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Switch it up to make it more versatile. Here are a couple powerful ways to convert the NEF to PNG.","What is NEF to PNG? NEF to PNG is the process of converting a Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) raw image file into a Portable Network Graphics (PNG) file. NEF files capture full-resolution, uncompressed data from Nikon cameras but have limited software compatibility and are difficult to edit or share. Converting NEF to PNG produces a […]","What is NEF to PNG? NEF to PNG is the process of converting a Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) raw image...","\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--what-is-nef-to-png\">What is NEF to PNG?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NEF to PNG is the process of converting a Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) raw image file into a Portable Network Graphics (PNG) file. NEF files capture full-resolution, uncompressed data from Nikon cameras but have limited software compatibility and are difficult to edit or share. Converting NEF to PNG produces a lossless, widely supported file that works across editing tools, platforms, and devices. That makes it a routine task in \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Ffile-management\u002F\">file management\u003C\u002Fa>, the practice of storing, organizing, locating, and distributing digital files.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--what-is-a-nef\">What is a NEF?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fnef-image-file\u002F\">NEF image file\u003C\u002Fa> is a digital format that is the result of a photograph snapped using any model of a Nikon camera. NEF stands for Nikon Electronic Format. It is a raw file that maintains all of the resolution from the original image without any quality loss. The NEF is hard to edit, making it a likely conversion candidate.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--what-is-a-png\">What is a PNG?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fpng-image-file\u002F\">PNG image file\u003C\u002Fa> is a popular, easy-to-use, accessible graphic format that is a raster image. Raster images construct images through detailed designations for different photo sections. The PNG is a lossless file, which indicates it retains its quality and resolution during resizing and compressing.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192641\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png.jpg\" alt=\"A laptop in front of a computer.\" class=\"wp-image-40360\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192641\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png.jpg 800w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192641\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-450x300.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192641\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-768x512.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The PNG is accessible on numerous different systems.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-4--how-to-convert-the-nef-to-png\">How to convert the NEF to PNG\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NEF files unfortunately don’t come with comprehensive digital software that allows users to convert it to a wide range of files. Instead, you’ll need to make an automated conversion using a third-party program. Luckily, this is really easy to do. The most important part of the process is making sure you pick the right type of program. I’ve made it really simple for you by explaining both as follows: there is a system-based converter and a browser-based converter. Let’s start with the system-based converter. This type of program is best for users who have abundant hard drive space, as it stores onto your computer and generally is for anyone with a lot of files to convert. It’s also better for anyone with limited internet access, because it doesn’t require a connection to use after installation. An example of one of these converter types is the \u003Ca href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.batchimageconverter.com\u002Fimage-converter\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PearlMountain\u003C\u002Fa> system, which allows for fast conversions of numerous files at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your other option, if the previous one didn’t suffice, is a browser-based converter. These systems work well for anyone who has a fast internet connection and only a few files to convert. It doesn’t require any installation but instead lets users download and upload files directly. If a user has minimal hard drive space to spare, a browser-based system is perfect. One such converter is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zamzar.com\u002Fconvert\u002Fnef-to-png\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zamzar\u003C\u002Fa>, a fast program with a simple interface. Now that you have a way to make your conversion, it’s important you understand why it’s necessary to convert.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"527\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192640\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-2.jpg\" alt=\"A multi-colored wall.