RGB to XYZ Converter

Convert RGB colors to CIE XYZ color space with scientific precision using standard sRGB to XYZ matrix transformation. Fundamental color science tool for color management, research, and as the bridge between device-dependent and device-independent color spaces.

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Quick Presets

Common RGB colors for quick conversion

Input

Enter RGB values to convert to CIE XYZ color space.

Red (R)

Green (G)

Blue (B)

How it works: Converts RGB to CIE XYZ color space using the standard sRGB matrix transformation. XYZ is a device-independent color space that serves as an intermediate step for many color conversions.

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What is RGB to XYZ Converter?

The RGB to XYZ Converter transforms RGB color values to the CIE XYZ device-independent color space. It applies the sRGB transfer function (linearization) and the standard RGB-to-XYZ transformation matrix using the D65 illuminant. The output includes X, Y, Z components. All processing happens in the browser.

How does RGB to XYZ Converter work?

This tool normalizes RGB to 0-1, applies the sRGB inverse companding function to linearize, then multiplies by the 3x3 RGB-to-XYZ matrix (D65). The result is X, Y, Z tristimulus values.

Key Features

Converts RGB to XYZ
Uses sRGB and D65 illuminant
Shows individual X, Y, Z components
Six decimal place precision
Copy values to clipboard
Runs in the browser with no uploads
Real-time conversion
Standard CIE formulas

Common Use Cases

When and why you might need this tool

Converting RGB to LAB
Use RGB to XYZ as an intermediate step to convert RGB to LAB.
ICC color management
Convert device RGB to XYZ for use in ICC profile color management workflows.
Cross-device color matching
Convert RGB values to the device-independent XYZ space for accurate color matching.
Color science calculations
Provide XYZ input for color appearance models and other color science computations.

How to Use This Tool

Step-by-step guide to get the best results

Enter RGB values

Type RGB values (0-255) or use the color picker.

View the XYZ values

The tool shows the X, Y, Z components.

Copy the result

Copy the XYZ values.

Pro Tips

1
XYZ is device-independent: it represents color the same way regardless of the display or printer.
2
The D65 white point is the standard for sRGB.
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XYZ serves as a hub for converting between other color spaces (LAB, LUV, etc.).
4
Typical XYZ values for sRGB colors are in the range 0-1.