Control My Nikon Software v.5.3
Jan 24, 2017 19:40:19 #
Just downloaded a free 2 week trial of this software. It lets you control your Nikon dslr, autofocus, set iso, aperture, shutter speed, and see a live view on your desktop computer monitor or laptop, for both stills and video. The dslr attaches to the computer with a usb cable. I believe this software used to sell for over $200. Now it is $29.95 for 3 licenses. I tested it on video and it works as advertised. I like the way I can autofocus video from my computer, with the dslr on a tripod about 8 ft. away. I can also see doing fine focus on stills on a computer monitor. I'm using a Nikon D7000, Nikon f1.4 50mm lens and a desktop with 20 inch monitor running Win 10 64 bit.
Jan 24, 2017 19:55:28 #
Does it allow you to shoot RAW?
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Bobspez wrote:
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Jan 24, 2017 20:25:04 #
Yes, you can set it to raw + fine jpg just like you can in the camera. As far as I can tell the software allows all the same controls as the camera for video and stills. The 14 day free trial is fully functional.
rmalarz wrote:
Does it allow you to shoot RAW?
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Jan 25, 2017 08:07:12 #
Bobspez wrote:
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Thanks for this info, Bob! I think I may have to try this. The most affordable I've ever heard of!
Jan 25, 2017 08:27:00 #
I use it for macro and stacked shooting as you can control the focus and stack remotely without ever touching the camera. It works well.
Jan 25, 2017 10:36:35 #
Bobspez wrote:
Just downloaded a free 2 week trial of this softwa... (show quote)
Is this software available from Adobe, or from a different company? What is its name? I'm interested in taking a look at it!
Jan 25, 2017 10:40:04 #
I just found it here by cutting and pasting the OP's subject line: http://www.controlmynikon.com/download
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Jan 25, 2017 10:40:49 #
Here's the link. They also have Control my Canon as well on a different link: controlmycanon.com
http://www.controlmynikon.com/
http://www.controlmynikon.com/
Jan 25, 2017 10:53:08 #
Jan 25, 2017 11:46:37 #
Bobspez wrote:
Just downloaded a free 2 week trial of this softwa... (show quote)
Take s look at digiCamControl (see http://digicamcontrol.com/). It's authored by folks who helped develop Nikon's Camera Control Pro, it's open source, and it's free. I use it for portrait photography, and it's awesome. And yes, it can shoot RAW plus control anything else the camera can do, including video.
Jan 25, 2017 12:03:22 #
I have digicam control but it doesn't support video on some Nikons, including my D7000. Attached is a screen shot which shows which Nikon DSLRs are supported for video, live view, and bulb, and which are not.
G_Manos wrote:
Take s look at digiCamControl (see http://digicamcontrol.com/). It's authored by folks who helped develop Nikon's Camera Control Pro, it's open source, and it's free. I use it for portrait photography, and it's awesome. And yes, it can shoot RAW plus control anything else the camera can do, including video.
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Jan 25, 2017 12:25:07 #
Bobspez wrote:
Good look (at the list). I stand corrected on the video inclusion, thanks for that info. It's odd that video control is offered for the D7100 & D7200 but not the D7000. Go figure.I have digicam control but it doesn't support video on some Nikons, including my D7000. Attached is a screen shot which shows which Nikon DSLRs are supported for video, live view, and bulb, and which are not.
Jan 25, 2017 12:46:43 #
I use CameraRC- http://camerarc.jpro51.com/ I ran into issues with a newer camera and was given personal service in resolving the issue- he rewrote part of the program. I typically do natural light portraits and use it with a large monitor. Once a model sees the images as they happen, it really improves the shoot. Many of the images on https://www.facebook.com/BigGImages/ have been taken with CameraRC.
Jan 26, 2017 10:46:39 #
Jan 29, 2017 11:45:42 #
jayw
Loc: Contoocook, NH
Good morning all UHH members!
I too have looked at Control My Nikon and as recently as today DigiCamControl. Aside from CMN being a cost and DigiCamControl being a freebie, which one would you all suggest? I have no issue spending $29.99 for CMN, but if the freebie will do the same thing for free.... My feeling is "free is good"!
The other consideration is that I would like to use our old Dell Vostro 1500 laptop running WIN XP Home. So compatibility is key.
I'm using a Nikon D5300 with a Tamron 16-300 mm zoom.
Thanks
I too have looked at Control My Nikon and as recently as today DigiCamControl. Aside from CMN being a cost and DigiCamControl being a freebie, which one would you all suggest? I have no issue spending $29.99 for CMN, but if the freebie will do the same thing for free.... My feeling is "free is good"!
The other consideration is that I would like to use our old Dell Vostro 1500 laptop running WIN XP Home. So compatibility is key.
I'm using a Nikon D5300 with a Tamron 16-300 mm zoom.
Thanks
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