Nikon will be releasing the official version (ver. 1.0) of Capture NX-D, its new RAW image development and adjustment software application, for free download beginning July 15, 2014

SINGAPORE – Nikon Singapore Pte. Ltd. is pleased to announce that it will release the official version (ver. 1.0) of Capture NX-D, a new development and adjustment software application for RAW images captured with a Nikon digital camera, for free download beginning July 15, 2014.

Capture NX-D is a software application developed to allow users to enjoy full-scale development of RAW images with simple operations. It enables high-quality photofinishing of images captured in RAW format by Nikon digital SLR cameras, Nikon 1 advanced cameras with interchangeable lenses, and COOLPIX compact cameras that support this capability. The application will be available for free download to provide Nikon camera owners an easy and convenient way to develop RAW images.

Capture NX-D Overview (Official Version, Ver.1.0)

Application name: Capture NX-D
Release date: July 15 (Tuesday), 2014
Download URL**: http://nikonimglib.com/ncnxd/
**Available on or after July 15, 2014

Primary Features

• Specialized for the development of RAW images with native development processing that makes the most of a Nikon camera performance
• Supports simple editing of JPEG and TIFF images
• Floating palettes that are easy to use with a large monitor and/or multiple monitors
• A variety of displays, including comparisons of multiple images and before-and-after images
• Adoption of the sidecar file format, which records and saves adjustment information in a separate file

Capture NX-D System Requirements

Windows

• OS: Pre-installed version of Windows® 8.1/Pro/Enterprise, Windows® 7 Home/Premium/Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate (Service Pack 1), Windows® Vista (Service Pack 2)
*Compatible with 64- and 32-bit editions, respectively
*This software runs as a native 64-bit application under 64-bit operating systems.
• Processor: Pentium-compatible CPU (Core i5 or better recommended) • RAM (memory): 32-bit edition: 2 GB or more installed (4 GB or more recommended), 64-bit edition: 4 GB or more installed
• Hard-disk space: A minimum of 800 MB required for installation (2 GB or more recommended)
• Monitor resolution: XGA (1024 × 768) or better (1920 × 1080 or more recommended)
• Other: Internet connection required
• Supported image formats: RAW (.NEF/.NRW) images created with Nikon digital cameras, JPEG and TIFF images created with Nikon digital cameras

Mac

• OS: OS X® versions 10.7.5, 10.8.5 or 10.9.2 64-bit support
• Processor: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo (Core i5 or better recommended)
• RAM (memory): 4 GB or more installed
• Hard-disk space: A minimum of 800 MB required for installation (2 GB or more recommended)
• Screen resolution: XGA (1024 × 768) or better (1920 × 1080 pixels or more recommended)
• Other: Internet connection required • Supported image formats: RAW (.NEF/.NRW) images created with Nikon digital cameras, JPEG and TIFF images created with Nikon digital cameras

*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.

About Nikon

Nikon, At the Heart of the Image. Nikon is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognised for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon COOLPIX compact digital cameras; Nikon sports optics as well as the Nikon 1 advanced cameras with interchangeable lens system in over 50 countries. For more information, visit http://nikon-asia.com. Connect with Nikon and other photographers on Facebook at www.facebook.com/NikonAsia and get the latest news and information from Twitter by following @NikonAsia.