Images file extensions
Raster and vector image formats used for photos, graphics, and design.
Total extensions in this category: 136
Extensions in Images
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- .jpg
JPEG Image
JPEG is a widely used image format known for its lossy compression, making it ideal for digital photography and web graphics.
- .png
Portable Network Graphics
PNG is a widely-used lossless image format known for its support of transparency and high-quality text rendering.
- .gif
Graphics Interchange Format
GIF is a widely used image format known for its ability to support animations and limited color palettes.
- .svg
SVG vector image
SVG files are XML-based vector graphics that maintain quality at any size, commonly used for web graphics.
- .heic
High Efficiency Image Container
HEIC files offer high-quality images with reduced file sizes, commonly used by modern smartphones like iPhones.
- .arw
Sony Alpha Raw Image
ARW files are raw image files created by Sony digital cameras. They contain unprocessed data directly from the camera's sensor.
- .dng
Digital Negative
DNG is a raw image format created by Adobe to serve as a universal standard for raw files generated by digital cameras.
- .azv
AZV image
.AZV is an AirZip Accelerator image format associated with the official MIME type image/vnd.airzip.accelerator.azv. It was designed for compressed web image delivery and usually requires legacy AirZip-compatible software or conversion back to a common format such as JPEG, PNG, or GIF.
- .b16
B16 image
A .B16 file is usually a PCO/Excelitas 16-bit raw camera image. It is commonly opened or converted with PCO software such as pco.camware or pco.fileconversion, and it is also listed as supported by XnView.
- .bmp
BMP image
.BMP files are raster image files that can be opened with various image viewing and editing software across different platforms.
- .btf
BTF image
.BTF most commonly refers to a BTIF-related check image file format that can contain embedded images plus ASCII text. It is associated with the registered media type image/prs.btif.
- .cdt
CDT image
.CDT is most commonly a CorelDRAW Template file used to start new CorelDRAW designs with predefined page setup, styles, and objects. It typically opens in CorelDRAW and is associated with the MIME type image/x-coreldrawtemplate on some systems.
- .cpt
CPT image
.CPT is the Corel PHOTO-PAINT bitmap image format. It is best opened in Corel PHOTO-PAINT, and CorelDRAW can also import/export it.
- .cr2
CR2 image
.CR2 files are Canon Raw Image Files used by Canon digital cameras to store uncompressed image data. They can be opened with various photo editing software across different platforms.
- .crw
CRW image
.CRW files are Canon RAW image files used by some Canon digital cameras, often requiring specific software to open and edit.
- .djv
DJV image
.DJV is a DjVu image/document file commonly used for scanned pages and document images with strong compression. You can open it with DjVu-capable viewers such as Okular or DjVuLibre tools, and it is typically served as image/vnd.djvu.
- .dpx
DPX image
.DPX files are widely used in professional film and video production for storing high-quality image sequences.
- .emf
EMF image
.EMF is an Enhanced Metafile vector image format commonly used in Windows workflows for high-quality, scalable graphics and print output.
- .erf
ERF image
.ERF files are raw image files used by Epson digital cameras, primarily opened with specialized photo editing software.
- .exr
EXR image
.EXR is an OpenEXR high-dynamic-range (HDR) image format widely used in film/VFX pipelines and supports features like multiple channels/layers and (optionally) deep image data.
- .fbs
FBS image
.FBS is most commonly a FastBid Sheet (plan sheet) image format associated with the registered MIME type image/vnd.fastbidsheet. It’s typically opened with FastBid-related software on desktop systems; mobile support is uncommon.
- .fit
FIT image
.FIT is most commonly a FITS (Flexible Image Transport System) file used in astronomy to store images and related scientific data. Open it with FITS-capable tools rather than renaming the extension.
- .fpx
FPX image
.FPX is a FlashPix bitmap image format designed for multi-resolution, tiled images. It may not open in many modern default photo viewers, so you often need a dedicated viewer or a conversion workflow on a desktop.
- .raw
Raw Image Data
RAW files contain unprocessed data from digital cameras or scanners, offering high-quality image data for editing.
