Aperture 3: Nikon NEFs rotated on import

I d/led the trial of Aperture 3 and started importing some recent photos, as they were imported, Aperture began rotating them at random.
I found a reference to the issue pertaining to NEF+JPG on 10.6, but nothing about NEFs by themselves or 10.6.2: http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3088

When you open the dialog by going to file->import->iphoto library, you have to select your iphoto library folder/package in the "finder" window on the top of the box. I think this is because you have to tell Aperture which iPhoto library you wish to import. It's not implied.
I got my import started but immediately ran into another problem also described in this thread. I don't remember the exact wording but Aperture told me I didn't have enough disk space. I clicked on "cancel" but Aperture continued to import. This repeated a few times and I got different disk requirement in the dialog box but the import kept on going. I had about 104G available before I started and my iPhoto library was about 77G. I was in 64 bit mode.
It finally finished after about 36 hours. But not all of the photos/events were imported. Again, I don't remember the exact figures but I was short of about 2000 photos (out of 27000) and 30 event (out of 433.) I compared both libraries and did find the missing ones. This was clearly not acceptable.
I rebooted into 32 it mode, deleted my Aperture library, repaired permissions, regenerated iPhoto thumbnails, and started again. I immediately got the "insufficient disk space messages" again.
I deleted the Aperture library and started again. I found a a checkbox called "Do not import duplicates" in file->import->iPhoto Library. It was checked by default. I unchecked it. And I restarted the import again.
I did NOT receive ANY "you don't have enough disk space' messages this time. And it seemed to have run faster than the night before. I let it run overnight and I got all of the events and only 3 missing photos.
I checked my events and did find duplicate names. Aperture renamed them by adding a number suffix to them.
It was not a pleasant or a completely satisfying experience but I can accept the result. I just have to find the three missing photos

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Yes, PS Elements 11 supports RAW files with the Camera Raw plugin. Just make sure you have the latest version of RAW installed and that you are using a compatible camera.
Here are some additional links, as well as a list of supported Nikon cameras:
FAQ: Will Photoshop Elements work with my camera?
Camera Raw | Supported cameras
Supported Nikon cameras:
For further questions, please refer to either the Photoshop Elements forum or the Camera Raw forum.
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TS2518 My RAW (nikon .NEF) files changing to a dull, darker version of themselves after selecting them for the first time after import.

My RAW (nikon .NEF) files are literally changing to a dull, darker version of themselves after selecting them for the first time after import. I.e. The correct photo (light/color/etc) seems to be there and then a second later the photo changes. It's almost like it's showing a quick enhanced version then back to basic raw image. Started within last two updates.
Is there a fix or is this the straw that forces a switch to Lightroom?

Just recall that Aperture (or any other 3rd party raw converter) has NO information about the JPEG preview and how it was made. That information is camera-vendor proprietary.
Also note that there are like 6 "picture styles" in camera and this change you're seeing is entirely dependent on how you have them set. If you have your camera set to "vivid" or something you'll see more of a change than if your on-camera is set to "faithful."
That said, people here ALSO complain that Aperture's initial renders are TOO vivid, the exact opposite of your complaint, so you can't please everybody (in some cases, it seems you can't please ANYBODY ;-)
Aperture provides a starting point. Again, if you don't like it, you can tell Aperture to go with a "punchier" interpretation at its first render. In the import dialog, try setting Aperture to use the "auto enhance" preset which is built in. Aperture will add a little vibrancy adjustment, and it will add a curve, which will greatly add punch to the image. If you want adjustments in a different direction, you can create a preset and set it at import.
The only thing Aperture CANNOT do is what you're asking, which is "take the JPEG that my camera vendor generates through some voodoo and try and render the raw file just like that." It's, unfortunately, impossible to do.

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JPEG files are shown. This is quite a pity as single pictures cannot be selected. All files have to be imported first and the not wanted have to be deleted out of catalogue.
I think problems occurred with update to version 1.2, still there with 1.3.
How can I manage to see the NEF files before importing?

>Obviously the is aproblem with the direct import from the camera via USB cable.
The problem is how cameras are treated by various OSs and the issue is beyond what Lightroom can handle. Since you didn't bother to mention your OS one can only presume that you are on Windowswhich has a lot of problems in how a mounted camera is treated...but in any event, it's really suboptimal to import from a camera vs a card reader.
Aside from the fact it's difficult to set the camera so it's read as an HD by the system, importing from the camera will generally be slower than a card reader.

I can't import Nikon NEF (RAW) files. It says it doesn't recognize the file. Help.

I just installed Nikon Transfer and then View NX2 with Nikon Transfer 2 and successfully transferred over 300 RAW (Nikon NEF) files from my camera (Nikon D600) but Lightroom (v5.6) won't import them. It says it doesn't recognize the files. How can I resolve this?

Obsolete versions of Nikon software corrupt Nikon raw files slightly making them unrecognized in Adobe products.
You can reverse this corruption by using the utility from the following webpage:
http://owl.phy.queensu.ca/~phil/exiftool/fix_corrupted_nef.html
Basically you need to use Nikon software that is at least as new as your newest camera or don’t use Nikon software at all.

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I am evaluating Lightroom to see if it is suitable for my needs.
The camera i have is a Nikon D50, and i like to shoot my images in RAW (NEF).
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In your D50 setup menu be sure that your USB is set to Mass Storage not PTP. Choose PTP only when connecting to a PicBridge printer or using the Camera Control function in Nikon Capture. You should have no trouble transferring NEF's from your camera to your computer but a SD card reader will save your camera battery. Just to keep this relevant this works great with Lightroom.

