What is MIME type "image/x-nikon-nrw"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

image/x-nikon-nrw is the MIME type for Nikon’s raw image files.
It identifies files that store unprocessed data from a camera’s sensor, allowing for flexible, high-quality post-processing.
These files are usually saved with the NRW file extension.

High Data Fidelity: The file retains extensive details and dynamic range from the sensor.
Editing Flexibility: It provides photographers with greater latitude to adjust exposure, color balance, and other aspects in editing software.
Proprietary Format: This format is tailored for Nikon cameras and requires supportive software to convert or process the images.

For more technical insights, see the details on raw image formats at Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.nrw

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: image/x-nikon-nrw

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="image/x-nikon-nrw">Download file</a>

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:


    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'image/x-nikon-nrw');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.nrw

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.