- .fst
FST image
.FST is an image-related file extension most commonly associated with the vendor MIME type image/vnd.fst. Support is not universal, so you typically open it by choosing an app that recognizes this MIME type or by using a desktop system with appropriate image/graphics tooling.
- .fts
FTS image
.FTS is most commonly a FITS (Flexible Image Transport System) file used to store astronomical images and related scientific data. You can open it with FITS-capable viewers such as SAOImage DS9 or other FITS tools.
- .hdr
HDR image
.HDR files are high dynamic range image files used for storing photographic images with a high range of luminance.
- .hif
HIF image
.HIF is most commonly a camera photo file used by some Canon (and sometimes Sony) workflows, typically based on the HEIF container. It usually opens best in the camera maker’s desktop software, and it may need to be exported/converted for wider compatibility.
- .ico
ICO image
.ICO files are image files used primarily for icons in Microsoft Windows. They can be opened with various applications on different platforms.
- .ief
IEF image
.IEF is an Image Exchange Format file (Image Exchange Format, RFC 1314) and is associated with the registered media type image/ief. It’s an older, uncommon image interchange format, so opening it may require a specialized or legacy-capable image tool.
- .j2c
J2C image
.j2c is a JPEG 2000 codestream file (compressed image data without the full JPEG 2000 container). Open it with JPEG 2000-capable image software or convert it to a more common format if needed.
- .j2k
J2K image
.J2K is a JPEG 2000 Part 1 codestream image (raw JPEG 2000 bitstream). You can open it with JPEG 2000-capable viewers/converters such as software based on OpenJPEG, Kakadu, GDAL, or other JPEG 2000 implementations.
- .jhc
JHC image
.JHC is most commonly used for a High-Throughput JPEG 2000 (HTJ2K) codestream, a modern JPEG 2000-based image compression format. It typically opens with HTJ2K/JPEG 2000-capable tools such as OpenJPEG command-line utilities or OpenHTJ2K-based software.
- .jls
JLS image
.JLS files are image files used primarily for storing compressed image data using the JPEG-LS format, known for its lossless compression capabilities.
- .jng
JNG image
.JNG is a JPEG Network Graphics image: a PNG-like chunk-based container that typically stores JPEG-compressed image data and can include transparency (alpha). It is a niche format, so many default photo apps do not support it.
- .jp2
JP2 image
.JP2 files are high-quality image files using JPEG 2000 compression, commonly used in professional imaging applications.
- .jpe
JPE image
.JPE is a JPEG-compressed image file, the same family as .JPG and .JPEG. Most image viewers and editors that support JPEG can open .JPE.
- .jpf
JPF image
.JPF is most commonly a JPEG 2000 Part 2 (JPX) image file. It’s an extended JPEG 2000 container used for advanced features beyond basic JPEG 2000 codestreams.
- .jph
JPH image
.JPH is an image file format for High-Throughput JPEG 2000 (HTJ2K). It is a standards-based JPEG 2000 family format and may require specialized decoders/viewers to open.
- .jpm
JPM image
.JPM is a JPEG 2000 Part 6 (compound) image file used for multi-page/compound document imaging. You can open it with JPEG 2000-capable viewers and converters that support JPM.
- .jpx
JPX image
.JPX is an extended JPEG 2000 image file format (JPEG 2000 Part 2) used to store images and related data such as multi-resolution representations.
- .jxl
JXL image
.JXL is a JPEG XL image file used for storing pictures with either lossy or lossless compression. You can open it in image editors/viewers that support JPEG XL, such as Krita or (development) GIMP builds with JPEG XL support.
- .jxr
JXR image
.JXR is a JPEG XR image file (formerly known as HD Photo/Windows Media Photo). It is less commonly supported than JPEG/PNG, so you may need specific codecs or a converter to view it.
- .jxs
JXS image
.JXS is a JPEG XS image bitstream file (ISO/IEC 21122), typically used in professional low-latency, visually lossless imaging workflows rather than consumer photo apps.
