Why is the term RAW image file generally used to describe a variety of file formats, which are sometimes known as digital raw captures?

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because RAW files are fluid and can be whatever the photographer wants them to be

because RAW files are fluid and can be whatever the photographer wants them to be

because RAW files were designed to encompass everything other than JPEG

because RAW files were designed to encompass everything other than JPEG

because RAW files are proprietary

because RAW files are proprietary

because RAW files are non-proprietary

because RAW files are non-proprietary

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The correct response is:

because RAW files are proprietary

RAW image files often have proprietary formats that differ by camera manufacturer, which is why the term RAW can describe a variety of file formats used for digital raw captures.