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    • File extension .SRF
    • Dateiendung .SRF
    • .SRFファイルの拡張子
    • Extension de fichier .SRF
    • Extension de archivo .SRF
    • Estensione del file .SRF

How to open file with .SRF extension?

Don’t you know what program to use to convert the .SRF file? Do you want to convert a .SRF file into a different format? Below you will find helpful information.

File extension .SRF

Full Name Developer Category
Sony Digital Camera RAW Image Format Sony Camera Raw Files
.SRF

SRF is a .SRF image file extension, which is mostly used with Sony Digital Cameras. It is the RAW image format created by Sony cameras. It stores low-resolution pictures that are used by Sony software products to display and easily identify images. SRF files offer higher dynamic range and improved color accuracy in comparison to other formats like JPEG or TIFF.

SRF images are unprocessed and uncompressed files which hold all the data with no manipulation involved. The great advantage of storing raw data, as opposed to using a normal image format like JPG or PNG, is that the SRF image does not loose its original detail when an adjustment of the exposure settings or white balance is made.

Supported Platforms and Similar File Formats

The SRF file format can be opened on Windows and Mac systems with the help of different photo playback programs such as Sony Image Data Converter or Sony Imaging Edge Software. Other Photo Playback Programs like Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Picasa may also support this type of file-format. Furthermore, other similar file types include: .SR2, .ARW, .PEF, .DNG, .CR2, and a few more.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
  • Canvas Canvas
  • Picasa Picasa
Programs for MAC system
  • Aperture Aperture
  • Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
  • Picasa Picasa

After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .SRF) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .SRF extension.

When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.

Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .SRF file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .SRF extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .SRF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .SRF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.

Other instructions

If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .SRF file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.

In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .SRF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .SRF file) will be extended to the maximum.

It is also good to check

  • if the .SRF file has no errors
  • or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
In such a case it is best to try to download the .SRF file again from the same source on the Internet (or look for another source). If you received the file from another person, ask this person to re-send it. However, if the file was copied from some media, repeat the copying operation.

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New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.

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