Opening an NFE File

The NFE file type is primarily associated with Nikon Capture.

NFEFile Extension NFE
File extension: NFE
File type:  Fisheye Lens Info File

What is an NFE file?

NFE files mostly belong to Nikon Capture by Nikon Inc. Nikon Capture allows you to make fundamental and subtle adjustments to your Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) files-without compromising the original file's integrity.

How do you open NFE files?

You need a suitable software like Nikon Capture to open an NFE file. You need a suitable software like Nikon Capture from Nikon Inc. to open an NFE file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your NFE file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a NFE file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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4 Steps to Open an Unknown .NFE File

Because .NFE files come from different programs, they aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: A photographer's workflow suggests a Nikon Fisheye Lens Info file, while a Brazilian business context implies an electronic invoice (Nota Fiscal Eletrônica).
  2. Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
    • <?xml indicates a readable Brazilian e-invoice.
    • Binary magic bytes suggest a proprietary Nikon data file.
  3. Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required. Try Nikon Capture or an XML reader, and ask the sender if uncertain.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop the file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for NFE File Extension

Program ID:
NikonCapture.FishEye
Related files:

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: NikonCapture.FishEye
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Nikon\NCapture4\NCapture.exe

ProgramID: Nikon.CaptureNX.set
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Nikon\Capture NX\Capture NX.exe


an nfe Fisheye Lens Info File is a special file format by Nikon Inc. and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with NFE files

  • Associate the NFE file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open fisheye lens info files. Because only the current version supports the latest NFE file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Nikon Inc. manufacturer website after an available Nikon Capture update.
  • To make sure that your NFE file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .NFE file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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