How to Convert NEFs to TIFFs for CS2
NEF files are RAW image formats used in most SLR Nikon cameras. TIFF files are a much larger size than NEF images and contains no quality loss or compression. The only way to use NEF files is to convert with them the free Nikon software. Adobe Photoshop CS2 does not support NEF files, but does support TIFF files. By converting these files, you are free to edit and modify your photos in Adobe Photoshop CS2.
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Instructions
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Open the ViewMX program and locate your NEF files to convert by clicking and selecting them from a group of folders on the left bottom of the program window.
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Highlight all files to be converted, then click "Convert Files" at the top right of the program window.
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Click "TIFF" from the first drop-down box. Continue to modify your files by selecting the compression and image size. You may also select where to save and whether or not to change the file names. Choose your TIFF size from 8 bit or 16 bit and drag the notch to your desired compression size. The higher on the slide you drag it, the bigger the file size and higher the quality will be. You may also change the image size if you want to use the pictures for Web viewing, such as making the picture less than 800 pixels in width. Your save folder is listed under "Save in." If you wish to change folders, click "Browse" and select your desired folder.
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Click "OK" when done selecting your options. All your converted files will be placed in your previous specified folder.
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Open Adobe Photoshop CS2 and click "File" to locate your newly converted TIFF files.
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