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I have downloaded an update file for my Nikon D3 camera which has a .nop extension. Can you help me to open it please?
Nikon NOP Files
NOP files are Nikon Optional Picture Controls files. They add additional picture controls to the camera such as processing portraits for skin with a more natural texture. NOP files are available for several different Nikon cameras and operating systems. The files are typically downloaded in the form of a self-executing .exe file. From there, they are either installed into your computer's Nikon software or copied onto a memory card and then installed directly on the camera.
Updating Nikon D3 Cameras
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From the looks of it, NOP files are not meant for opening directly, but rather to be copied onto your Nikon camera via a memory card. First, you'll need to make sure that you are well prepared for the process. Nikon details the firmware update process here and indicates that any data on your memory card will be erased, so make sure to read the instructions from Nikon directly and be sure to copy any data on your card that you don't want to lose.
To summarize the process, you'll need to go back to the original download and double click the .exe file to launch the installer. Upon double-clicking the file, a bunch of files will be extracted into a newly created Nikon folder. Inside, you'll find the .NOP file. If you still have the originally extracted folder on your computer you can skip the double-click/extraction process and go directly to the folder.
Next, copy the Nikon folder to a Nikon-compatible memory card. Depending on your setup, you may be able to do this by connecting the camera to your computer using the USB cable or you may need to use a card reader. Copy the Nikon folder to the memory card.
Next, insert the memory card into slot 1 of your Nikon camera and turn on the camera. Access the menu and find the Manage Picture Control section of the shooting menu. Choose Load/Save followed by Copy to Camera. A list of optional picture controls will appear based on whichever ones you downloaded. Highlight the one you want and press OK. Select a destination and confirm by clicking OK. Note that if another picture control is stored in that destination, it will be overwritten, so look for an unused destination.
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Celeste Stewart | June 28th, 2010
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