- .ktx
KTX image
.ktx is a Khronos Texture (KTX) file used to store GPU-ready textures (often compressed) for graphics apps and game engines. It’s best opened, inspected, or converted with Khronos KTX Tools or other KTX-capable graphics tools.
- .mdi
MDI image
.MDI is the Microsoft Document Imaging (MODI) image format, used mainly for scanned, multi-page document images. It’s TIFF-based and is most commonly opened with Microsoft Office Document Imaging or by converting to a more common format like TIFF/PDF.
- .mmr
MMR image
.MMR is most commonly a fax/bitmap image format that uses MMR (Modified Modified READ) / CCITT Group 4 compression for black-and-white (bitonal) images. It is associated with Fuji Xerox/Xerox EDMICS workflows and is identified by the MIME type image/vnd.fujixerox.edmics-mmr.
- .nef
NEF image
.NEF files are raw image files captured by Nikon cameras, requiring specialized software to open and edit.
- .orf
ORF image
.ORF files are raw image files created by Olympus digital cameras, used for high-quality photo editing.
- .sr2
Sony RAW Image
SR2 files are RAW image files used by Sony digital cameras to store unprocessed image data.
- .pat
PAT image
.PAT most commonly refers to a CorelDRAW Pattern file used for pattern/texture fills. The same .pat extension is also widely used for CAD hatch pattern definitions, so the correct app depends on where the file came from.
- .pbm
PBM image
.PBM files are simple monochrome image files used in various applications and are supported by multiple platforms.
- .pct
PCT image
.PCT is most commonly a Macintosh PICT image file (QuickDraw), a legacy graphics format that may contain vector and bitmap data. You can usually open it with desktop image viewers/converters such as XnViewMP, Adobe Photoshop, or tools like Netpbm (format support varies).
- .pcx
PCX image
.PCX files are a legacy image format that can be opened with specific software across different platforms.
- .pgb
PGB image
.PGB is an image file extension associated with the registered MIME type image/vnd.globalgraphics.pgb. Opening it typically depends on whether your system recognizes that MIME type and has an image app installed that can decode it.
- .pgm
PGM image
.PGM files are grayscale image files used in various applications and can be opened with compatible software across different platforms.
- .pic
PIC image
.PIC is most commonly a PICT image file (Apple QuickDraw “picture” data). It’s a legacy Mac graphics format and may require a compatible viewer or conversion on modern systems.
- .pnm
PNM image
.PNM is a Netpbm “portable anymap” image file used for simple, portable bitmap images. It’s widely supported by developer and graphics tools such as ImageMagick and other Netpbm-compatible software.
- .ppm
PPM image
.PPM files are image files used in specific applications, compatible with multiple platforms.
- .psd
PSD image
.PSD files are layered image files created with Adobe Photoshop, widely used for graphic design and photo editing.
- .pti
PTI image
.PTI is most commonly associated with the registered MIME type image/prs.pti, a binary, image-type format. Because support is uncommon, opening a .PTI file typically requires the specific software or plugin intended for this format.
- .ras
RAS image
.RAS is most commonly a Sun Raster (Sun rasterfile) image. You can open it in image editors like GIMP or convert it with Netpbm tools.
- .rgb
RGB image
.rgb most commonly refers to the Silicon Graphics (SGI) Image format, a raster bitmap used on SGI/IRIX systems and still supported by many image tools today. You can usually open it with ImageMagick-based apps or professional imaging/graphics software that supports SGI/RGB.
- .rlc
RLC image
.RLC is most commonly an image format registered as the MIME type image/vnd.fujixerox.edmics-rlc and associated with Fuji Xerox EDMICS/DocuFile systems. On modern devices it may not open in default photo apps, so you typically need software that understands this vendor-specific raster format.
- .s1g
S1G image
.S1G is most commonly a Sealed GIF image associated with the MIME type image/vnd.sealedmedia.softseal.gif. It typically requires specialized “unsealing” software or a workflow that understands SealedMedia/SoftSeal sealed GIFs.
