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Raw vs JPEG Capture
Raw files contain the image data as it is captured by the camera's sensor with only minimal processing applied. Many photographers liken them to 'digital negatives' because they must be processed on a computer using special software to yield optimal results. They're quite different from JPEG images (the universal file format for digital images) and have significant advantages for serious photographers.
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