![]() ![]() A DNG file is significantly smaller than the raw file from your camera. There are a few advantages to DNG files over the manufacturers’ raw files. In this case, I use lossy compression and file them. The only change I would make to these settings is when I have finished with the images and I am archiving them. Here is a copy of my settings when converting to DNG. Embedding the original Raw file is not converting to the DNG format, it’s adding the DNG format. Rather than reducing the load on your storage and CPU, you would be significantly adding to it. Embed Original Raw File – No! Just no.The image loss is minute and you need to print it very large and peer at it with a magnifying glass before you may see any difference. However, if you do not foresee editing the image in the near future or you are archiving it after editing, go ahead and compress it. If you are going to edit the image, then leave this option unchecked (do not compress). What to decide? This depends on your perceived future for the file. Use Lossy Compression – This will significantly reduce the file size but it will result in a slight loss in quality.Plus, the DNG files will be almost half the size of the Raw files even with this option enabled. We shoot Raw so we can have access to all that Raw loveliness when we develop our images. Logically it makes sense to always select this option. Embed Fast Load Data – This allows the images to load faster in the Develop module but it does increase the file size slightly.If you choose full sized, the conversion process will take longer. Remember, this is not permanent and will be changed by Lightroom as you work with the files. JPEG Preview – This determines the size of the embedded preview file. ![]() And, even if you do own such software, don’t use it!
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