Convert SRF to PBM

The SRF (Sony Raw File) is a RAW image file format used by Sony digital cameras, such as the DSC-F828 model, to store uncompressed, unaltered images captured by the camera's sensor. Introduced in January 2004, SRF files preserve high-quality image data, offering photographers greater flexibility in post-processing compared to compressed formats like JPEG. Over time, Sony developed subsequent formats like SR2 and ARW to enhance features and compression methods.

The PBM (Portable Bitmap) file extension, part of the Netpbm project, originated in the late 1980s to facilitate efficient and portable graphics file interchange. Primarily, PBM files are used to store monochrome bitmaps in a simple ASCII text format, ensuring easy compatibility across different systems and platforms. This format supports only black-and-white imagery, making it particularly useful in scenarios where simplicity and minimalism are prioritized, such as in Unix environments for bitmap manipulation and transfer. Its historical significance lies in promoting a standardized approach to bitmap graphics in early computer technology.