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Convert ARW images to GIF format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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Sony Digital Camera Alpha Raw Image (.arw)

The ARW file extension stands for Sony Alpha Raw, a raw image file format used by Sony's Alpha series digital cameras. ARW files contain uncompressed, minimally processed data directly from the camera's sensor, allowing photographers to achieve higher-quality images and more precise edits. Introduced with Sony's Alpha DSLR series, this format is based on the TIFF specification and requires specialized software, such as Adobe Photoshop or Sony's Imaging Edge, for viewing and editing.

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Graphics Interchange Format (.gif)

The Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) is a bitmap image format developed by CompuServe in 1987. It is widely used for its support of animated images, allowing for the compression of graphics with low file sizes and without compromising quality. It's particularly popular on the internet for memes, short animations, and simple graphics due to its ability to loop animations seamlessly. GIFs support up to 256 colors and use the LZW compression algorithm to minimize file size. The format's historical significance lies in its ability to efficiently store and transmit images in an era of slower internet speeds and remains a staple in digital communication and web design today.

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How to convert ARW to GIF?

  1. Upload ARW File

    Start uploading a ARW image by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your ARW file.

  2. Select ARW Tools

    Check the file preview quickly and use ARW to GIF tools if you need to change the conversion settings.

  3. Download Your GIF

    Wait a couple of seconds for the converter to do the hard job, then download your GIF file.

Convert ARW to GIF

Tools

GIF Version

Convert ARW to GIF version 87a (GIF87a), or GIF version 89a (GIF89a).

Interlaced GIF

Convert ARW to interlaced GIF.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change ARW format to GIF?

To change ARW format to GIF, upload your ARW file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your ARW file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted GIF file afterward.

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Convert ARW to GIF on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to ARW file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ARW_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ARW_INPUT_FILE --to gif

Convert ARW to GIF on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to ARW file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ARW_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ARW_INPUT_FILE --to gif

Convert ARW to GIF on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to ARW file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ARW_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ARW_INPUT_FILE --to gif

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