- .s1j
S1J image
.S1J is a SealedMedia “Softseal” image file associated with the registered MIME type image/vnd.sealedmedia.softseal.jpg. It typically requires SealedMedia Unsealer (or compatible tools listed by file-type directories) to view or recover the underlying image content.
- .s1n
S1N image
.S1N is most commonly a “sealed” PNG image used by SealedMedia/Oracle Information Rights Management (IRM) workflows. You typically open it by unsealing it with the organization’s IRM/Unsealer software rather than with a normal photo viewer.
- .sgi
SGI image
.SGI files are image files used primarily in graphics applications and can be opened with compatible software across different platforms.
- .sjp
SJP image
.SJP is a Sealed JPEG image associated with the IANA-registered media type image/vnd.sealedmedia.softseal.jpg, used in “sealed”/rights-managed workflows (e.g., Oracle Information Rights Management). It typically won’t open in normal photo viewers unless you have the correct unsealing/IRM software and permissions.
- .spn
SPN image
.SPN is most commonly a Sealed Media “sealed PNG” image used by information-rights-management systems. It is not a standard PNG you can open in regular photo viewers; you typically need an “unsealing” client to view it.
- .tap
TAP image
.TAP most commonly refers to a cassette/tape image used with vintage computer emulators (e.g., Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum). The extension is also associated with a registered vendor image MIME type (image/vnd.tencent.tap), so you may encounter TAP files that are not tape images.
- .tfx
TFX image
.TFX is most commonly a TIFF-FX (Tagged Image File Format for Internet Fax) raster image file. It is a TIFF-based profile standardized for facsimile (fax) workflows and associated with the MIME type image/tiff-fx.
- .tif
TIF image
.TIF is a TIFF raster image file (also commonly seen as .TIFF). It’s widely used for high-quality images in scanning, publishing, and archival workflows.
- .uvg
UVG image
.UVG is most commonly associated with the DECE Graphic image type (MIME: image/vnd.dece.graphic). Support is uncommon in everyday photo viewers, so you may need a specialized app or to convert it after identifying what created the file.
- .uvi
UVI image
.UVI is a filename extension mapped to the IANA-registered MIME type image/vnd.dece.graphic. In practice, opening it depends on whether your device has an image viewer/decoder that understands this specific DECE graphic format.
- .vtf
VTF image
.VTF files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/vnd.valve.source.texture.
- .wmf
WMF image
.WMF files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/wmf.
- .xbm
XBM image
.XBM files are bitmap image files primarily used for storing monochrome images in a plain text format.
- .xcf
XCF image
.XCF files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/x-xcf.
- .apng
APNG image
.APNG files are animated image files that extend the PNG format to support animations, commonly used for web graphics and similar applications.
- .avci
AVCI image
.AVCI is an AVC/H.264-coded still image stored in a HEIF-style container. It is most likely to open on Apple systems, or with image tools that specifically support AVCI through HEIF and H.264 decoding.
- .avcs
AVCS image
.AVCS is a HEIF-family image sequence format for AVC/H.264-coded image sequences. It is a standards-based but uncommon format, so support is much more limited than for .jpg, .png, or typical .heic files.
- .avif
AVIF image
.AVIF files are modern image files known for their high compression efficiency and quality, supported by various software across platforms.
- .btif
BTIF image
.BTIF is a NationsBank check-image format derived from TIFF 6.0 and registered as the MIME type image/prs.btif. It is uncommon today and is often viewed using specialized/legacy check-image viewing software or plugins.
- .nrw
Nikon Raw Image File
NRW files are raw image files produced by Nikon cameras, containing unprocessed image data.
- .raf
Fuji RAW Image File
.raf files are RAW image files produced by Fujifilm digital cameras, containing unprocessed image data.
- .rw2
Panasonic RAW Image
The RW2 file format is a RAW image format used by Panasonic digital cameras.
- .tga
Truevision Graphics Adapter
TGA is a raster graphics file format created by Truevision Inc., commonly used for images with an alpha channel.
- .xif
XIF image
.XIF files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/vnd.xiff.
- .xpm
XPM image
XPM files are bitmap image files used primarily in Unix-based systems, often for icon and cursor creation.
