How to convert your FITS file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your FITS file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert FITS to another file type
The converter easily converts your FITS file to various formats—free and online. No Photoshop or extra software needed.
- FITS to TIFF
- FITS to JPG
- FITS to CSV
- FITS to PNG
- FITS to RAW
- FITS to ASCII
- FITS to PDF
- FITS to GIF
- FITS to BMP
- FITS to TIF
- FITS to WEBP
- FITS to ICO
Convert a file to FITS
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the FITS file type—in the best quality.
- RAW to FITS
- PNG to FITS
- AI to FITS
- NEF to FITS
- PSB to FITS
- DNG to FITS
- SVG to FITS
- GIF to FITS
- EPS to FITS
- JPG to FITS
- ARW to FITS
- PDF to FITS
About FITS files
FITS, or Flexible Image Transport System (FITS on Wikipedia), is a file format primarily used in astronomy for storing and managing scientific data. While it is excellent for handling complex data with metadata, converting FITS files to more commonly used formats can be challenging.
FITS files can be converted to various formats such as JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and more. Software programs like DS9 and Astropy offer desktop solutions for conversion. However, these require a degree of technical knowledge and might not be user-friendly for everyone.
Important considerations when converting FITS files include preserving data integrity and ensuring that metadata is not lost. The process can be complex due to the file's scientific nature and the specialized software required.
Despite its usefulness in scientific fields, FITS files have drawbacks, such as large file sizes and compatibility issues outside specialized software. These challenges can make the FITS format difficult to manage for casual users.
That's why using Convert.Guru is highly recommended. Our platform simplifies the process, allowing you to drag-n-drop your FITS files for easy conversion to different formats. While FITS is valuable for specialized purposes, Convert.Guru ensures a user-friendly experience for converting your FITS files to more accessible formats, all without the headache of complex software.
The FITS Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best FITS converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.