Nikon NX Studio

6.8easy start · #6 of 25
in RAW Photo Processing Software

Free to practise onyes
Free trialnot on record
Well documentedyes
Runs where you worknot on record

Runs on Mac, Windows.

Nikon NX Studio is ranked #6 of 25 in RAW photo processing software on The Geeks Club. It runs on macOS, Windows. There is a free plan.

Nikon NX Studio plans and pricing

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NX Studio Free Downloadable desktop software · Nikon camera and file format support varies downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com · 30 Sept 2026

Compared on RAW photo processing software

Free plan: Yes
Catalog workflow: Yes
Lens correction: Yes
Local adjustments: Yes
Supported platforms: Windows, macOS
RAW format support: Nikon NEF and NRW RAW formats; HEIF, JPEG, TIFF, NEFX, and MPO image formats are also supported
Export formats: JPEG, HEIF, TIFF (8-bit and 16-bit)

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The record

Purpose: NX Studio provides tools for viewing, processing, and editing photos, including RAW, JPEG, and TIFF images.
Image editing: Its editing tools include tone curves and brightness and contrast adjustment.
Color controls: The product page lists LCH editing to fine tune lightness, chroma, and hue, and Flexible Color Picture Control for adjusting image colors.
Video: NX Studio supports video editing and file conversion, though video playback support has format limitations.
Pixel shift: A toolbar merge function combines pixel shift shots into high resolution images while minimizing moiré, false colors, and noise.
Metadata: Users can edit XMP/IPTC information and manage presets.
Nikon software integrations: Nikon lists collaboration with Nikon Transfer 2 and NX Tether to facilitate post processing workflow.
Saving options: Users can choose sidecar file or original file saving formats to suit their workflow.
Operating systems: The download page offers Windows and Mac OS versions; the listed supported operating systems are Windows 11 and macOS versions 13 through 26.
Internet requirement: An internet connection is required for all features, including Nikon ID sign in, online help, web services, and update information.
Format limits: N-RAW, R3D NE, and ProRes RAW videos do not have thumbnail display, preview, or playback, and ProRes 422 HQ playback is unsupported.
Camera compatibility: The download page lists support for selected Nikon Z cameras, Nikon DSLR and Nikon 1 cameras, COOLPIX cameras, and KeyMission cameras.
Help: Nikon directs users to NX Studio Help from the software Help menu and provides an online help link on its download page.
Founded: 1917
Price from: Free

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Best RAW Photo Processing Software in 2026#6 of 25

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Sources

downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/download/sw/275.html· checked 30 Sept 2026
imaging.nikon.com/imaging/lineup/software/nx_studio/· checked 30 Sept 2026