- .xwd
XWD image
.XWD files are image files used primarily for storing screen captures in the X Window System, commonly used on Unix and Linux systems.
- .djvu
DJVU image
.DJVU is a document/image format mainly used for scanned pages and books, designed to compress high-resolution text and images efficiently. It is commonly viewed with DjVuLibre-based viewers or document viewers that include DjVu support.
- .drle
DRLE image
.DRLE is most commonly associated with DICOM run-length encoded (RLE) image data used in medical imaging workflows. It is not a general-purpose photo format, so it typically opens with DICOM-capable tools rather than standard image viewers.
- .fits
FITS image
.FITS is an astronomy-focused file format used to store images and other scientific data (like tables) together with rich metadata in text headers. You can open it with common astronomy tools (e.g., DS9) or read it in Python with Astropy.
- .heif
HEIF image
.HEIF files are advanced image files known for efficient compression and high image quality, widely supported on modern devices.
- .hej2
HEJ2 image
.HEJ2 is an image format that stores a JPEG 2000 image inside an HEIF container. It’s supported by GIMP (import/export) and may not open in many default photo viewers.
- .hsj2
HSJ2 image
.hsj2 is an image file extension associated with the IANA-registered (but now obsolete) media type image/hsj2. In practice, support can be limited, so opening often depends on software that understands this legacy JPEG 2000–related labeling.
- .jfif
JFIF image
.JFIF is a JPEG File Interchange Format image—essentially a JPEG-encoded picture stored using JFIF conventions. Most image viewers that open .JPG/.JPEG can also open .JFIF.
- .jpeg
JPEG image
.JPEG files are widely used image files that can be opened with various applications across different platforms.
- .jpg2
JPG2 image
.jpg2 is a JPEG 2000 image file (JP2 family) and uses the standardized MIME type image/jp2. Open it with software that supports JPEG 2000/JP2, such as ImageMagick or other JP2-capable viewers/editors.
- .jpgm
JPGM image
.JPGM is typically associated with JPEG 2000’s JPM (compound image) family and may not open in common photo viewers. It’s recognized in the freedesktop.org shared MIME database, but practical support depends on having JPEG 2000-capable software installed.
- .jphc
JPHC image
.JPHC is a High-Throughput JPEG 2000 (HTJ2K) image file format in the JPEG 2000 family. It is used for efficient compression/decoding workflows and may also appear in medical imaging contexts that reference the image/jphc media type.
- .jxra
JXRA image
.JXRA is a JPEG XR–family image file (brand identifier “jxrA”). It’s primarily associated with Microsoft’s JPEG XR/HD Photo technology and is most reliably opened on Windows via Windows Imaging Component (WIC).
- .jxrs
JXRS image
.JXRS is a JPEG XR image file extension defined by the JPEG XR specification. It’s an image format variant that may require specific decoders/viewers, so it often opens most reliably on Windows with JPEG XR-capable imaging components.
- .jxsc
JXSC image
.JXSC files are JPEG XS codestream images. To open them, you need software that supports JPEG XS; many default photo viewers will not recognize this newer, specialized image format.
- .jxsi
JXSI image
.JXSI is a JPEG XS image bitstream file associated with the officially registered IANA media type image/jxsi. It is mainly used in professional/industrial imaging workflows rather than everyday photo apps.
- .jxss
JXSS image
.JXSS is a JPEG XS image bitstream file type associated with the registered Internet media type image/jxss. It is mainly used in professional/low-latency imaging and transport workflows rather than everyday consumer photo apps.
- .ktx2
KTX2 image
.ktx2 is a Khronos KTX 2.0 GPU texture container used in real-time graphics workflows (games, engines, and glTF assets). It is typically opened with Khronos KTX tools or software that supports GPU texture containers rather than general photo viewers.
- .pict
PICT image
.pict is a legacy Apple Macintosh PICT image/metafile format based on QuickDraw. Because it’s deprecated, modern apps may not open it directly and you may need a converter or older/compatible graphics software.
