dcraw Alternatives

dcraw is described as 'Open-source computer program which ble to read numerous raw image formats, typically produced by high-end digital cameras. dcraw converts these images into the standard PPM and TIFF image formats' and is an app in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to dcraw for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, iPad and iPhone apps. The best dcraw alternative is RapidRAW, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like dcraw are darktable, XnConvert, Ansel and A Photo Tool (Libre).

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  1. RapidRAW icon
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    GPU-accelerated RAW photo editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux featuring non-destructive workflow, AI-driven masking tools, 32-bit precision, advanced color grading, tonal controls, batch operations, preset system, customizable interface, and comprehensive export options.

    54 RapidRAW alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  2. darktable icon
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    Open source non-destructive RAW editor and virtual darkroom with zoomable lighttable, database-driven organization, HDR and EXR support, floating-point workflow, batch exporting, and advanced editing for photography and scientific imaging across platforms.

    70 darktable alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  3. Ansel icon
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    Ansel is an open-source photo-editing software for digital artists, designed to help you achieve your own interpretation of raw digital photographs.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. nConvert icon
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    NConvert is a powerful command line multi-platform batch image processor with more than 80 commands. Compatible with 500 image formats.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Haiku
     
  5. RAW Power icon
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    Make your best shots even better with RAW Power™. RAW Power unlocks the hidden power of Apple's RAW engine with simple, easy-to-use controls. Use it as an editing extension inside Apple Photos, or as a standalone, non-destructive RAW photo editor with file browser.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Photos
     
  6. Filmulator icon
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    Filmulator is a raw photo editing application with library management focusing on

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  7. Darkr icon
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    Darkr is the darkroom-inspired app that lets you develop photos similar to how you would in a real dark room.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  8. Pani icon
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    Pani is a heavily modified version of the camera2basic app, built to simultaneously record 12MP RAW image data, pretty much all exposed camera/image metadata, and gyroscope + accelerometer measurements.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
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