Nikon released version 1.1.0 of the NX MobileAir – a smartphone application that uploads images taken with Nikon digital cameras to an FTP1 server without using a computer. Here are the details:

NIKON RELEASES VER. 1.1.0 OF THE SMARTPHONE APPLICATION NX MOBILEAIR

MELVILLE, NY (December 11, 2022) – Nikon is pleased to announce the release of Ver. 1.1.0 of NX MobileAir, a smartphone application that uploads images taken with Nikon digital cameras to an FTP¹ server without using a computer. As part of this update, functions such as image filtering, which uses image analysis technologies, have been added or modified to improve speed and efficiency of workflows.An algorithm that uses deep learning to analyze images when importing has been added with Ver. 1.1.0. This allows user to filter images in specific criteria², such as subject types and conditions, for quick access to intended images. In addition, the JPEG compression ratio and pixel counts can now be adjusted, when uploading to FTP server, for file and image sizes, achieving faster uploads to improve workflow from shooting to delivery.

Support for the import of NEF (RAW) images has also been added³. This means that, in addition to previously supported JPEG images, RAW images stored in the camera or smart device⁴ can also be imported to albums in NX MobileAir. Other changes include additions to the settings of custom IPTC metadata⁵ presets that can be imported/exported. Additionally, a new function prevents previously imported images which have been deleted on the app from being re-imported for enhanced workflow. The app’s enhancements in user friendliness consists also of changes to operability and displays, including the way in which images are imported from the camera, as well as a newly added function that synchronizes the clocks of  the camera and smart device.

Nikon will continue to provide updates for NX MobileAir to meet the needs of various users, including professional photographers.

For more information on NX MobileAir, please visit the Nikon website.

1. FTP: File Transfer Protocol.
2. Criteria that require image analysis (with people, vehicles, and/or animals) only apply to images imported when analysis is enabled. Images imported with a version of NX MobileAir prior to Ver. 1.1.0 can only be filtered by date, retouch, and voice memo.
3. Image analysis, filtering, resize image files for FTP upload, and retouch functions do not apply to NEF (RAW) images.
4. iOS and Android™ devices to which the NX MobileAir app has been installed can be used. The NX MobileAir app can be downloaded free of charge from the App Store® and Google Play™. See Nikon’s website for further information.
5. IPTC metadata is a standard for metadata contained in digital images that was developed by the International Press Telecommunications Council.

Supported cameras:

• Android™: Nikon Z 9, Z 7II, Z 7, Z 6II, Z 6, Z 5, Z fc, Z 50, Z 30, D6, D5, D850, D780
• iOS: Nikon Z 9, Z 7II, Z 6II, D6