- .rgbe
RGBE image
.rgbe is a Radiance RGBE (HDR) image file used to store high dynamic range (HDR) pictures. It’s most commonly associated with the Radiance “.hdr/RGBE” format and is used in rendering, lighting, and HDR imaging workflows.
- .sgif
SGIF image
.SGIF is most commonly a “sealed” (rights-managed) GIF associated with the vendor media type image/vnd.sealedmedia.softseal.gif. You typically open it with an IRM/“unsealer” client that can decrypt it, not with regular image viewers.
- .sjpg
SJPG image
.SJPG is not a standard JPEG photo. It is a SealedMedia/Oracle IRM “sealed” (protected) JPEG that typically requires an Unsealer/IRM client to decrypt and view.
- .spng
SPNG image
.SPNG is most commonly a Sealed PNG image used by Oracle Information Rights Management (IRM) / SealedMedia workflows, not a standard PNG. You typically open it with the appropriate IRM “unsealer”/desktop client that has permission to unseal the content.
- .tiff
TIFF image
TIFF files are high-quality image files used widely in professional settings, compatible with most major platforms.
- .uvvg
UVVG image
.UVVG files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/vnd.dece.graphic.
- .uvvi
UVVI image
.UVVI files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/vnd.dece.graphic.
- .wbmp
WBMP image
.WBMP files are used for photos, graphics, design assets, and web media. Use image viewers or editors with support for this image format. This guide covers opening methods, troubleshooting, and security best practices. Common MIME type: image/vnd.wap.wbmp.
- .webp
WEBP image
.WEBP files are image files known for their efficient compression, balancing quality and file size, and are supported by many modern browsers and applications.
- .3fr
Hasselblad RAW Image
3FR files are RAW image files produced by Hasselblad cameras, known for capturing high-quality image data.
- .mos
Leaf Capture RAW Image
The .mos file is a RAW image format used by Leaf camera systems, capturing unprocessed image data.
- .pef
Pentax Electronic File
PEF files are raw image files created by Pentax digital cameras.
- .rwl
Leica RAW Image
RWL files are RAW image files captured by Leica digital cameras, containing unprocessed data directly from the camera's sensor.
- .srf
Sony RAW Image File
The .srf file format is used for storing raw image data captured by Sony digital cameras.
- .srw
Samsung RAW Image
SRW files are RAW image files captured by Samsung digital cameras, preserving all image data for high-quality post-processing.
- .k25
Kodak DC25 Digital Camera Raw Image
The .k25 file is a raw image format used by Kodak DC25 digital cameras, storing unprocessed image data.
- .kdc
Kodak Digital Camera Raw Image
KDC files are raw image files created by Kodak digital cameras, containing unprocessed image data.
- .mef
Mamiya RAW Image File
MEF is a RAW image file format used by Mamiya digital cameras, storing unprocessed image data.
- .mrw
Minolta Raw Image File
MRW files are raw image files produced by Minolta digital cameras, mainly used by photography enthusiasts for high-quality image editing.
- .x3f
Sigma Camera RAW File
X3F files are RAW image files created by Sigma digital cameras, storing unprocessed image data.
- .bay
Casio RAW Image File
The .bay file extension is used for RAW image files created by Casio digital cameras.
- .bmq
Re-Volt Mipmap File
BMQ files are mipmap textures used by Re-Volt, an RC car racing game. They contain low-resolution BMP images for distant object textures to improve rendering performance.
- .dc2
Kodak DC120 Digital Camera File
.dc2 files are image files created by Kodak DC120 digital cameras, storing raw image data.
- .fff
Hasselblad RAW Image
FFF files are RAW image files used by Hasselblad cameras, storing unprocessed image data for high-quality editing.
- .pam
Portable Arbitrary Map
The PAM file format is used for storing images and is part of the Netpbm family of formats.
- .pxn
PictureWorks PhotoEnhancer Image
PXN files are bitmap images from PictureWorks PhotoEnhancer, an older Windows image editor. They store layered graphics for photo editing and enhancement.
- .wpg
WordPerfect Graphics
WPG is a vector graphics file format associated with Corel WordPerfect, used primarily for storing images in documents.