Nikon Capture NX User Guide and Manual

INSTALLATIONWORKFLOW Life-Long Learning Installing Capture NX

Step 1 Browse and Organize Images Select images using advanced browser tools, or compare multiple images and choose one for en- Windows

As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing prod uct sup port and ed u ca tion, con-

hancement. Insert the Capture NX setup CD into a CD or DVD drive. If the installer does not start automati-

tin u al ly-updated information is avail able on-line at the following sites:

cally, go to My Computer and double-click the icon for the Capture NX setup CD. Note that Mi-

For users in the U.S.A.: For users in Europe and Africa: crosoft .NET Framework version 1.1 will automatically be installed if not already present on the

Step 2 Apply RAW Adjustments

http://www.nikonusa.com/ http://www.europe-nikon.com/support computer. The computer must be restarted when installation is complete.

Capture NX offers an unparalleled selection of tools for working with NEF files. The Camera Settings

Quick Start Guide

palette can be used with NEF images to adjust camera settings after a photograph has been taken.

Macintosh

For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East:

Fine control is available for subtle adjustments.

Insert the Capture NX setup CD into a CD or DVD drive. Double-click the CD icon for the Capture

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NX setup CD ( ) and then double-click the Capture NX icon ( ) to start the installer.

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Step 3 Correct Tones and Color Cast

If a “Select Region” dialog is displayed, select a region and click OK. A language-selection dialog

The new Black, White, and Neutral Control Point tools can be used to set dynamic range and correct asked ques tions (FAQs), and gen er al advice on digital imaging and pho tog ra phy. Ad di tion al infor-

will be displayed; select a language and click OK to display the Setup Wizard. Follow the on-screen

colors naturally and intuitively. mation may be available from the Nikon rep re sen ta tive in your area. See the URL below for contact

instructions to complete installation.

in for ma tion:

Step 4 Apply Global Adjustments http://nikonimaging.com/

Launching Capture NX

Use the advanced tools in Capture NX to brighten shadows, add contrast, enhance saturation and warmth, control color balance, and much more. Once installation is complete, Capture NX can be launched as described below.

Windows Step 5 Fine Tune Color and Light Double-click the Capture NX icon on the desktop (if available) or click Start and select Capture

Use the new Color Control Points to control color and lighting selectively, eliminating complicated NX > Capture NX from the program list. processing and tedious manual selection. Capture NX makes control visually clear!

Macintosh Click the Capture NX icon in the Dock (if available) or double-click the Capture NX icon in the Step 6 Apply Selective Adjustments “Applications : Nikon Software : Capture NX” folder.

Selectively apply any of the over 25 enhancements available within Capture NX using a range of se- lection tools that includes a Selection Brush, Lasso and Marquee Tools, and Selection Gradient.

Entering Your Product Key

Enter your name and product key if prompted.

Step 7 Resize and Crop the Image Change the size and resolution of the image using the Size / Resolution feature, then crop the image

The product key may be found on the CD-ROM case. Do not lose this key. It is required when

to the desired aspect ratio using the Crop tool.

installing or upgrading this software and can not be replaced if lost.

Step 8 Sharpen and Print the Image Printed in Japan Use Unsharp Mask to enhance detail, then print the image using the updated Print dialog for control SB6E02(11) over color management settings. 6MS51611--