NPD Converter
Convert NPD files online for free
Drop or upload your .NPD file
How to convert your NPD file
- Click Select File above, and choose your NPD file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert NPD to another file type
The converter easily converts your NPD file to various formats—free and online. No Photoshop or extra software needed.
- NPD to JPG
- NPD to PDF
- NPD to PNG
- NPD to GIF
- NPD to BMP
- NPD to TIFF
- NPD to TIF
- NPD to WEBP
- NPD to ICO
- NPD to CUR
- NPD to PSD
- NPD to PSB
Convert a file to NPD
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the NPD file type—in the best quality.
- RAW to NPD
- PNG to NPD
- AI to NPD
- NEF to NPD
- PSB to NPD
- DNG to NPD
- SVG to NPD
- GIF to NPD
- EPS to NPD
- JPG to NPD
- ARW to NPD
- PDF to NPD
About NPD files
NPD files are proprietary formats typically associated with Nikon's Capture NX software, primarily used for storing non-destructive photo edits. While useful within the Nikon ecosystem, they pose challenges when sharing or editing outside of Nikon software. As a result, converting NPD files into more widely accepted formats is often necessary.
Conversion Methods and Software:
- Adobe Photoshop: A powerful tool that can open NPD files and save them as JPEG, PNG, or TIFF.
- GIMP: An open-source alternative supporting conversions to formats like JPEG, PNG, and TIFF.
File Extensions for Conversion:
NPD files can be converted into several formats, including JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and BMP, each serving different purposes. JPEGs are ideal for web use, PNGs support transparency, TIFFs are preferred for high-quality prints, and BMPs are useful for certain software applications.
Considerations and Challenges:
Conversion can be challenging due to the potential loss of non-destructive editing capabilities inherent in NPD files. Furthermore, ensuring color accuracy and maintaining image quality are critical. Proprietary aspects of the NPD format can also complicate conversions.
Drawbacks of NPD Files:
The limitations of NPD files, such as software dependency and compatibility issues, necessitate conversion for broader usability. These drawbacks highlight the importance of using reliable conversion tools.
For a seamless and straightforward conversion experience, we recommend using Convert.Guru. Simply drag-and-drop your NPD files onto the website to convert them safely and reliably into different formats. Enjoy the ease of use and flexibility provided by Convert.Guru.
The NPD Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best NPD converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.