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How to convert RAW to NEF?


You can convert RAW files to NEF format in several ways. The most proven option is to download dedicated software that allows you to convert between the RAW and NEF formats. At the bottom you will find a list of software programs that support RAW and NEF files and can also save them in new file formats.

RAW File Type


RAW files are uncompressed versions of a digital photograph. RAW files, also known as Raw Image Data Files, are the original material captured by the camera sensor before any processing is applied. Therefore, they contain more data than JPEG or TIFF formats and must be processed differently in order to be used with other programs.

Full Name Raw Image Data Format
Developer N/A
Category Data Files

NEF File Type


Nikon Electronic File RAW Image can be opened by Nikon ViewNX 2 application, other applications that opens the NEF file. NEF files are images produced by Nikon digital cameras. The NEF file extension stands for "Nikon Electronic File". It is a proprietary but open format for storing raw image data from Nikon digital cameras. It can be opened by Nikon ViewNX 2 application, other applications that opens the NEF file.

Full Name Nikon Electronic Format RAW Image
Developer Nikon
Category Data Files

Software, that convert RAW files


The list contains a list of dedicated software for converting RAW and NEF files. The list may also include programs that support RAW files and allow you to save them with different file extensions.


RAW to NEF Converters

  • ACDSee Photo Manager iconACDSee Photo Manager
  • Adobe Photoshop iconAdobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Photoshop for Mac iconAdobe Photoshop for Mac
  • Adobe Photoshop Lightroom iconAdobe Photoshop Lightroom
  • Adobe Photoshop Lightroom for Mac iconAdobe Photoshop Lightroom for Mac
  • ArcSoft PhotoStudio iconArcSoft PhotoStudio
  • darktable icondarktable
  • HDR Darkroom iconHDR Darkroom
  • PhotoFiltre Studio iconPhotoFiltre Studio
  • RAW2NEF iconRAW2NEF
  • RAW2NEF for Mac iconRAW2NEF for Mac
  • Zoner Photo Studio iconZoner Photo Studio
  • 12 RAW to NEF converters

RAW and NEF conversions