{"id":1558,"date":"2021-04-20T14:02:48","date_gmt":"2021-04-20T14:02:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/?p=1558"},"modified":"2021-04-20T14:02:50","modified_gmt":"2021-04-20T14:02:50","slug":"convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/","title":{"rendered":"Convert CR2 to JPG: PROS and CONS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every once in a while, we face ourselves with a big question, and it\u2019s not the how-to but \u201cwhy do we convert CR2 to JPG\u201d question. Luckily, we are here to give you all the answers to this and many other questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But first, let\u2019s go through some basics about the CR2 file format. We already talked about this file format once or twice in our articles about\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/best-image-file-formats\/\" target=\"_blank\">the best image file formats<\/a>\u00a0and one about\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/file-format-for-black-and-white-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\">black and white photography<\/a>. However, there are still some things left to say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-right counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">On this page:<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/#CR2_file_format_basics\" >CR2 file format basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/#Why_do_we_convert_CR2_to_JPG\" >Why do we convert CR2 to JPG?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/#Why_is_sometimes_better_not_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG\" >Why is sometimes better not to convert CR2 to JPG?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/#How_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG\" >How to convert CR2 to JPG?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/#How_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG_using_Adobe_Photoshop\" >How to convert CR2 to JPG using Adobe Photoshop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-pros-and-cons\/#How_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG_online\" >How to convert CR2 to JPG online?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CR2_file_format_basics\"><\/span>CR2 file format basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Canon Raw Version 2 or CR2 file format is an image file created by a Canon digital camera, a well-known and favorite tool for photographers. This type of image file is based on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.io\/open\/standards\/TIFF.html\" class=\"rank-math-link\" rel=\"noopener\">TIFF file format<\/a>. Meaning CR2 files are usually high-quality, uncompressed, and large image files. CR2 has such a high quality that it\u2019s often used for 3D modeling in programs like Poser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, CR2 files aren\u2019t so popular as JPG files, and sometimes you need a hand with them. You can open this type of file format unbrotherly with programs such as IrfanView and UFRaw, but in other cases, you might have to convert CR2 to JPG. Of course, even the conversion process has its pros and cons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_we_convert_CR2_to_JPG\"><\/span>Why do we convert CR2 to JPG?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main reason why you should convert CR2 to JPG is because of CR2\u2019s lack of compatibility. It is by far a lot easier to convert CR2 to JPG than to download third-party software. But in the end, it\u2019s up to you what will happen with the CR2 files you own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"548\" src=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/cr2.png\" alt=\"convert cr2 to jpg - cr2 file format\" class=\"wp-image-1562\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another reason why this type of file format is converted is its size. CR2 files are raw images of high quality. Meaning they take a lot more storage space than other popular file formats such as JPG. So, if you want to send or post CR2 files, just convert CR2 to JPG, and your life will be a lot easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there is one major reason why not convert CR2 to JPG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_sometimes_better_not_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG\"><\/span>Why is sometimes better not to convert CR2 to JPG?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, lack of compatibility and file size is a major thing when it comes to converting files. They are the main reasons why every file format is converter to another. But sometimes, it\u2019s better to leave things just the way they are. We are talking about the CR2 file format, of course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to edit your photos, you should probably leave them in the original raw format while editing. After you are finished with all alterations, then, export images in JPG file format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why? The answer is quite simple. Raw image files are high-quality, and if you make any changes to them, you won&#8217;t affect the quality. Plus, you can always undo the whole editing procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to edit your photos and transform them into art, do it in raw file format, which is CR2 in this case. And then convert CR2 to JPG in the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG\"><\/span>How to convert CR2 to JPG?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is more than one way to convert CR2 to JPG. You can do it online and offline way. If you are a bigger fan of the offline process, you should consider using some of the most popular editing programs like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, iPhoto, or Aperture. If it by far, one of the top image editing tools with awesome features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As far as the online way for file conversion goes, different online tools can help you with the conversion part of the story. However, finding a trustworthy converter can be tricky. Luckily, we\u2019ve got your back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG_using_Adobe_Photoshop\"><\/span>How to convert CR2 to JPG using Adobe Photoshop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Converting CR2 to JPG with Adobe Photoshop is quite an easy task. All you have to do to convert CR2 to JPg is to follow the simple procedure given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 1<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Open your CR2 with Adobe Photoshop. At the top left, find the&nbsp;<em>File&nbsp;<\/em>option and the&nbsp;<em>Open&nbsp;<\/em>option right after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2133\" height=\"1455\" src=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-1.png\" alt=\"convert cr2 to jpg step 1\" class=\"wp-image-1563\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 2<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, find the location of your CR2 file and press the\u00a0<em>Open\u00a0<\/em>and <em>Open picture <\/em>button next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 3<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top left, find the&nbsp;<em>File&nbsp;<\/em>option once again and the&nbsp;<em>Export&nbsp;<\/em>option right after. Then, click on the&nbsp;<em>Export As&nbsp;<\/em>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2217\" height=\"1471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-2.png\" alt=\"convert cr2 to jpg step 3\" class=\"wp-image-1564\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 4<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the&nbsp;<em>Export As<\/em>&nbsp;window, choose the JPG as the final format of your images, and press the&nbsp;<em>Export All&nbsp;<\/em>button<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2129\" height=\"1470\" src=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-3.png\" alt=\"convert cr2 to jpg step 4\" class=\"wp-image-1565\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And there you have it. You just converted CR2 to JPG using Adobe Photoshop. How easy was that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_convert_CR2_to_JPG_online\"><\/span>How to convert CR2 to JPG online?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to convert CR2 to JPG is using a free online tool such as&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/image-converter\/cr2\/cr2-to-jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CR2 to JPG online converter<\/a>. It is the safest and easiest way to convert CR2 to JPG in less than 10 seconds. Just follow a simple 3-step procedure, and that\u2019s it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 1<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Open Converter365 in your favorite browser and upload files to the upload box. Use the&nbsp;<em>Add files<\/em>&nbsp;button or a good old \u2018drag and drop\u2019 method. You can also add a link to your files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2555\" height=\"1366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-converter365-step-1.png\" alt=\"convert cr2 to jpg sonverter365 step 1\" class=\"wp-image-1560\"\/><figcaption>How to convert CR2 to JPG using Converter365 &#8211; Step 1<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 2<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, it\u2019s conversion time. Choose the JPG file format, and press the\u00a0<em>Start conversion\u00a0<\/em>button and wait for a few moments for the conversion to be finished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.converter365.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/convert-cr2-to-jpg-converter365-step-2.png\" alt=\"convert CR2 to JPG using Converter365 - Step 2\" class=\"wp-image-1561\"\/><figcaption>How to convert CR2 to JPG using Converter365 &#8211; Step 2<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEP 3<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When the conversion process is over, download your JPG files. You can download one file at a time, or you can download all of them in a ZIP file. You can even copy and share a link to your files if that suits you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that is it! You are all done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Converting files is not an easy task. Luckily, we are here to make things better. Now, you know two different ways to convert CR2 to JPG, and it\u2019s up to you to pick your favorite one.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every once in a while, we face ourselves with a big question, and it\u2019s not the how-to but \u201cwhy do we convert CR2 to JPG\u201d question. Luckily, we are here to give you all the answers to this and many other questions. But first, let\u2019s go through some basics about the CR2 file format. 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