What is MIME type "image/x-raw-casio"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

This MIME type image/x-raw-casio is used by Casio digital cameras to store raw sensor data. It holds an unprocessed image that preserves most details from the original capture.

This format is designed for situations where you want the best quality for later image editing and adjustments. It lets software work with detailed information that standard image files might lose.

• Main use: Maintaining maximum image quality by storing unaltered data.
• Editing: Ideal for post-processing in photo editing tools.
• Archiving: Useful for keeping a digital copy of the sensor data for archive purposes.

Files using this MIME type have the extension BAY and are specific to Casio cameras.

For more technical details on raw image formats, you can visit this page on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.bay

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: image/x-raw-casio
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="image/x-raw-casio">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'image/x-raw-casio');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.bay