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Convert XMP to DNG

Wondering about XMP to DNG? Here's exactly what works, what doesn't, and why.

XMP to DNG is a real conversion — it just isn't switched on at SharkFoto yet. Here's the status and what works today.

About converting to DNG

XMP to DNG is a true RAW-to-RAW conversion

XMP is camera RAW, and DNG (Adobe Digital Negative) is an open, standardized RAW container — so converting XMP to DNG preserves the original sensor data while making it future-proof and editor-friendly. It's exactly what Adobe's DNG Converter does.

It's coming to SharkFoto

We're adding RAW-to-DNG conversion to the pipeline. It isn't live here yet — but it's a genuine, lossless conversion, not a workaround.

DNG is an open container for these camera RAW formats

DNG standardizes the proprietary RAW that cameras produce — these are the formats it replaces or wraps:

Format details

What is a XMP file?

XMP is a sidecar file storing edits, ratings and metadata for a photo without changing the original raw file.

Full name: Extensible Metadata Platform
Developed by: Adobe
Released: 2001
Extension: .xmp
MIME type: application/rdf+xml
Transparency: No

How to open XMP files are read by Lightroom, Bridge and Camera Raw alongside the photo.

Full XMP format guide

What is a DNG file?

DNG is Adobe’s open, universal raw format. It stores unprocessed sensor data in a standardised container any modern editor can open — ideal for archiving photos.

Full name: Digital Negative
Developed by: Adobe
Released: 2004
Extension: .dng
MIME type: image/x-adobe-dng
Transparency: No

How to open DNG opens in Lightroom, Photoshop, Camera Raw and most pro photo editors.

Full DNG format guide

What you can do instead

Convert XMP to TIFF

Lossless and uncompressed — ideal for editing, archiving and print.

XMP → TIFF

Convert XMP to PNG

Lossless with transparency — perfect for graphics, logos and screenshots.

XMP → PNG

Convert XMP to JPG

A small, universal photo format that opens everywhere.

XMP → JPG

Frequently asked questions

Can I convert XMP to DNG?

Yes in principle — XMP is camera RAW and DNG is an open RAW container, so it's a lossless conversion. SharkFoto is adding it; meanwhile you can convert XMP to JPG, PNG or TIFF.

What is DNG?

DNG (Adobe Digital Negative) is an open, royalty-free RAW format. It stores unprocessed sensor data in a standardized container any modern editor can open — ideal for archiving photos long-term.

Is DNG better than CR2 / NEF / ARW?

DNG isn't higher quality — it's more universal and future-proof. Many photographers convert their proprietary camera RAW to DNG so files stay openable for decades.

What can I convert my XMP to today?

XMP converts cleanly to JPG, PNG, TIFF and WEBP right now — free and unlimited.