CR2 to AVIF — Online Image Converter
Convert CR2 to AVIF online. Private, client-side — no uploadrequired. Fast batch converter.
About CR2 to AVIF
Convert CR2 to AVIF. CR2 is Canon's raw sensor format holding unprocessed Bayer data plus metadata. AVIF encodes stills and sequences with the AV1 codec for compact files. Older viewers may not open it; keep a JPEG or PNG copy for sharing..
Why convert CR2 to AVIF?
- Flexible size with AVIF lossy or lossless compression - lossy for smaller files, lossless for exact quality.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
CR2 vs AVIF
| Animation | No | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | Yes |
| Compression | raw sensor | lossy or lossless |
| Typical use | CR2 is Canon's raw sensor format holding unprocessed Bayer data plus metadata. | AVIF encodes stills and sequences with the AV1 codec for compact files. |
When not to convert CR2 to AVIF
- Skip AVIF for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the CR2 original.
- No motion to preserve: CR2 is a still, so pick AVIF for size or compatibility rather than animation.
Limits
Starting point: CR2 - CR2 is Canon's raw sensor format holding unprocessed Bayer data plus metadata. Needs demosaicing first; white balance stays adjustable until export. Older viewers may not open it; keep a JPEG or PNG copy for sharing. Set the quality slider near 80-90 for AVIF photos from CR2, and keep dimensions matched to the source.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with the WASM image engine. Files never leave your device.