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Convert CR3 to EXR

Want to convert CR3 to EXR? It's on our roadmap. Here's what EXR is, and the conversions you can run right now.

CR3 to EXR isn't available on SharkFoto yet — it's a real conversion we're working on. Here's what works today.

About converting CR3 to EXR

1

What EXR is

EXR (OpenEXR) is a high-dynamic-range format from Industrial Light & Magic, storing extreme color depth for VFX and 3D rendering.

2

EXR support is coming

Converting CR3 to EXR is technically possible and on our list — it just isn't switched on here yet. We add and test new output formats one at a time before release.

Format details

What is a CR3 file?

CR3 is Canon’s newer, more efficient raw format used by recent EOS cameras — smaller than CR2 with the same flexibility.

Full name
Canon Raw v3
Developed by
Canon
Released
2018
Extension
.cr3
MIME type
image/x-canon-cr3
Transparency
No

How to open CR3 opens in recent Lightroom, Photoshop, Canon DPP and modern raw editors.

Full CR3 format guide

What is a EXR file?

EXR is a high-dynamic-range format from Industrial Light & Magic, storing extreme color depth for VFX and 3D rendering.

Full name
OpenEXR
Developed by
ILM
Released
2003
Extension
.exr
MIME type
image/x-exr
Transparency
Yes

How to open EXR opens in Nuke, Blender, Photoshop and other VFX tools.

Full EXR format guide

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Frequently asked questions

Can I convert CR3 to EXR now?
Not on SharkFoto yet — EXR output is on our roadmap. In the meantime, CR3 converts to TIFF, PNG or JPG for free.
What is EXR?
EXR (OpenEXR) is a high-dynamic-range format from Industrial Light & Magic, storing extreme color depth for VFX and 3D rendering.
Will you add CR3 to EXR?
It's planned. We're rolling out new output formats gradually and testing each before it goes live.
What can I convert CR3 to today?
CR3 converts cleanly to TIFF, PNG or JPG — free, no sign-up, no watermark.