What is a JP2 file?
JP2 (JPEG 2000) is a wavelet-based format used in medical imaging, digital cinema and archives. It was introduced in 2000 by Joint Photographic Experts Group.
What JP2 is good at
- Lossless and lossy in one format
- High bit depth
- Standard for archives and DICOM
Where JP2 falls short
- Browsers other than Safari can't show it
- Slow to decode
When to use JP2
- Digital libraries and archives
- Medical and geospatial images
- High-bit-depth masters
Where JP2 files open
JP2 files open in Safari, Photoshop, GIMP, Preview and archive systems.
JP2 compared with PNG
JP2 or PNG? JP2 is best for digital libraries and archives. PNG is best for screenshots and UI graphics. Convert JP2 to PNG or convert PNG to JP2.
Frequently asked questions
What is a JP2 file?
JP2 (JPEG 2000) is a wavelet-based format used in medical imaging, digital cinema and archives. It was introduced in 2000 by Joint Photographic Experts Group.
What are the advantages of JP2?
Lossless and lossy in one format; high bit depth; standard for archives and dicom.
What are the drawbacks of JP2?
Browsers other than safari can't show it; slow to decode.
What programs open JP2 files?
JP2 files open in Safari, Photoshop, GIMP, Preview and archive systems.
How do I convert a JP2 file?
Choose the JP2 converter you need from the list on this page, drop in your file and press Convert. You get your new file in seconds, free and without sign-up.