raw format

What is a .SR2 file?

SR2 is an earlier Sony raw format from Cyber-shot era cameras.

Full name
Sony Raw 2
Developed by
Sony
Released
2005
Extension
.sr2
MIME type
image/x-sony-sr2
Transparency
No

How to open a SR2 file

SR2 opens in Lightroom and Sony software.

What SR2 files are used for

Professional photography

Maximum dynamic range and editing latitude.

Color grading

Recover highlights and shadows non-destructively.

Archival masters

Keep the untouched original alongside exports.

Strengths & limitations

✔ Strengths✖ Limitations
Maximum editing latitudeNo transparency support
Needs raw-capable software

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Frequently asked questions

SR2 is an earlier Sony raw format from Cyber-shot era cameras.

SR2 opens in Lightroom and Sony software.

SR2 is an unprocessed raw container, so no detail is discarded.

Use SharkFoto's free tools — upload your SR2 file and convert it to a more convenient format in seconds. It's free, processed securely and never stored.

No — SR2 doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.