What file formats do you support?

We support over 100 file formats including images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, TIFF), documents (PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT), videos (MP4, AVI, MOV), audio (MP3, WAV, FLAC), and many more specialized formats.

Yes, absolutely. We use enterprise-grade encryption for all file transfers. Your files are automatically deleted from our servers after conversion, and we never store or access your personal data.

What is the maximum file size?

The maximum file size for free users is 100MB per file. Premium users can convert files up to 1GB. For larger files, we recommend our batch processing feature.

How long does conversion take?

Most files convert in under 30 seconds. The exact time depends on file size and format complexity. Our advanced algorithms ensure the fastest possible conversion while maintaining quality.

Can I convert multiple files at once?

Yes! Our batch processing feature allows you to upload and convert up to 50 files simultaneously. This is perfect for bulk conversions and saves significant time.

Do I need to create an account?

No account is required for basic conversions. However, creating a free account gives you access to batch processing, file history, and priority support.

ARW to SCT

Drag, drop, and convert your files with ease.

1. Add Your Files

Drag & drop or paste files here

ARW (Max. 10MB) • Up to 5 files in guest mode

Choose Files

Or upload from:

Temporary file processingFiles are uploaded for processing and are not retained as permanent storage. Read our File Processing & Retention Policy.

2. Conversion Settings

Convert From

Convert To

Image options

Width (px)

Height (px)

Strip image metadata (EXIF, etc.)

Advanced Options

Quality

Instant download after conversion

Why Choose Our Converter?

Fast, photography-focused conversion from Sony ARW raw files to SCT for editing and archiving workflows

Fast Raw Decoding

Native-style ARW decoding pipeline accelerates demosaicing and preliminary tone mapping for quick previews and conversion.

Photographic Fidelity

Preserves rendered color from raw sensor data where possible and avoids aggressive automatic sharpening or color casts.

Editor-Friendly Output

SCT target layout optimized for downstream bitmap editors and print workflows expecting layered raster frames.

Adjustable Conversion Controls

Expose resolution and color-space options so photographers can match pipeline settings to their RAW workflow.

Client-Side Processing

All decoding and encoding run in the browser memory space, minimizing external file transfers for privacy-sensitive shoots.

Bulk Workflow Support

Queue dozens of ARW files for consistent SCT export with predictable per-image throughput and ZIP packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our file conversion service

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Performance Estimates

Estimated conversion times based on typical hardware.

Conversion Speed Benchmarks

1-3 seconds

12 MP image processing

12 MP, 4000x3000

Fast

3-6 seconds

24 MP image processing

24 MP, 6000x4000

Moderate

8-15 seconds

48 MP image processing

48 MP, 8000x6000

Slow

Batch Conversion Estimates

Batch Size	Total Time	Avg per Image	Efficiency
10 images (12 MP each)	20-40 seconds	2-4 seconds	High
50 images (12 MP each)	1.5-3 minutes	1.8-3.6 seconds	High
100 images (12 MP each)	3-6 minutes	1.8-3.6 seconds	Moderate
200 images (12 MP each)	6-12 minutes	1.8-3.6 seconds	Moderate

Browser Compatibility

Format support across all major browsers

Support Across Browsers

Chrome

Supported

Full Support

Firefox

Supported

Full Support

Safari

Supported

Full Support

Edge

Supported

Full Support

Advanced Format Features Support

Features	Chrome	Firefox	Safari	Edge
Alpha Channel
ICC Profiles
EXIF Metadata
16-bit Depth

Device Compatibility

Seamless conversion across desktop, mobile and tablet

Desktop

Fast multi-core processing
Batch upload support

Mobile

Responsive mobile browser workflow
Instant photo conversion

Tablet

Full tablet browser support
Touch-friendly interface

Source vs Target Format

Key technical differences between formats

Feature	Source Format	Target Format
Compression	High efficiency	Uncompressed
File Size	Small	Large
Quality	High (compressed)	Lossless
Transparency	Supported	Supported
Metadata	EXIF, ICC	EXIF, ICC
Primary Use	Web delivery	Editing & print

How to Convert Files

Follow these simple steps to convert your files

Upload Source File

Select or drag and drop your source files.

Adjust Settings

Choose resolution or color options if needed.

Convert

Click convert to process files locally in browser.

Download Result

Save your converted files or ZIP archive.

Ready to Convert Your Files?

Use our high-speed converter to process your images now.

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Tips and Best Practices

Optimize your conversion workflow with technical recommendations.

Prepare ARW Originals

Check exposure and highlight clipping in ARW histograms before conversion to avoid irrecoverable blowouts
Use camera-specific white balance or leave as-shot and apply a consistent white balance mapping during SCT export
Retain ARW sidecars (XMP) with edits; converter may not reapply all development instructions when rasterizing to SCT
For noise-sensitive night shots, denoise ARW in a raw editor first because SCT conversion applies general noise handling
Verify focal length and lens correction tags in ARW as some SCT viewers ignore embedded correction parameters

Choose SCT Encoding

Select 16-bit output in settings when preserving tonal gradation from 12–14 bit ARW captures is required
Enable lossless compression in SCT if your archive needs compact storage without reintroducing compression artifacts
If downstream editors expect sRGB, convert ARW sensor rendering to sRGB on export rather than relying on implicit profiles
Package large batches into ZIP to reduce filesystem overhead and preserve original ARW alongside SCT results
When exporting for print, match SCT pixel dimensions to printer RIP resolutions to avoid resampling artifacts

Validate Results in Workflow

Open converted SCT in your primary editor to confirm tonal mapping matches ARW raw expectations before bulk processing
Compare histograms and color channels between ARW reference renders and SCT output to detect profile mismatches
Inspect edges and micro-contrast at 100% to ensure demosaicing did not introduce zipper artifacts
Check that MakerNotes-dependent tags needed by DAM systems are present or preserved in exported SCT metadata
Test a representative ARW shot from each camera model in your fleet to ensure consistent conversion across devices

Performance and Privacy Tactics

Process in smaller batches when converting 30MP+ ARW files to avoid browser memory spikes and potential tab crashes
Close GPU-heavy applications while converting to free system resources for faster demosaicing and encoding
Keep originals local; processing occurs in-browser, so your ARW files do not upload to external servers by default
When working on shared machines, export SCT to an external drive to prevent local cache retention of large raw data
Download converted packages promptly and clear temporary in-browser caches to maintain device privacy

Fast Processing

Close unused tabs for maximum throughput.

Client-Side Privacy

No media leaves your device.

Broad Compatibility

Output files work across all operating systems.

Pro Tip

For batch conversions, process in groups of 20-50 files to optimize memory usage and avoid browser slowdowns.

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