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CR2 is a raw image file format used by Canon digital cameras, capturing all the data from the camera’s sensor without compression or processing. This format offers photographers the ability to make extensive post-processing adjustments, providing greater control over image quality, exposure, and color balance. However, CR2 files are larger in size compared to compressed image formats and require specialized software to view and edit.

The RAW image file format is a generic term for a variety of image formats used by different digital camera manufacturers. RAW files store unprocessed data from the camera's sensor, providing photographers with the ability to manipulate settings like exposure, white balance, and sharpness during post-processing, which can result in higher image quality. Unlike JPEG and other compressed formats, RAW files retain a much broader range of color and luminance values, offering more flexibility for editing but also resulting in larger file sizes.