FULL Nikon Camera Control Pro V2.2
Clemencia Branski
I recently got a D700 to upgrade from a Fujifilm S5 Pro. The Fuji has brilliant camera control software (HyperUtility) which always works flawlessly. I always shoot tethered in my studio hence I was keen to try out Nikon's Camera Control Pro 2.0 (CCP2).
Please note, the current firmware fully supports all controls for the BMPCC 4K, 6K, 6K Pro, and partially supports Sony FX3, A7S3, A7R5, ZV-E1, ZV-E10 and Canon R7 for settings such as Run/Stop, Shutter Speed, ISO and Iris while Run Stop is currently supported for camera systems including all mentioned above as well as Sony A7C, A7M4, A7R3, Canon R6M1, Panasonic S1H, GH6 and S5M2 via an optional USB-C Run/Stop Cable. Additional camera systems will be made compatible in future firmware updates.
Ninja V includes a comprehensive range of monitoring tools including a waveform, focus peaking, false color, zoom controls, custom LUTs, and frame guides. Each offers an opportunity to perfect the composition and exposure for every shot and can be overlaid in any combination, unlike many other monitors that allow only one monitoring tool at a time. AtomOS software is easy to use and provides a platform for Atomos to easily update Ninja V, introduce new features, and add support for new cameras on release.
The AtomRemote app for iOS and macOS offers an array of external controls for ATOMOS CONNECT for Ninja V. The app enables you to perform a range of configuration tasks and operations up to 15 meters away from the device via Bluetooth LE. Input options include the ability to define camera connections, select Gamma/EOTF, and adjust Gamut settings. For monitoring, AtomRemote can be used to control playback, choose monitoring modes, apply custom 3D LUTs, or view image analysis tools including exposure and focus. Output controls include options for 4K to HD, LUT preview, and HDR output.
You control your camera from an iPhone or Android device, and this is an area that the Arsenal 2 is far superior to the original. I had a hell of a time connecting with the old model, and judging by other reviews, lots of other people did too.
There's a very clever handheld mode for shooting Deep Color in Smart Mode. You can put your phone in your pocket, but the app will still control your camera and save images both to the Arsenal 2 storage and your phone. That makes things far more useable. The company also offers an adaptor that can attach your phone to the Arsenal 2, essentially replacing your camera's LED screen with your larger phone screen.
Other modes I tried were the focus stacking feature, which worked well, but was also in the original version of Arsenal. It does bracketing well, and it's easier to set up than it is on my camera, but the results aren't any different than camera-controlled bracketing.
Interesting device. For Nikon users, they have missed the boat, no GPS, which means none of the D pr Z series camera, except for the Z9, are forced to give up the external GPS units. From my experience, using Nikon's work-a-round to get the time/position data off a cell phone, isn't worth the pain of setting up Nikon's cell app. So basically this is a through the lens metering system, which takes away control, to give images some tweaking, taking time to process and likely limits Z8 incredible frame rates. On the upside, it may allow new serious photographers to get some nice shots. Personally, as much as culling is a pain, LRC, On1, Neo or Topaz laps provides creativity for the human mind. My 2 cents.
Can anyone explain why my in-camera Nikon Picture Control settings get dumped by Affinity Photo on import? What I mean is, the RAW file out of camera "looks" perfect, but when I bring it into AP, it changes the photo to some other "picture control". In other words, when I import lets say 4 photos of the same exact subject but in 4 different picture controls (for instance, Vivid, Standard, Flat....), when I look at them in AP, they all look identical.
