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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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Radiance HDR (.hdr)

HDR stands for High Dynamic Range, and in the context of Radiance, it refers to a file format used for storing high-quality images. The Radiance HDR format was developed as part of the Radiance rendering system, which originated in the late 1980s at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Its primary use is in the field of computer graphics, where it captures a wider range of luminance levels compared to standard formats, enabling more realistic lighting effects. This format is particularly beneficial for tasks requiring precise light measurements and accurate visualizations, making it indispensable for professionals in fields such as architectural visualization and visual effects.

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How to convert NEF to HDR?

  1. Upload NEF File

    Drag & drop any NEF file from your device or click the Choose File button to proceed.

  2. Select NEF Tools

    Use the tools available for converting NEF to HDR and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your HDR

    Give it a moment for the HDR conversion to complete, then download your file afterward.

Convert NEF to HDR

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change NEF format to HDR?

To change NEF format to HDR, 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 HDR file afterward.

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Convert NEF to HDR 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 hdr

Convert NEF to HDR 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 hdr

Convert NEF to HDR 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 hdr

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