Tranferring images from the new-to-me D-500 to my computer
Feb 9, 2021 09:16:22 #
Overthehill1 wrote:
Wow, do I feel dumb. Got this camera over the week... (show quote)
Curious. I have the Nikon D500 and on the left side of the camera under a rubber flap is a port to plug a cable into to transfer files. The camera also came with the cable.
Feb 9, 2021 09:29:15 #
cascom
Loc: Redmond
https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/323/D500.html
I love my D500. Just use the card to transfer
I love my D500. Just use the card to transfer
Feb 9, 2021 09:46:07 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
Overthehill1 wrote:
Wow, do I feel dumb. Got this camera over the week... (show quote)
Computers have an SD card slot. Use that. If your computer doesn’t have one, get a card reader.
Feb 9, 2021 09:54:40 #
quixdraw wrote:
Not the camera or computer - I suppose there are good card readers, but most are pretty cheap.
The D500 has a XQD card
Feb 9, 2021 10:02:35 #
Again, thanks to all for replying. Located my card reader and its a Sandisk Image Mate with ports for 3 types of cards, one that looks like it will also handle the larger card when I get one. There was no cable included with the body, and no manual, but fortunately, the manual I ordered from KEH arrived a day after the camera. Based on many of the comments, I think I'll stick with the card reader. 
Feb 9, 2021 10:10:00 #
cascom
Loc: Redmond
I gave you the URL where you can download from free. I seem to remember that the interface between the Apple laptop and the D500 is difficult.
Feb 9, 2021 10:10:41 #
Feb 9, 2021 10:15:37 #
Overthehill1 wrote:
Wow, do I feel dumb. Got this camera over the week... (show quote)
Use a card reader. They are very inexpensive.
I transfer everything from an SD card or whatever media to a folder on my desktop. Then, and only then, I copy into their final location using LrC Import -> Copy function. I also rename to something better than an image number.
Transferring directly from the camera is fraught with potential pitfalls and image loss. Copying to the desktop folder allows LrC to import them very quickly.
Feb 9, 2021 10:27:09 #
I always use a card reader.
Use Nikon Transfer software provided you with the cameras. It is part of Nikon View NX-i.
Or use a third party download software like Downloader Pro
https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/imaging-software/viewnx-i.html
https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/220/ViewNX-i.html
https://nikonimglib.com/nvnxi/onlinehelp/en/tr001000.html
https://www.breezesys.com/solutions/breeze-downloader/
Use Nikon Transfer software provided you with the cameras. It is part of Nikon View NX-i.
Or use a third party download software like Downloader Pro
https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/imaging-software/viewnx-i.html
https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/220/ViewNX-i.html
https://nikonimglib.com/nvnxi/onlinehelp/en/tr001000.html
https://www.breezesys.com/solutions/breeze-downloader/
Feb 9, 2021 10:28:57 #
Gene51 wrote:
Try to use the USB port on the camera as little as possible. They are fragile and can break - which would result in a fairly expensive repair. Better off using a card reader ($15-$25) - faster, no need to connect the camera to it, and cheap to replace if it breaks.
Best and most logical answer!!
Feb 9, 2021 10:32:11 #
Overthehill1 wrote:
Thanks all. That was quick. Fortunately I do have a card reader for the SD memory card somewhere. It will do the job while I get familar with the camera and give me time to acquire what else I might need. This was pretty much a bare bones purchase, body, battery and charger. But with less than 9000 clicks and within my budget, I didn't want to pass it up.
That was quick. Fortunately I do have a card reader for the SD memory card somewhere. It will do the job while I get familar with the camera and give me time to acquire what else I might need. This was pretty much a bare bones purchase, body, battery and charger. But with less than 9000 clicks and within my budget, I didn't want to pass it up.The question then is are you only using an SD card in slot 2 or do you have an XQD card in slot 1? If you have the XQD card then you’ll need an XQD reader. Or if the firmware has been updated to support a CFexpress card and you have that you’ll need a CFexpress reader, (which I believe will work with an XQD card. One workaround if you don’t have a CFexpress or XQD reader is to use the built in copy images function on the playback menu to copy them to the SD card. If you do prefer connecting your camera directly to the computer it has a USB 3.0 type B micro port. If you have a USB 2.0 type B micro cable it will work in the wider side of the port.
Feb 9, 2021 11:18:11 #
quixdraw wrote:
Never used a card reader, ex on rare occasions, the SDHC slot in my computer. Cables have worked fine for me for many years. Can't see why someone would insert a comparatively mediocre piece of equipment between two excellent ones. One more thing to buy.
When I got my first DSLR 'bout 15 years ago I started out using the cable to computer method. Then ran across some advice that made sense; you're taking a chance of bad things creeping back into your camera *through* the computer! Well, that made sense and I've been using a reader ever since...that said, the XQD is lightning. Also, I have quite a few bodies, CF, SD, XQD and limited desk real estate, I wouldn't like having to find room *and* the right cable every time I wanted to upload files. YMMV, of course, I'm just throwing it out there.
Feb 9, 2021 11:48:25 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
Overthehill1 wrote:
Again, thanks to all for replying. Located my card reader and its a Sandisk Image Mate with ports for 3 types of cards, one that looks like it will also handle the larger card when I get one. There was no cable included with the body, and no manual, but fortunately, the manual I ordered from KEH arrived a day after the camera. Based on many of the comments, I think I'll stick with the card reader.
The cable is just a standard USB cable if you need one.
Feb 9, 2021 11:51:03 #
As long as I have had digital cameras I have used the cables and never damaged a cable or a camera socket. The oldest digital camera I still have in my possession was purchased in the Spring of 2014. Used extensively, still minty, no problem with cable or port. People either care for their equipment or they don't. Cables for the most frequently used cameras remain plugged in to the computer, the others are either in the bag with the camera or beside the computer. As to upload speed, since I only shoot large numbers of exposures a few times a year, not an issue. In those cases, I put a fresh battery in the camera and let the upload go while I multitask. As someone mentioned earlier in the thread, this is a "filter vs. no filter" or "Brand X vs. Brand Y" issue. Do whatever works for you and I'll do the same.
Feb 9, 2021 12:41:42 #
JennT
Loc: South Central PA
Card Reader routine is the best way---- BTW The transfer cable works both ways and MAY allow your computer to share a virus with your camera----
Once you set up a card reader routine you will be good!
Once you set up a card reader routine you will be good!
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