OpenEXR Image File
General Information
| Title | EXR File Extension |
| Extension | .exr |
| Full Form | OpenEXR Image File |
| File Type | Image File Format |
| Developer | Industrial Light & Magic |
| MIME Type | image/x-exr |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store images |
| Additional Functions | High dynamic range |
| Features | Multi-channel, Floating-point |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High dynamic range |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Film Production | Yes |
| 3D Animation | Yes |
| Image Composition | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Minimal |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Software patching |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2003 |
| Latest Version | 2.4.0 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .hdr, .tiff, .raw |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Blender |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Nuke |
Paid | Windows, Mac, Linux |