
What changes when converting HDR to BMP?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to BMP removes HDR content.
What should I review after converting HDR to BMP?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.