Transferring images to a computer
You can transfer images and movies to a computer for viewing and editing.
Installing ViewNX-i
Transferring images to a computer with ViewNX-i
Selecting a program to start
Installing ViewNX-i
ViewNX-i is Nikon software that enables you to transfer images and movies to your computer for viewing and editing.
To install ViewNX-i, download the latest version of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com
For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region.
Transferring images to a computer with ViewNX-i
For more information about using ViewNX-i, refer to ViewNX-i help.
- The items displayed on your computer screen may change when you update the version of your operating system or software.
Notes about connecting the camera to a computer
- Make sure to turn the camera off before openning the cover. Check there are no water droplets. If there are water droplets, wipe the camera with a soft dry cloth.
- Make sure that the camera battery is sufficiently charged. If the EH-62G AC Adapter (available separately) is used, this camera can be powered from an electrical outlet. Do not, under any circumstances, use an AC adapter other than the EH-62G. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
- Operation is not guaranteed if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.
- For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, refer to the documentation included with the computer in addition to this document.
- When connecting the camera to a computer, disconnect all USB-powered devices from the computer.
- Connecting the camera and other USB-powered devices to the same computer simultaneously may cause a camera malfunction or excessive power supply from the computer, which could damage the camera or memory card.
- Prepare a memory card that contains images.
- You can use any of the methods below to transfer images from the memory card to a computer.
- SD memory card slot/card reader: Insert the memory card into the card slot of your computer or the card reader (commercially available) that is connected to the computer.
- Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable.
The camera automatically turns on.
To transfer images that are saved in the camera’s internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera before connecting it to the computer.
- Check the shape and direction of the plugs and do not insert or remove the plugs at an angle.
- You can use any of the methods below to transfer images from the memory card to a computer.
- If a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.
- Selecting a program to start
- If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts.
- After Nikon Transfer 2 starts, click [Start Transfer].
- Image transfer begins. When image transfer is complete, ViewNX-i starts and the transferred images are displayed.
- Terminate the connection.
- If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the memory card from the card reader or card slot.
- If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable.
Selecting a program to start
If you refer to “Transferring images to a computer with ViewNX-i” to connect the camera to a computer and a message is displayed prompting you to select a program, follow the steps below to select Nikon Transfer 2.
In Windows 7
- Under [Import pictures and videos], click [Change program].
- Select Nikon Transfer 2 in the displayed dialog and click [OK].
- Double-click the Nikon Transfer 2 icon.
In Windows 10 or Windows 8.1
- Click the dialog and then click [Import File/Nikon Transfer 2].
In OS X or macOS
If Nikon Transfer 2 does not automatically start, launch the [Image Capture] application that comes bundled with Mac while the camera and your computer are connected, and select Nikon Transfer 2 as the default application to open when the camera is connected to your computer.