CR2 to SUN

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1. Add Your Files

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CR2 (Max. 10MB) • Up to 5 files in guest mode

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

2. Conversion Settings

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Why Choose Our Converter?

Convert Canon CR2 raw photos to SUN format quickly for legacy visualization and device compatibility.

Fast RAW to SUN

Direct browser conversion optimized for single-file CR2 decoding and SUN raster export in seconds.

Preserve Raw Detail

Retains sensor-derived tonal range and full-resolution raster output when possible for accurate SUN rendering.

Legacy Format Support

Produces SUN files usable by legacy viewers and scientific tools that require Sun Raster images.

Client-Side Processing

CR2 decoding occurs in your browser memory so source files do not upload to remote servers by default.

Adjustable Export

Choose output bit depth and color conversion options to match SUN viewers or downstream processing.

Batch-Friendly

Process multiple CR2 files in groups with predictable memory usage for efficient device sharing.

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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 SizeTotal TimeAvg per ImageEfficiency
10 images (12 MP each)20-40 seconds2-4 secondsHigh
50 images (12 MP each)1.5-3 minutes1.8-3.6 secondsHigh
100 images (12 MP each)3-6 minutes1.8-3.6 secondsModerate
200 images (12 MP each)6-12 minutes1.8-3.6 secondsModerate

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

FeaturesChromeFirefoxSafariEdge
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

FeatureSource FormatTarget Format
CompressionHigh efficiencyUncompressed
File SizeSmallLarge
QualityHigh (compressed)Lossless
TransparencySupportedSupported
MetadataEXIF, ICCEXIF, ICC
Primary UseWeb deliveryEditing & print

How to Convert Files

Follow these simple steps to convert your files

01

Upload Source File

Select or drag and drop your source files.

02

Adjust Settings

Choose resolution or color options if needed.

03

Convert

Click convert to process files locally in browser.

04

Download Result

Save your converted files or ZIP archive.

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Tips and Best Practices

Optimize your conversion workflow with technical recommendations.

Prepare CR2 for Export

  • Convert proprietary Canon CR2 to a linear TIFF if you need non-destructive edits preserved before SUN export
  • Apply lens corrections in RAW editor because SUN export flattens baked-in pixels and loses adjustment stacks
  • Embed an sRGB or target ICC profile in the working raster prior to SUN encoding to reduce color mismatches
  • Resolve noisy high-ISO CR2 frames with denoise filters before exporting to SUN to avoid amplifying sensor artifacts
  • Flatten any extra adjustment layers in the interim TIFF; CR2 adjustment parameters cannot be serialized into SUN

SUN Export Options

  • Choose 8-bit per channel SUN for maximum viewer compatibility on legacy systems
  • Select higher bit-depth SUN only when destination tools explicitly accept 16-bit raster data
  • Prefer uncompressed SUN when archival fidelity is required, accepting larger file sizes
  • Use ZIP packaging for bulk SUN files to reduce transfer size to mobile recipients
  • Name files with clear metadata hints (date_camera_resolution) since SUN headers may omit MakerNotes

Verify Post-Conversion

  • Open exported SUN in ImageMagick or legacy Sun Raster viewers to validate header fields and pixel integrity
  • Compare histograms between original CR2 render and SUN result to detect tone-mapping shifts
  • Check color accuracy on target devices using sRGB preview if the SUN reader ignores ICC profiles
  • Inspect file dimensions and pixel aspect ratio to ensure no unintended resampling occurred
  • Spot-check several images when batch converting CR2 sets to detect decode anomalies early

Device Sharing Guidelines

  • For mobile recipients, convert an additional PNG or JPEG copy because most phones lack native SUN support
  • Transmit SUN files via secure channels and include a viewer recommendation to help recipients open them
  • Limit batch sizes per transfer to 20–50 SUN files to avoid mobile download failures and memory spikes
  • Keep original CR2 archives intact for editing; SUN should be used for analysis or legacy tool consumption
  • When privacy matters, process CR2 locally on device so RAW data never leaves your system

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.

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Pro Tip

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

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Batch Processing

Convert multiple images at once with our batch processing feature. Save time and maintain consistency across all your conversions.

Advanced Features

Access advanced settings like custom compression, metadata preservation, and color profile management for professional results.