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Seattle FilmWorks Image (.sfw)

The SFW file extension, created by Seattle FilmWorks, was used to store digital copies of photos processed by the company, allowing customers to receive both physical prints and digital images. Although not widely supported by modern software, SFW files can still be opened and converted using tools and older versions of image viewers. This format marks a significant step in the evolution of digital photography.

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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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How to convert SFW to EXR?

  1. Upload SFW File

    Select a SFW image from your computer, or drag & drop it on the page.

  2. Select SFW Tools

    Use any available convert tools on the preview page, and click Convert.

  3. Download Your EXR

    Wait for the converter to finish and download your EXR image.

Convert SFW to EXR

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change SFW format to EXR?

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

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Convert SFW to EXR on macOS

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

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

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

Convert SFW to EXR on Linux

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

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

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