IMX files are associated with DaVis, a paid data acquisition and visualization software developed by LaVision. DaVis can be used to visualize fluid dynamics, combustion or material deformation. IMX files store images used by DaVis program.

In order to fully utilize DaVis capabilities, appropriate external devices are required. There are over 100 various lasers and cameras compatible with DaVis available on the market. DaVis is compatible with 64-bit Linux and Windows operating systems.