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PS at a glance
PS
Convert PS files with ConverterHQ using workflows tuned for document compatibility, predictable output, and practical downstream use.
Category
Document
Extensions
.ps
MIME types
application/postscript
Created
1984
Inventor
Adobe
Status
active
ARW at a glance
ARW
Convert ARW files with ConverterHQ using workflows tuned for image compatibility, predictable output, and practical downstream use.
Category
Image
Extensions
.arw
MIME types
image/arw
Created
2006
Inventor
Sony
Status
proprietary
Format comparison
| Feature | PS | ARW |
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| File type | Document | Image |
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| Created year | 1984 | 2006 |
| Inventor | Adobe | Sony |
| Status | active | proprietary |
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| Vector scaling | Supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use PS
- Your source file is already in PS.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to ARW.
- PS is commonly used in document workflows.
When to use ARW
- Your target workflow expects ARW.
- Improve delivery compatibility with ARW.
- ARW is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert PS to ARW?
Convert to ARW when preserving Sony camera originals or returning processed material to a Sony raw workflow.
It is useful for archival retention, high-latitude editing, and non-destructive photographic post-processing.
What changes when converting PS to ARW?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to ARW removes vector scaling.
What should I review after converting PS to ARW?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.