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Convert NEF images to CAL format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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Nikon Electronic Format (.nef)

The NEF refers to Nikon Electronic Format, a raw image file from Nikon cameras particularly for Nikon digital SLR and some mirrorless cameras, that encapsulates detailed color and light data, ensuring high-quality images with editable flexibility. It's optimal for professionals, providing extensive metadata for advanced photo editing.

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Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support Type 1 Image (.cal)

The CAL file extension, known as CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) Type 1 Image, is a 1-bit black-and-white raster image format developed by the U.S. Department of Defense in the mid-1980s to standardize graphics data interchange for military documentation. It is primarily used for storing and sharing monochrome images while retaining orientation metadata. The format supports both uncompressed and compressed (using CCITT Group 4 compression) images.

CAL Converter

How to convert NEF to CAL?

  1. Upload NEF File

    Select any NEF image you wish to convert by clicking the Choose File button.

  2. Select NEF Tools

    Use any available NEF to CAL tools on the preview page and click Convert.

  3. Download Your CAL

    You will be redirected to the download page to see the conversion status and download your CAL file.

Convert NEF to CAL

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change NEF format to CAL?

To change NEF format to CAL, upload your NEF file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your NEF file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted CAL file afterward.

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Convert NEF to CAL on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to NEF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your NEF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert NEF_INPUT_FILE --to cal

Convert NEF to CAL on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to NEF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your NEF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert NEF_INPUT_FILE --to cal

Convert NEF to CAL on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to NEF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your NEF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert NEF_INPUT_FILE --to cal

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