RAW image files preserve unprocessed data directly from your camera's sensor, giving photographers maximum control over editing and image quality. This guide explains what RAW files are, how they compare to JPEG and HEIF, their advantages and disadvantages, popular RAW formats like CR3, NEF, ARW, and DNG, and the best editing software for professional-quality results. https://photofixal.com/blog/raw-image-file-format-explained