\" class=\"wp-image-40363\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192640\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-2.jpg 800w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192640\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-2-450x296.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192640\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-2-768x506.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003Cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There are different, automated ways to convert the NEF.\u003C\u002Ffigcaption>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-5--why-convert-the-nef-to-png\">Why convert the NEF to PNG?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NEF is typically the beginning product of a process rather than a completed one. It is great in the sense that it shows the exact replication of the photographer’s work but this is the extent of its purpose. When it comes time to do other things, it needs to be much more versatile. This is when it becomes time to convert it. The next question is the equation becomes what do I convert it to?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a file that’s easy to share and edit, the PNG makes a lot of sense. The PNG is simply a lot more accessible than the NEF. A lot of different programs, including common ones, open the PNG without issue. This of course makes it easier to share as well, since the recipient will be able to open it easier. Finally, the NEF just isn’t easy to edit without a conversion. When it’s in the form of a PNG, users can edit it with a wide range of different editing software tools.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It would be nice to retain all of our digital images in the raw, NEF format. However, it’s just not very practical. We would run out of hard drive space quickly and any clients we send them to would be annoyed. When it’s time to convert, make sure you have the right tools to get the job done.\u003C\u002Fp>",4,{"url":37,"url_md":38,"alt":39,"height":40,"width":41},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192640\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-3.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192640\u002Fconvert-nef-to-png-3-450x300.jpg","",533,800,[43],{"id":44,"slug":44,"title":45,"path":46},"photo-management","Photo management","\u002Fpost-category\u002Fphoto-management\u002F",[48,55,62],{"featuredImage":49,"postId":50,"slug":51,"title":52,"description":53,"path":54},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192522\u002Fconvert-pdf-to-png-4-450x338.jpg",41005,"convert-pdf-to-png","An exhaustive guide for how to convert the PDF to PNG","The PDF is a quality, professional document extension containing different media. If you need to use these media types, convert the PDF to PNG. Here's how.","\u002Fblog\u002Fconvert-pdf-to-png\u002F",{"featuredImage":56,"postId":57,"slug":58,"title":59,"description":60,"path":61},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F01\u002F19194140\u002Fbest-photo-organizing-software-22-450x310.jpg",20306,"best-photo-organizing-software","The 7 best photo organizing software programs","The best photo organizing software programs give companies secure, organized image files in a centralized location. Here are seven systems to consider.","\u002Fblog\u002Fbest-photo-organizing-software\u002F",{"featuredImage":63,"postId":64,"slug":65,"title":66,"description":67,"path":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2019\u002F09\u002F19193744\u002Fconvert-png-to-indd-450x450.jpg",34318,"convert-png-to-indd","How to insert a photo in InDesign: A guide to PNG, INDD, and file placement","Is it possible to convert a PNG to an INDD file? The answer is complicated as they are two very separate file types. Here's a detailed breakdown.","\u002Fblog\u002Fconvert-png-to-indd\u002F",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":70},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M9.175 10.825Q8 9.65 8 8t1.175-2.825T12 4t2.825 1.175T16 8t-1.175 2.825T12 12t-2.825-1.175M4 20v-2.8q0-.85.438-1.562T5.6 14.55q1.55-.775 3.15-1.162T12 13t3.25.388t3.15 1.162q.725.375 1.163 1.088T20 17.2V20zm2-2h12v-.8q0-.275-.137-.5t-.363-.35q-1.35-.675-2.725-1.012T12 15t-2.775.338T6.5 16.35q-.225.125-.363.35T6 17.2zm7.413-8.587Q14 8.825 14 8t-.587-1.412T12 6t-1.412.588T10 8t.588 1.413T12 10t1.413-.587M12 18\"\u002F>",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":72},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M12 14q-.425 0-.712-.288T11 13t.288-.712T12 12t.713.288T13 13t-.288.713T12 14m-4.712-.288Q7 13.426 7 13t.288-.712T8 12t.713.288T9 13t-.288.713T8 14t-.712-.288M16 14q-.425 0-.712-.288T15 13t.288-.712T16 12t.713.288T17 13t-.288.713T16 14m-4 4q-.425 0-.712-.288T11 17t.288-.712T12 16t.713.288T13 17t-.288.713T12 18m-4.712-.288Q7 17.426 7 17t.288-.712T8 16t.713.288T9 17t-.288.713T8 18t-.712-.288M16 18q-.425 0-.712-.288T15 17t.288-.712T16 16t.713.288T17 17t-.288.713T16 18M5 22q-.825 0-1.412-.587T3 20V6q0-.825.588-1.412T5 4h1V2h2v2h8V2h2v2h1q.825 0 1.413.588T21 6v14q0 .825-.587 1.413T19 22zm0-2h14V10H5z\"\u002F>",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":74},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M12 20a8 8 0 0 0 8-8a8 8 0 0 0-8-8a8 8 0 0 0-8 8a8 8 0 0 0 8 8m0-18a10 10 0 0 1 10 10a10 10 0 0 1-10 10C6.47 22 2 17.5 2 12A10 10 0 0 1 12 2m.5 5v5.25l4.5 2.67l-.75 1.23L11 13V7z\"\u002F>",1789479971168]