Preview DNG files are bnw

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122xv
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Preview DNG files are bnw

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When previewing/opening DNGs from the SD card on my Leica Q2, the files have the colour profile that I used when taking the photo (bnw for instance) while my expectation would be to see the unedited DNG file in colour, just like when opening in other software.
Not sure if I am explaining it well but I am opening the DNG file, and not a JPG version of the DNG file. The reason for having an in-camera bnw colour profile is to help me with the composition.
Maybe it's just the way it works in XnView (and that's fine too), in any case, any help/tips are welcome!
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Re: Preview DNG files are bnw

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check settings in 'Camera RAW' tab (Settings > Read)
make sure you use Full/Half size in 'Camera RAW, use' (Settings > View)
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