DNG is Adobe’s open, universal raw format. It stores unprocessed sensor data in a standardised container any modern editor can open — ideal for archiving photos.
DNG opens in Lightroom, Photoshop, Camera Raw and most pro photo editors.
Maximum dynamic range and editing latitude.
Recover highlights and shadows non-destructively.
Keep the untouched original alongside exports.
| ✔ Strengths | ✖ Limitations |
|---|---|
| Open / royalty-free | No transparency support |
| Excellent compatibility | Needs raw-capable software |
| Maximum editing latitude |
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DNG is Adobe’s open, universal raw format. It stores unprocessed sensor data in a standardised container any modern editor can open — ideal for archiving photos.
DNG opens in Lightroom, Photoshop, Camera Raw and most pro photo editors.
DNG is an unprocessed raw container, so no detail is discarded.
Use SharkFoto's free tools — upload your DNG file and convert it to a more convenient format in seconds. It's free, processed securely and never stored.
No — DNG doesn't store transparency; convert to PNG or WEBP if you need it.