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April 11, 2023
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Can I convert my .heic photos (from my phone) to RAW files? In PS? In LR?

  • April 11, 2023
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I googled this and couldn't find a straight answer. Help!! Thanks!

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Correct answer Stephen Marsh

A rendered file can't be turned into a raw camera file. 

 

This is similar to expecting to be able to extract raw eggs or flour from a baked cake.

 

It is possible to save a rendered file into a DNG file, but that doesn't convert it into a raw camera file.

 

If you want raw camera data from an iPhone, then you need to install and use a 3rd party app that supports raw data, or if you have a "Pro" model phone there are other options.

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Stephen Marsh
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Community Expert
April 11, 2023

A rendered file can't be turned into a raw camera file. 

 

This is similar to expecting to be able to extract raw eggs or flour from a baked cake.

 

It is possible to save a rendered file into a DNG file, but that doesn't convert it into a raw camera file.

 

If you want raw camera data from an iPhone, then you need to install and use a 3rd party app that supports raw data, or if you have a "Pro" model phone there are other options.

Participant
April 11, 2023
That’s a bummer but a GREAT explanation!! Thanks!!
Stephen Marsh
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April 11, 2023

You're welcome, please mark my reply as the correct answer then to close off this topic.