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DNG File (What It Is and How to Open It)

DNG File (What It Is and How to Open It)

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This article describes what a DNG file is, how to open it on your computer, and how to convert it to a more recognizable format, such as JPG.

A file with the DNG file extension is an Adobe Digital Negative RAW image file. The format is a response to the lack of an open standard for digital camera RAW formats. Other RAW files can be converted to DNG so that a wider range of software can use them.

The DNG file format not only provides a way to store an image, but also the ability to store additional information about the photo, such as metadata and color profiles.

Images captured by some versions of the iPhone are saved in the similar Apple ProRAW format, and also use the DNG file extension. This applies to the iPhone 12 Pro and later Pro models running iOS 14.3 or later.