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OpenEXR (.exr)

The EXR file extension stands for OpenEXR, a high dynamic range (HDR) image file format developed by Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) in 1999 for visual effects and film production. OpenEXR is widely used for its ability to store multi-channel, floating-point images, supporting complex visual effects workflows with superior image quality and precision. Its features include lossless and lossy compression, arbitrary image channels, and a flexible data structure, making it an essential tool in professional digital imaging and animation industries.

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Radiance HDR (.hdr)

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range, and in the context of Radiance, it refers to a file format used for storing high-quality images. The Radiance HDR format was developed as part of the Radiance rendering system, which originated in the late 1980s at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Its primary use is in the field of computer graphics, where it captures a wider range of luminance levels compared to standard formats, enabling more realistic lighting effects. This format is particularly beneficial for tasks requiring precise light measurements and accurate visualizations, making it indispensable for professionals in fields such as architectural visualization and visual effects.

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How to convert EXR to HDR?

  1. Upload EXR File

    Drag & drop or browse your device to select and upload your EXR file.

  2. Select EXR Tools

    Use any available EXR to HDR tools on the preview page and click Convert.

  3. Download Your HDR

    Give it a moment for the HDR conversion to complete, then download your file afterward.

Convert EXR to HDR

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change EXR format to HDR?

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

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Convert EXR to HDR on macOS

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

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

Convert EXR to HDR 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 EXR file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your EXR_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert EXR_INPUT_FILE --to hdr

Convert EXR to HDR on Linux

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

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

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