If all you want to do is view the output of your camera without controlling it, you just need to connect it to a device that accepts an HDMI input. The easiest and most economical solution would be a display only device such as a portable HDMI monitor. Most laptops do not accept HDMI inputs due to copyright constraints on the licensing of the HDMI technology. Alienware once made a couple of models, the M17X and M18X, that would do this, but they were very expensive. Dell, who bought Alienware, still lists the M17X and M18X with HDMI-in capability. They're still very expensive. There may be other models that also do this. Be aware that according to page 42 of your D3100's user manual:
I use my d3100 with a HDMI monitor to record videos and take pictures all the time. Not sure about what the user manual says about it, but works well for me (tip: live view turns off after 30 seconds but this can be changed in camera menu). Live view with USB is not possible with D3100, as far as I have been able to research. Other than that, Digicam Control allows you to control the camera, but could be more user friendly. Digicam is FREE. I like to use Digicam Control for timelaspe, and it can be used for HDR, neither of which D3100 has built in.
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The WR-T10 remote trigger has an Fn button that can remotely control whatever function is assigned to the Fn button on your camera, IF you are using D4 and/or D800 Series cameras (Pro bodies).
If using a Nikon camera that has the 10-pin remote terminal (e.g. D810) you need to buy the WR-A10 Adapter ($59.00 US street price) or, for a better deal purchase the WR-R10/WR-T10/WR-A10 Wireless Remote Adapter Set that includes all three pieces (street price $179.99). For the advanced amateurs and professionals out there, when using a camera with the WR-A10 adapter you can control up to 64 devices!!!
The WR-R10 has as of October 2020 been replaced by the WR-R11a and WR-R11b using firmware V3.00 (whereas you can only upgrade your WR-R10 by yourself to V2.00). These new devices are compatible with a large range of cameras. The WR-T10 remote controller is used for both the WR-R10 and WR-R11.
The WR10 is not just a remote control but is the controller for the SB-5000 flash unit. The flashing red is simply telling you your SB-5000 is not connected (if you have one). As soon as you turn on the SB-5000, the red LED should stop blinking. However, if you leave the WR10 on the camera for remote shutter operation, without using a flash, it's going to be blinking red, always.
Nikon Camera Control Pro 2 is camera support software sold by Nikon. The current version 2.17.0 runs on Windows and all versions of Mac up through Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks). One thing Camera Control Pro 2 can do is to control auto-focus lenses so that you can shoot a focus stack very precisely through a graphical user interface on your computer. The function is simple to use but not obvious. This tutorial is intended to be a recipe and quick-start guide.
No other manufacturer makes professional functionality so accessible. Our housings are designed from the ground up to provide full camera control and connection for external strobe lighting out of the box. Advanced features including TTL lighting exposure and enhanced magnifying viewfinders are available as needed.
Differences in lens and control placement prevent other camera models from being used in or adapted to this housing. We are not aware of any other models which may be used in or adapted to this housing.
Spencer: Agreed. The Z cameras have a great layout, but I wish that Nikon had added at least one more custom button to the Z7 II. Maybe the next iteration could use the direction pad for extra controls, like on some Sony or Fuji cameras.
The Portkeys LH5P II is the most affordable 5.5-inch Wide Color Gamut on-camera monitor with a stunning maximum brightness of 2,200nits and wired/wireless camera control capabilities. This HDMI-only monitor features a rugged and durable design entirely made of aluminum with a complete set of professional monitoring tools ready for your next creative adventures.
The Portkeys LH5P II is our 5.5-inch on-camera entry-level model into the world of wired and wireless camera control. However, no corners have been cut with a bulletproof all-aluminum housing and toughened glass in front of the display, a daylight-viewable touchscreen, four user-assignable function buttons that can even start/stop camera recording, and a full suite of professional monitoring tools. With a weight of only 285g/10.05oz (without battery), the LH5P II is a lightweight addition to your camera rig, but it adds many useful features to make your life on set easier.
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"WI-FI" means that the gimbal can control the camera via WiFi.
"USB" means that the gimbal can control the camera via a cable.
"Stabilized" means that the camera can only be mounted and stabilized on the gimbal, but cannot be directly controlled.
"*" indicates the gimbals recommended by FeiyuTech.
Some gimbals can only control some camera functions, please check this page for details: Compatible Camera Function Query