Convert NEF to PNG
Convert NEF to PNG online for free. Simply drop your NEF files below to convert them to PNG in seconds.
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How to convert NEF to PNG?
Add NEF files
Drag and drop files onto the page or click the upload area. You can add several files at once.
Choose PNG and settings
Pick the target format and, if needed, adjust quality, size and other options.
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Converting NEF to PNG: what to know
NEF is the RAW format of Nikon cameras. PNG is chosen instead of JPG when the photo has to be saved losslessly, for example for retouching or further editing without compression artifacts.
The photo is developed automatically with default settings, without manual exposure or white balance correction; for fine-tuning use a RAW editor. A photo in PNG is very large, so for sharing and publishing JPG is more practical. EXIF metadata is not copied.
NEF or PNG: which to choose?
NEF (Nikon Electronic Format)
NEF is the RAW format of Nikon cameras with unprocessed sensor data.
Best for shooting with room for editing in Lightroom, darktable and other RAW editors.
PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
PNG stores images without quality loss and supports transparency, but photos in PNG are large.
Best for screenshots, logos, diagrams and any images with transparency or sharp text.
What happens when converting NEF to PNG
NEF is a camera RAW file. It is developed with default settings, without manual exposure or white balance correction; for fine-tuning use a RAW editor.
EXIF metadata, including GPS location, is not copied, and the photo orientation is applied to the pixels.
NEF files up to 256 MB are supported; the actual limit also depends on the free memory of your device.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert NEF to PNG?
Add NEF files above - PNG is already selected as the target format. Adjust the settings if needed, start the conversion and download the PNG files.
Can I change the PNG quality?
Yes. Set the quality from 1 to 100 in the file settings: the lower the value, the smaller the file.