About the RAF file format
RAF is a camera RAW format used to retain image data for photographic development and conversion.
The guide and converter lists are generated from the live HEIC.now catalog, so every conversion shown here is an available workflow.
Why RAF files are used
RAF File Format files belong to the camera raw family and use the .raf extension.
The most practical format depends on the software, quality, compatibility and file-size requirements of the destination workflow.
What to know about RAF
File structure
RAF has format-specific rules for storing image, document or media data.
Quality
Conversion can change compression, colour, metadata, resolution or editability.
Compatibility
Support for RAF varies between browsers, operating systems and editing applications.
Original files
Keep the original RAF when future editing or maximum retained information matters.
How RAF conversion works
Converting RAF decodes or renders the source and then encodes the result in the selected destination format.
Review the converted file before replacing the source because format-specific features may not transfer.
heic.now accepts RAF as an input and converts it to supported outputs.
RAF compatibility and software support
Check that the receiving browser, app or service supports RAF before choosing it for delivery.
A JPG or PNG copy is often useful when broad image compatibility is the priority.
RAF and related formats
When should you use RAF?
- Sharing: Create a file the recipient can open without specialist software.
- Publishing: Prepare content for a website, app or content-management system.
- Editing: Move content into a format supported by the next editing application.
- Archiving: Keep the original and create practical access copies for everyday use.
Convert from RAF
Use RAF as the source.
RAF file format FAQ
What is a RAF file?
RAF is a camera RAW format used to retain image data for photographic development and conversion.
Can HEIC.now convert RAF files?
heic.now accepts RAF as an input and converts it to supported outputs.
What changes when RAF is converted?
Converting RAF decodes or renders the source and then encodes the result in the selected destination format.
Should I keep the original RAF file?
Review the converted file before replacing the source because format-specific features may not transfer.