AVIF vs Olympus RAW: Which Should You Use?

Side-by-side comparison of AVIF and Olympus RAW image formats — features, pros, cons, and conversion options.

Quick Answer

AVIF is best for Modern web images with best size-to-quality ratio. Olympus RAW is best for Professional photography with Olympus and OM System cameras.

Quick Verdict

AVIF Best for Modern web images with best size-to-quality ratio

✓ Best compression for images
✓ Supports lossy and lossless
✓ HDR and wide color gamut
✗ Slow encoding

Olympus RAW Best for Professional photography with Olympus and OM System cameras

✓ Full sensor data preserved
✓ High-quality image capture
✓ 12-bit color depth
✗ Very large files

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Specs Comparison

Side-by-side technical comparison of AVIF and Olympus RAW

Feature	AVIF	Olympus RAW
Category	Image	Image
Year Introduced	2019	2003
MIME Type	image/avif	image/x-olympus-orf
Extensions	.avif	.orf
Animation	✓	✗
Hdr	✓	✓
Lossless	✓	✓
Lossy	✓	✗
Max Color Depth	12-bit	12-bit
Transparency	✓	✗

Pros & Cons

AVIF

Pros

✓ Best compression for images
✓ Supports lossy and lossless
✓ HDR and wide color gamut

Cons

✗ Slow encoding
✗ Limited editor support
✗ Newer format with growing adoption

Olympus RAW

Pros

✓ Full sensor data preserved
✓ High-quality image capture
✓ 12-bit color depth

Cons

✗ Very large files
✗ Requires specialized software
✗ Olympus cameras only

When to Use Each

Choose AVIF when...

You need files optimized for Modern web images with best size-to-quality ratio
Best compression for images
Supports lossy and lossless
You need lossless quality

Choose Olympus RAW when...

You need files optimized for Professional photography with Olympus and OM System cameras
Full sensor data preserved
High-quality image capture
You need lossless quality

How to Convert

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between AVIF and Olympus RAW?

AVIF is best for Modern web images with best size-to-quality ratio, while Olympus RAW is best for Professional photography with Olympus and OM System cameras. Both are image formats but they differ in compression, compatibility, and intended use cases.

Is AVIF or Olympus RAW better for image?

It depends on your use case. AVIF is better for Modern web images with best size-to-quality ratio. Olympus RAW is better for Professional photography with Olympus and OM System cameras. Consider your specific requirements when choosing between them.

How do I convert AVIF to Olympus RAW?

Direct conversion from AVIF to Olympus RAW is not currently available on ChangeThisFile. You may need to use an intermediate format.

Can I convert Olympus RAW to AVIF?

Yes. ChangeThisFile supports Olympus RAW to AVIF conversion. Upload your file for server-side conversion — files are auto-deleted after processing.

Which is smaller, AVIF or Olympus RAW?

File size depends on the content and compression settings. AVIF uses lossy compression for smaller files. Olympus RAW preserves full quality. For the smallest files, choose the format with lossy compression that meets your quality needs.

Does AVIF support animation?

Yes, AVIF supports animation, but Olympus RAW does not. This may be important depending on your use case.

Is AVIF or Olympus RAW free to use?

Both AVIF and Olympus RAW are supported file formats that are free to use. You can convert between them for free on ChangeThisFile — server-side conversions are free with no signup required.

Which format is newer, AVIF or Olympus RAW?

AVIF is newer — it was introduced in 2019, while Olympus RAW dates back to 2003. Newer formats often offer better compression and features, but older formats tend to have wider compatibility.