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Mar 23, 2016 06:39:00   #
dcampbell52 Loc: Clearwater Fl
 
Yes, you can use Lightroom in tethered mode on the D7100 or you can use Nikon's Camera Control Pro which is a full blown tethering software. I personally prefer Camera Control Pro from Nikon for tethered shots because it gives better access to all of the camera's features from the computer rather than just a couple. I can change Shutter, Aperture, ISO, etc. It also works in Wi-Fi with those cameras that have a Wi-Fi attachment (NOTE: Camera Control Pro 2 only works with supported Nikon Cameras). But I can do about anything with it on my camera and software that I can do holding the camera. With Lightroom, my options for adjustment are limited.

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Mar 23, 2016 06:43:32   #
asjohnston3 Loc: Irving, TX
 
Bobspez wrote:
Digi cam control works great on my D7000. I can focus right from the keyboard and take the shot as well. Much better than Nikon's product.

I'm going to give it a shot..... just ordered the cable....
http://smile.amazon.com/TetherPro-Male-Mini-B-feet-Orange/dp/B00EPXQ28W?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

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Mar 23, 2016 06:46:18   #
asjohnston3 Loc: Irving, TX
 
bdk wrote:
I used Digicam on my 5200, worked ok, but a bit slow, not sure if it was the laptop or the software.

I'm on board..... (love your Avatar!)

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Mar 23, 2016 06:54:04   #
asjohnston3 Loc: Irving, TX
 
queencitysanta wrote:
i use a tethering cable from Macbook Pro to camera and lightroom does the rest

Based on the feedback so far, it looks like the control features in Lightroom are limited compared to other options like Digicamcontrol..... However, this all remains to be seen. I do have Lightroom & will probably try it as well.

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Mar 23, 2016 06:57:31   #
asjohnston3 Loc: Irving, TX
 
Bobspez wrote:
Digi cam control works great on my D7000. I can focus right from the keyboard and take the shot as well. Much better than Nikon's product.

Digicam seems to have the most support so far..... Just installed it....

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Mar 23, 2016 07:00:15   #
asjohnston3 Loc: Irving, TX
 
OnDSnap wrote:
I do it through LR using a 15ft. Tether Pro 5 pin USB Mini B cable With Nikon bodies.

Could that be the 8 pin cable?
http://smile.amazon.com/TetherPro-Male-Mini-B-feet-Orange/dp/B00EPXQ28W?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
That's the one I ordered.... The reviews indicate it works with a 7100...

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Mar 23, 2016 07:02:11   #
asjohnston3 Loc: Irving, TX
 
Bobbee wrote:
ControlMyNikon

Got it... Will try Digicam & CMN for a comparison.....

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Mar 23, 2016 07:22:43   #
OnDSnap Loc: NE New Jersey
 
asjohnston3 wrote:
Could that be the 8 pin cable?
http://smile.amazon.com/TetherPro-Male-Mini-B-feet-Orange/dp/B00EPXQ28W?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
That's the one I ordered.... The reviews indicate it works with a 7100...


says 5 pin on the packaging....I us it with the 7000....haven't tried it with my 750 or 7200. Wouldn't surprise me if all are different.

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Mar 23, 2016 07:32:05   #
Bobbee
 
asjohnston3 wrote:
Got it... Will try Digicam & CMN for a comparison.....


ControlMyNikon also has the feature for taking picture for Focus stacking. I used this and found it useful.

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Mar 23, 2016 07:46:43   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
asjohnston3 wrote:
I have a fairly new (2015) Toshiba 17" laptop running Windows 10 and would like to be able to use it as a "Live View" display. Has anyone used a set-up like this? Do I need special software? Any and all suggestions / comments would be welcome.....

There's an app called Control My Nikon. I haven't used it, though.

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Mar 23, 2016 08:40:24   #
ptcanon3ti Loc: NJ
 
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
I use Helicon Remote with my MacBook. Helicon Remote is the "sister software" with Helicon Focus which is focus stacking software. Right now, I've gravitated toward Zerene because it produces a bit cleaner stacks.

If you are just using it as a substitute for live view, I would try something else like "ControlMyNikon".


The Helicon software is only $75. But is this the same as the "focus stacking" software from Helicon? That would be a nice 2 in 1 product to allow focus stacking AND tethered shooting.

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Mar 23, 2016 09:45:50   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
ptcanon3ti wrote:
The Helicon software is only $75. But is this the same as the "focus stacking" software from Helicon? That would be a nice 2 in 1 product to allow focus stacking AND tethered shooting.

It looks like they're separate products.

http://www.heliconsoft.com/

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Mar 23, 2016 11:51:03   #
larryzplace Loc: Elk Grove Village Illinois
 
You might want to look into Controlmynikon software... Free 14 day fully functional trial... Very reasonable price... I have enjoyed just a fraction of the capabilities of the program...

http://www.controlmynikon.com/

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Mar 23, 2016 12:21:06   #
Bozsik Loc: Orangevale, California
 
asjohnston3 wrote:
I have a fairly new (2015) Toshiba 17" laptop running Windows 10 and would like to be able to use it as a "Live View" display. Has anyone used a set-up like this? Do I need special software? Any and all suggestions / comments would be welcome.....


I use Control my Nikon. I believe they also have a version for Canon.

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Mar 23, 2016 13:18:18   #
tylerdan Loc: Bullard, Tx
 
For Canon, the EOS Utility (on the disk that comes with your camera) supports tethering with remote live view control of focus, shutter, aperture , ISO and other functions.

There are several free and cheap programs that support live view tethering for Nikon.

LightRoom will only show you the picture after you shoot and it automatically imports.

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