Convert PEF to NEF
| File Extension | PEF |
| Full Name | Pentax Digital Camera Raw Image Format |
PEF file extension is used for uncompressed RAW images created using Pentax digital and reflex cameras. The file stores image imformation exactly how it was captured by camera sensors, with no compression or color adjustments.
| File Extension | NEF |
| Full Name | Nikon Digital SLR Camera RAW Image Format |
Files with the .NEF extension contain uncompressed digital images saved in raw form, namely just as they were captured by the digital camera CCD sensor, using a 12-bit or 14-bit format.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "PEF") to another (referred to as "NEF"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, PEF file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format PEF to format NEF becomes essential.
So, how can we perform PEF to NEF file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format PEF and transforming it into format NEF. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of PEF to NEF converters.
Conversion from PEF to NEF
PEF to NEF
How to convert the PEF file to NEF?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of PEF to NEF. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the PEF file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file PEF, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the PEF file to the application
- Select the output format of the NEF file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file NEF on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted NEF file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the PEF format:
Other conversions
to the NEF format:
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.