- Extension
- .bw
- .ce2
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Raster Image
- Raster Image
- Developer
- Silicon Graphics, Inc.
- Digital Vision
- Description
- The bw file type is associated with Silicon Graphics RGB, a bitmap image format developed by Silicon Graphics, Inc. (SGI). It is specifically designed for grayscale images, utilizing a single channel to represent varying shades of black and white. The format is known for its use in graphics and visualization applications, especially in environments where Silicon Graphics workstations were prevalent. BW files are capable of storing high-quality images with efficient compression, making them suitable for both professional graphics work and scientific visualization.
- The ce2 file type is associated with ComputerEyes Raw, a format used for storing raw image data captured with the ComputerEyes video frame capture system. This format is primarily designed to save unprocessed images directly from the device, allowing for greater flexibility in post-capture editing and analysis. The ce2 files contain raw pixel data without any compression or color processing, making them ideal for users requiring the highest possible fidelity and detail for their imaging projects. However, due to their raw nature, ce2 files typically require specialized software to open and edit.
- MIME Type
- image/x-rgb
- image/ce2
