View NX2, I am a convert

[jeremy rundle]

I have rarely used the FREE software that comes with gear, and I believe this to be true for many people, we buy elements, photoshop and more failing to see just how good what free really is.

 

I had a need to download the latest version of NX2 and it is amazing, NEF files that elements could not convert were done in moments edited and saved and I am talking quite a few, now you can also edit a hour of video not just the old 30 mins.

 

So if you have not tried your free software for a while, download the latest and be impressed.

[NannyFerret]

Good point. I wiould like to do a small video of our little dog playing football to send to the Small Dog rescue that we had her from, so I think I will re-install the software for my camera..

Edited April 27, 2014 by NannyFerret

[Black Pearl]

The other thing to remember about branded software is t will read the tags on your RAW files and carry over info such as colour mode, picture mode, sharpness, contrast, mono/colour.....in other words all the stuff you set on your camera that is lost when imposting into independent converters. 

Of course with a RAW file you can alter them all as much as you like but it is handy if you tend to set stuff in your camera. 

[colinb]

I have been using ViewNX2 for as long as I have owned a Nikon. Excellent software that even makes batch processing a doddle, can't recommend it enough. 

[jeremy rundle]

Unfortunately I have just started using it, it is very good

[ChrisLumix]

I have rarely used the FREE software that comes with gear, and I believe this to be true for many people, we buy elements, photoshop and more failing to see just how good what free really is.

 

I had a need to download the latest version of NX2 and it is amazing, NEF files that elements could not convert were done in moments edited and saved and I am talking quite a few, now you can also edit a hour of video not just the old 30 mins.

 

So if you have not tried your free software for a while, download the latest and be impressed.

 

Except it isn't free - you just paid for it when you bought the gear...

[colinb]

Except it isn't free - you just paid for it when you bought the gear...

 

Chris it is FREE - you can go onto the Nikon web site and download it anytime you wish, you can do so even if you do not own a Nikon or if you have bought a used camera that has no disc.

Edited April 30, 2014 by colinb

[jeremy rundle]

I agree anyone can download it

[ChrisLumix]

Chris it is FREE - you can go onto the Nikon web site and download it anytime you wish, you can do so even if you do not own a Nikon or if you have bought a used camera that has no disc.

 

That's different from the SILKYPIX software with Panasonics, then. I uploaded the software from my camera's CD, then I was 'urged' to upgrade to the latest version which I did, only to find myself on a 30-day trial. Grrr.

[colinb]

Nikon also 'do' 2 other software programmes but these you do have to purchase

 

Capture NX2 - a far more complex tool than ViewNX . To be honest I would suggest buying Adobes Lightroom rather than Capture NX2, whilst it is very good I think both Photoshop and LR are better. For Windows xp pro or higher and macintosh.

 

Camera Control Pro 2 - Lets you remotely control and view through your camera (including exposure, shutter and aperture) via your desktop, laptop, etc. And WiFi or Ethernet connection is possible.

 

I have never been able to get my hands on this software to try and whilst it is probably more suitable to studio work I think it might be useful for those of you who own a Nikon and shoot macro??

Edited May 1, 2014 by colinb