Python and 16 Bit Tiff

Question

How can I convert and save a 16 bit single-channel TIF in Python?

I can load a 16 and 32 bit image without an issue, and see that the 32 bit image is mode F

Answer 1

For lossless conversion from 16 bit grayscale TIFF to PNG use PythonMagick:

from PythonMagick import Image
Image('pinei_2002300_1525_modis_ch02.tif').write("foo.png")