How to convert JP2 to TIFF
- Add your .JP2 file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .TIFF in a few seconds.
- Download your new .TIFF file.
What to expect
- TIFF output is lossless only when you choose LZW, ZIP, or uncompressed - avoid any lossy TIFF option for archival copies.
- Some tools may downscale 16-bit JP2 files to 8-bit on export; check the export settings if bit depth matters.
- If your
.jp2carries GeoJP2 georeferencing metadata, plain converters strip it - use GDAL (gdal_translate -of GTiff input.jp2 output.tiff) to keep the georeference.
Frequently asked questions
Does converting JP2 to TIFF lose quality?
Not if the JP2 was lossless and you export with LZW or uncompressed TIFF. If the JP2 used lossy compression, that loss is already baked in - conversion adds nothing more.
Can I convert JP2 to TIFF on macOS without installing anything?
Yes - macOS Preview opens
.jp2 natively; use File > Export, pick TIFF, and save.Why does ImageMagick fail on my JP2?
The OpenJPEG delegate is likely missing from your build - install
libopenjp2 or download a build from imagemagick.org that lists OpenJPEG in its delegates.Will TIFF keep the alpha channel if my JP2 has one?
Yes, TIFF supports alpha channels and tools such as Photoshop, ImageMagick, and GIMP transfer transparency correctly.
Programs that convert JP2: Adobe Photoshop · Adobe Illustrator · ERDAS IMAGINE · GIMP · reaConverter · Adobe Photoshop for Mac · Adobe Illustrator for Mac · Preview