NEF file format

Nikon Electronic Format

NEF is the raw photo format of Nikon cameras. It keeps the full sensor data for editing, so files are large and need a raw editor to open.

Convert NEF to JPG

Where NEF files open

Lightroom

Opens NEF files.

Yes

Mac

Photos and Preview open NEF.

Yes

Windows

Needs the Raw Image Extension from the Microsoft Store.

Partly

Convert NEF to

18 formats

Image

Document

PDF

Other image formats