ASMP speaks out on RAW issue

American Society of Media Photographers recently posted their opinion to the hot issue of RAW file formats.

As digital camera manufactures continue to encrypt and discontinue the RAW file formats according to ASMP they inhibit photographers and clients from using these photos. While Fotolia supports the promotion of RAW technology we also ask that manufactures find solutions to the photographers concerns about RAW files.

More details from ASMP.

ASMP’s position on proprietary RAW formats

The American Society of Media Photographers is deeply concerned at the developing crisis that is threatening continued access to the world’s photographic heritage. The RAW format1 is fast becoming the standard for professional and other serious imaging. Encryption and the abandonment and termination of support for older RAW formats put in jeopardy the future use of many digital photographs.

As a result, the ability of photographers, clients, librarians, educators, and the public at large to access, use and control the photographs that make up our historical heritage and the economic livelihoods of professional photographers is at serious risk.

It is urgent that the manufacturers of digital cameras look beyond their respective, short-term business plans and act for the good of future generations. ASMP implores them to do so and offers to work with them and all other interested parties towards ongoing and open access to images without regard to proprietary technology. The visual history of the world requires no less.

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