Nikon will be initiating a free download of its new image browsing software, readily compatible with other Nikon software applications, on March 17, 2015

The ViewNX-i, a new image-browsing software designed to enable easy management of still images and movies recorded with a Nikon digital camera, has been announced by Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd for a free download beginning March 17.

ViewNX-i is the successor application to the ViewNX 2 image-browsing and editing software Nikon has offered to date. Inheriting the user-friendly interface of ViewNX 2, the new software offers simpler operation as an application specialized for image browsing, with features such as tabs that make it easy to switch between workspaces, and the addition of an Output Toolbar that intuitively displays convenient functions.

The ViewNX-i is also fully compatible with other Nikon software applications, in which the ViewNX-i serves as the launch pad for RAW development and still-image adjustment using Capture NX-D, and movie editing using ViewNX-Movie Editor. With Capture NX-D, Nikon's photofinishing software, all advanced adjustment functions available with the application can be used to develop RAW images and edit still images via ViewNX-i. Further complementing the ViewNX-i functionality is the ViewNX-Movie Editor, a bundled movie-editing software that provides users of all proficiency levels in movie-editing with the ability to easily convert, create and edit movies.

The enhanced mutual collaboration between these applications greatly expands the ways in which users can now enjoy their photos and movies after they are recorded.

ViewNX-i Primary Features

• Quick switching between the browser, map display, and Web services using tabs
• An Output Toolbar that enables quick access to easy-to-use functions, including image editing with Capture NX-D, movie editing with ViewNX-Movie Editor, printing, and image upload
• A variety of display formats, including vertical and horizontal thumbnail display and display of two images for comparison, that can be easily used as needed
• Simple shooting information display with a layout familiar to users of DSLR cameras
• Photo Tray function in which still images and movies from multiple folders can be temporarily stored for quick and easy access
• Smooth upload of files to Facebook, YouTube, and Nikon Image Space
• Flexible RAW development and image adjustment using Capture NX-D, which can be accessed directly from ViewNX-i (collaboration between the two applications will be strengthened with the addition of a button that returns operation to ViewNX-i to Capture NX-D Ver. 1.2.0 and later)
• Support for the sidecar file format for movies enables the application of ratings and specification of playback range without modifying the original movie file
• Movie-editing functions that enable creation of original movies, movie trimming, combination of multiple photos and movies into a single movie, and saving of individual movie frames as still images with simple operations (collaboration with ViewNX-Movie Editor)

ViewNX-i System Requirements

Windows
OS: 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows® 7 (Service Pack 1), Windows® 8.1
CPU: 1.6-GHz or better Intel Celeron/Pentium 4/Core series
Memory (RAM): 1 GB or more (2 GB or more recommended) under 32-bit operating systems, 2 GB or more (4 GB or more recommended) under 64-bit operating systems
Hard disk: 1 GB or more free space on the start-up disk required to launch the application, 3 GB or more required during use
Monitor resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels or more (1,366 × 768 pixels or more recommended) with 24-bit colour or better
Others: An Internet connection is required to use all functions (Online help, the map function, Web services, and functions, including those built into ViewNX-Movie Editor, related to movies, as well as to acquire update information). A 3 GHz Pentium D or better, or Intel Core i5 or better CPU is recommended to play back or edit HD and Full HD movies.

Mac
OS: OS X versions 10.8.5, 10.9.5, 10.10.2 (however, OS X version 10.9.5 or 10.10.2 is required to use ViewNX-Movie Editor)
CPU: Intel Core series/Xeon series
Memory (RAM): 2 GB or more (4 GB or more recommended)
Hard disk: 1 GB or more free space on the start-up disk required to launch the application, 3 GB or more required during use
Monitor resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels or more (1,366 × 768 pixels or more recommended) with 24-bit colour or better
Others: An Internet connection is required to use all functions (Online help, the map function, Web services, and functions, including those built into ViewNX-Movie Editor, related to movies, as well as to acquire update information). A 2 GHz Core Duo or better, or Intel Core i5 or better CPU is recommended to play back or edit HD and Full HD movies.

* Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
* Mac is a trademark or registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
* All other trade names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Specifications, design, product name and supplied accessories may differ by country or area. Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacture.

About Nikon
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