HIF Image Extensions 1.2.62.0 is Microsoft's free HEIF Image Extensions package, the add-on that lets Windows 10 and 11 open .hif photos from Canon, Sony and Fujifilm cameras once the free HEVC decoder is installed too.

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HIF Image Extensions interface, screenshot 1

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