Free online E57 to LAS converter
Convert terrestrial scanner point clouds from E57 to LAS for LiDAR and GIS workflows.
E57 to LAS
This online conversion is temporarily unavailable. We are working on restoring it.
How to convert e57 to las file
- 3D modeling
- No ratings yet.
101convert.com assistant
16m
Survey and scanning software may accept LAS point clouds but not E57, so terrestrial scan data has to be converted before it can be loaded into a LiDAR workflow. Conversion also makes point data easier to exchange with tools that use LAS.
What the E57 format is
E57 is an ASTM format for 3D imaging data, commonly used to exchange terrestrial laser-scanner data. It can contain point clouds, scan positions, images, and metadata in one file. Scanner software such as FARO SCENE, Leica Cyclone, and Trimble RealWorks can create or export E57 files.
What the LAS format is
LAS is an ASPRS binary format for exchanging LiDAR point data. It stores coordinates and can also carry attributes such as intensity, classification, and RGB color, depending on the LAS point format. Choose it when your GIS, point-cloud editor, or LiDAR processing software requires LAS input.
How to convert E57 to LAS
Online on 101convert.com
- Upload the E57 file on the converter page.
- Select LAS as the output format and start the conversion.
- Download the converted file when it is ready. The page supports batch conversion; check its displayed per-file size limit before uploading.
Offline with desktop software
CloudCompare is free, open-source software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Open the E57 using File → Open, select the point cloud or clouds in the DB Tree, then use File → Save and choose LAS as the output format. Review the LAS export options, including coordinate scale and offset if offered, before saving. If the E57 contains several scans, confirm whether you want to export them separately or select them together.
Global Mapper is commercial Windows software that can import E57 point clouds and export LAS. Open the E57 with File → Open Data File(s), then use File → Export → Export Lidar Format (LAS/LAZ) and choose LAS in the export options. Menu labels can vary by version.
Quality and compatibility
LAS stores point records, not the full E57 scan package. Images, scanner poses, and some E57-specific metadata may not transfer; verify which attributes the export retains. Coordinate scale and offset determine how precisely LAS represents coordinates, so check them when working with large coordinate values or requiring fine precision. Confirm that the receiving application supports the LAS version and point format produced.
Note: This e57 to las conversion record is incomplete, must be verified, and may contain inaccuracies. Please vote below whether you found this information helpful or not.
Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org
Frequently asked questions
Is the E57 to LAS converter free?
Yes, converting E57 to LAS on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my E57 file be?
You can upload E57 files up to 30 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 500 MB per file and 5 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert E57 to LAS?
No. The E57 to LAS conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid E57 file for this E57 to LAS conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.