📁 RAW Processing

Process RAW files like a professional for maximum quality

What is RAW?

RAW files contain unprocessed image data directly from the camera sensor. They offer maximum flexibility and quality for post-processing.

Benefits of RAW

Higher Quality: No compression artifacts
More Data: Greater bit depth (12-14 bits vs 8 bits)
White Balance: Adjustable without quality loss
Exposure Recovery: Recover highlights and shadows better
Non-Destructive: Original file never changes

RAW Processing Workflow

Import: Import RAW files to Lightroom or Camera Raw
Basic Adjustments: Exposure, contrast, highlights, shadows
White Balance: Correct color temperature
Detail: Sharpening and noise reduction
Lens Corrections: Fix distortion and chromatic aberration
Export: Convert to JPEG or TIFF

RAW Editing Software

Adobe Lightroom

Industry standard for RAW processing

Adobe Camera Raw

Photoshop's RAW converter

Capture One

Professional alternative

Darktable

Free open-source option

Key Adjustments

Exposure: Overall brightness adjustment

Highlights: Recover blown-out bright areas

Shadows: Bring out detail in dark areas

Whites & Blacks: Set pure white and black points

Clarity: Enhance midtone contrast

Vibrance: Boost colors without oversaturating