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Nikon Webcam Utility Software for MacOS X and Windows
  • New Webcam Utility Software for Nikon Cameras

    In August, Nikon will release a beta version of the Webcam Utility software for many Nikon DSLR and Z series mirrorless cameras, including the new Z 5. Initially available for Windows 10, the free software will allow compatible Nikon cameras to be used as webcams. When connected via USB, this free software will provide users with incredible sharpness, clarity and flattering depth of field for all of their livestreaming needs including teleconferencing and gaming.

    For more information on how to use your Nikon camera as a webcam, please visit https://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/live-streaming-with-nikon-cameras.page

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  • Nikon India Pvt. Ltd. 100% subsidiary of Nikon Corporation Tokyo, is in plans to release the beta version of Webcam Utility*, a software that allows a Nikon mirrorless or D-SLR camera to be used as a high-quality option of a webcam in early August 2020.

    In response to the demand for high-quality video conferences as online meetings have become increasingly common, Webcam Utility has been developed to enable users to use their existing Nikon mirrorless or DSLR camera as a webcam.

    By simply installing the Webcam Utility software, currently compatible with the Windows OS, to a computer* and connecting the compatible Nikon mirrorless or DSLR camera to the computer via a USB cable, users can enjoy the superior image quality of their Nikon camera for online meetings. In addition, with the vast range of available NIKKOR lenses, users will also have the flexibility in choosing their preferred image angle and be benefited by the lenses’ beautiful bokeh and renowned sharpness.

    Supported OS

    • Windows 10 (64-bit)

    Compatible cameras

    • Z7, Z6, Z5, Z 50, D6, D850, D780, D500, D7500, D5600
    • Future Nikon mirrorless and digital SLR cameras are also scheduled to be compatible with this new software
  • Was hoping for this..

  • Nikon released the previously promised Webcam Utility Version 0.9.0:

    • This software is distributed as a file named “S-NWU___-000900WF-ALLIN-ALL___.exe”. Download and run the file to perform the update.
    • When performing the update, log in to an account with administrator privileges.
    • Before beginning installation, exit Webcam Utility and all other applications, including any anti-virus software.

    Installation:

    • Create a folder on the hard disk and name it as desired.
    • Download S-NWU___-000900WF-ALLIN-ALL___.exe to the folder created in Step 1.
    • Run S-NWU___-000900WF-ALLIN-ALL___.exe to launch the installer.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
    • Note: There is no need to launch the software when installation is complete. No shortcut will be added to the menus or desktop.

    https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/176.html

  • Nikon released the Mac version of their Webcam Utility beta version 0.9.0 that lets you use a Nikon camera as a webcam when connected to a computer via USB.

    List of supported cameras:

    • Nikon Z7
    • Nikon Z6
    • Nikon Z5
    • Nikon Z50
    • Nikon D6
    • Nikon D850
    • Nikon D780
    • Nikon D500
    • Nikon D7500
    • Nikon D6500

    https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/178.html

  • New update

    Compatible now with

    • Z 7II
    • Z 7
    • Z 6II
    • Z 6
    • Z 5
    • Z 50
    • D6
    • D5
    • D850
    • D810
    • D780
    • D750
    • D500
    • D7500
    • D7200
    • D5600
    • D5500
    • D5300
    • D3500

    https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/index.html

  • macOS Big Sur and Apple M1 version released

    On December 17, Nikon released the latest version of its software "Webcam Utility" (Mac version) that turns its camera into a webcam. The version number is Ver.1.0.1.

    The updated software is compatible with the new Mac OS "macOS 11.0 Big Sur" and Apple Silicon (SoC "M1"). If you use the universal version of Google Chrome on an M1 equipped model, the software will work natively.

    The official version of Webcam Utility will be released on November 4th. Currently compatible cameras are Z 7II, Z 7, Z 6II, Z 6, Z 5, Z 50 for mirrorless cameras, D6, D5, D850, D810, D780, D750, D500, D7500, D7200 for digital single-lens reflex cameras. , D5600, D5500, D5300, D3500 (common to both Windows and Mac versions). Mirrorless cameras and digital single-lens reflex cameras to be released in the future are also planned to be supported.