Convert CR2 to J2K

The CR2 (Canon Raw 2) file extension, developed by Canon Inc., is a digital image format used for capturing high-quality raw data from a camera's sensor. Introduced in 2004 with the Canon EOS-1D Mark II, the CR2 format preserves all the original details and metadata, allowing for extensive post-processing flexibility. It is preferred by professional photographers and IT specialists in image processing for its ability to retain maximum image information, facilitating enhanced editing and manipulation capabilities. The CR2 files are integral to workflows that require precision and detail, making them indispensable in fields like digital photography, imaging technology, and computer graphics.

The J2K file extension stands for JPEG 2000 Code Stream Syntax, a part of the JPEG 2000 standard developed by the Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG). Introduced in 2000, JPEG 2000 offers superior image compression and quality compared to the original JPEG format. The J2K codestream is highly flexible, supporting both lossy and lossless compression, and allows for scalable decoding, which means images can be efficiently accessed at various resolutions and quality levels. This makes J2K ideal for applications requiring high-quality image storage and transmission, such as medical imaging, digital cinema, and satellite imagery.