How to convert your SUN file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your SUN file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert SUN to another file type
The converter easily converts your SUN file to various formats—free and online. No Photoshop or extra software needed.
- SUN to JPG
- SUN to PDF
- SUN to PNG
- SUN to GIF
- SUN to BMP
- SUN to TIFF
- SUN to TIF
- SUN to WEBP
- SUN to ICO
- SUN to CUR
- SUN to PSD
- SUN to PSB
Convert a file to SUN
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the SUN file type—in the best quality.
- RAW to SUN
- PNG to SUN
- AI to SUN
- NEF to SUN
- PSB to SUN
- DNG to SUN
- SVG to SUN
- GIF to SUN
- EPS to SUN
- JPG to SUN
- ARW to SUN
- PDF to SUN
About SUN files
SUN file types are associated with the Sun Microsystems and usually come in the form of raster graphics files, such as the Sun Raster image format (.ras). Primarily used on Unix systems, these files are known for their simplicity but lack widespread compatibility with modern software, which can make handling them a bit challenging.
One of the main considerations when dealing with SUN files is the limited support across different platforms. While they were once popular in specific environments, today, fewer programs natively support these files. You can use software like GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) or IrfanView to open and convert SUN files. For more information, you can refer to the Wikipedia page on Sun Raster.
When converting SUN files, you can change them into various formats such as JPEG (.jpg), PNG (.png), BMP (.bmp), and TIFF (.tiff). However, challenges arise due to potential quality loss during conversion and the necessity of choosing the correct software to maintain the integrity of the original file.
While SUN files have their drawbacks, such as limited color depth and compatibility issues, converting them into more widely-used formats can enhance accessibility and usability. This is where Convert.Guru comes in handy. By dragging and dropping your SUN files into the Convert.Guru conversion tool, you can seamlessly transform them into a format that suits your needs.
In summary, while SUN files serve their purpose in specific contexts, using an easy and efficient conversion tool like Convert.Guru ensures that your files can be accessed and utilized without the hassle of software limitations.
The SUN 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 SUN converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.