Well I finally got access to a real camera, and can now shoot in raw format. What program do you guys use to edit/whatever your photos? Id be looking into something for a mac. I have a bunch of photos id like to post but they are in .NEF format and I have no idea what to do with them. Im used to film so editing your photos and all this is new to me.
so i am dumb.
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The software that came with your Nikon should have a RAW converter. Or just open it in photoshop or Lightroom and do it there. There are a whole bunch of RAW converters out there, and some work better with different types of RAW, buy if you start with Nikons or Adobe you won't go too wrong.
If you have a Mac try the built in Photos app. If your Mac is older it will be called iPhoto.
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What brand of camera did you get and did you camera come with a CD?
I'm new to DSLR camera's as well. After looking at a few options I decided to just use the software the camera came with it for the meantime, as it was free and got me going straight away. It is basic but I'm still learning, so I will master this before deciding if I need/want more.
I'm new to DSLR camera's as well. After looking at a few options I decided to just use the software the camera came with it for the meantime, as it was free and got me going straight away. It is basic but I'm still learning, so I will master this before deciding if I need/want more.
For Mac I suggest RPP, which is freeware. Once you have figured out how to use the program it is very versatile and allows you to get the most out of your RAW files.
https://www.raw-photo-processor.com/RPP/Overview.html
https://www.raw-photo-processor.com/RPP/Overview.html
NEF stands for Nikon Electronic Format. The camera would have come with a convertor, but if he is borrowing it...
http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/162/Capture_NX-D.html
if you can find a copy of the old capture nx that will go far. if you want to get serious you needs a program like lightroom.
