Japan Nikon Releases Tender

Nikon Corporation Nikon is pleased to announce the release of NX MobileAir a smartphone application that uploads images taken with Nikon digital cameras to an FTP1 server without using a computer beginning November 24. Additionally NX Tether a computer software that supports tethered shooting2 with Nikon digital cameras by enabling the adjustment of camera settings on the computer and supporting remote shooting will be available for download free of charge beginning on November 4.NX MobileAir is a smartphone application that effectively provides the high-speed image delivery and reliability required by professional photographers on-site. By connecting a Nikon digital camera with a smart device via USB cable images can be imported rapidly and accurately to the smart device and uploaded to an FTP server. The workflow from shooting to delivery is further accelerated with use of the 5G mobile network high-speed communication standard. Additionally the application supports image-editing functions such as trimming as well as the adding and editing of IPTC metadata information improving the users work efficiency.NX Tether is a computer software that supports superior usability for tethered photography. The user interface features a simple consolidated layout for the basic functions required for tethered shooting enabling camera settings to be adjusted with minimal operation. In addition if issues such as transmission errors occur the user is notified via alert sound and display. This allows photographers to concentrate on shooting with fewer worries even while they are working away from the computer realizing a seamless workflow for tethered shooting.Nikon will continue to enrich its availability of applications and software to meet the needs of various users including professional photographers.Primary features of NX MobileAirWorkflow efficiency is increased with the automatic import of captured images to a smart device automatic attachment of IPTC metadata information during image import automatic upload to a pre-registered FTP server and support for an auto straighten function convenient during the automatic upload of images1.Option to import only protected images within the camera to a smart device and upload to an FTP server.Imported images within the application can be selected manually for upload to an FTP server.The number of albums that can be created and the maximum number of images storable in each album are unlimited.Reliable and high-speed image import is possible via USB wired connection without setting adjustments on the camera side.Voice memos can be imported simultaneously with the image to the smart device. IPTC metadata information can be edited while playing the voice memo.IPTC metadata information can be added manually voice memos can be input for each IPTC metadata item and images can be viewed and edited within the application.Supports the upload of images captured with a smart device or cameras of other brands to an FTP server.Features settings that are effective for preventing mis-operation such as screen lock during operation as well as a resend function in case of import error.IPTC metadata and FTP upload settings can be set for individual albums.