Is this a sensible workflow for Nikon NEF files?

Hi,
I'm new to the world of digital SLRs having received a Nikon D40 for Christmas. After comparing Aperture 2 and Lightroom 2, I've decided to go with Aperture, as I already use Logic Pro so like the user interface and (I know a lot of people don't agree) I prefer the way Aperture renders the Nikon NEF files without extra adjustment. I'm also evaluating Capture NX 2, but am undecided as to whether I need it at this point.
Up until now I've been using Nikon Transfer to transfer the photos to my iMac, and View NX to view them. I like the automatic naming of folders in Transfer, plus being able to see Nikon's interpretation of the raw files. I've then been importing the photos as referenced files into Aperture for proper cataloguing, etc.
Is this a good approach? I'm a hobby photographer, mostly landscapes and townscapes, and deal with hundreds rather than thousands of images.
I'm a bit confused by all the options, so any advice would be very welcome!
Chris

Is this a sensible workflow for Nikon NEF files? YES!
I shoot Nikon NEF files and use Aperure exclusively with occasionally a little blending of layers made from versions of the same raw file (to improve the dynamic range a little more).
You like Nikon Transfer's "automatic nameing of folders" Check out the Subfolders drop down menu in the Import Window in Aperture; you can do that and much more too.
"...plus being able to see Nikon's interpretation of the raw files." You need to choose between the Nikon route and the Aperture route I think. You don't drive from A to B in one brand of car and then go back and do it in another brand of car just in case it might be better do you?!
"I'm a hobby photographer, mostly landscapes and townscapes, and deal with hundreds rather than thousands of images" Can you keyword images and then use them to sort and group images in View NX? You can in Aperture.
From my humble experience as a Nikon owner using Aperture for two years I suggest you use Aperture to download, organise and edit your raws. I prefer referenced so that I can archive large numbers of Raws to free disk space and for protection but still search the previews or do a keyword searches. I used to use Capture NX to process any files that needed more work but now that Aperture2 is so good and has so many plug-ins I have left the slow, clunky Nikon Prog' alone. Be brave and jump in to Aperture. It is great once you are in!

Aperture 2.1.2: Can't import the loaded photos from card reader...

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I have some questions about Lightroom's handling of Nikon NEF files, specifically the parts of the NEF files that Nikon has decided it is a brilliant idea to encrypt. I am using a Nikon D200.
How does Lightroom handle white balance in a NEF file? Has Adobe licensed the "mini-SDK" from Nikon, is the white balance estimated from the image data, or how is this done?
And what about the sharpening (and other data?) - how does Lightroom handle that? Is it always the same (by camera)? Can the default settings be customized?
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To answer your question, yes, Adobe has licensed the mini-SDK from Nikon in order to get at the encrypted white balance info. Nearly everything else is encrypted and inaccessible and can only be accessed by Nikon software.
Ironically, all this has done is push me almost 100% in favour of DNG.
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The in-camera settings in the file are not useful for you unless you use Nikon imaging software.
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- Shoot only raw, and let your camera and Lightroom generate the previews you need at the time.
- Create a camera profile for importing those raw files. Every camera responds a little differently.
- Either keep the raw files or convert to DNG for archival purposes. The arguments for and against this are easy to find elsewhere on these forums and on the web.
If you need to be able to tweak your NEF images on the computer as if you were tweaking the camera controls /before/ taking the shot, you have to use Nikon software. I personally see little value in this, but your kilometreage will vary.

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I have a Nikon D50 nef on my desktop. Double-clicking on it opens Photoshop, which launches Adobe Camera Raw. If you get that far and can make adjustments in the ACR panel, you are fine. That's what opens first.
Then you click "Open" in ACR and your nef opens in Photoshop and the document tab on top gives the .nef extension. You make your edits there, but if you close Photoshop, you won't save it as nef, it won't be in the Save file list. You save it as psd for example and close Photoshop.
You now have a nef with develop settings on your desktop and the psd you saved out of Photoshop.
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iPhoto is fully updated.
I do not have Aperture installed.
I also use a Canon 400D dslr. I have no problem viewing Canon's RAW files' previews in Cover flow mode.
But my NEF files from Nikon are the ones that appear in low resolution. Canon RAW files appear perfect.

Nikon NEF workflow ?

Hi all,
Just a casual user here with a couple of questions RE: Nikon NEF (from my D3100) and how best to use it in LR.
I understand that the Develop module uses different ways of rendering previews than other modules.
Note: this is as per
http://forums.adobe.com/thread/358017?tstart=30
although the TECHNOTES link doesn't go anywhere..
My problem is that I can't get the look in Develop to export properly! I tweaked the NEF directly and
tried to EXPORT the pic in DEVELOP as a simple jpg, but the jagged
problem I see in all modules except DEVELOP is still there, I tried importing the jpg back in but it still looks terrible
in Library (it's a long exposure of a lake at night, the shades of blue that look great in DEV look terrible in anything else).
When I export, shouldn't it also include the settings + look that I see in DEV so that the resulting export looks exactly the same
I tried making the NEF a DNG first, but even after replicating the tweaks I had done to the NEF, I couldn't get it
to look quite the same (sounds obvious to me since LR treats it as two completely different original files).
Does anyone have a solid workflow for NEF's ? Should I just make them DNG's from the beginning, then import into
LR and go from there ?
Cheers for any help..
Benny.

Benny,
Your problem isn't one of DNG versus NEF. They are treated identically by Lightroom.
Yes, exporting to jpeg from a modified nef file should produce an image that looks pretty darn similar to what you see in the Develop module. Unless, of course, you have specified parameters in the Export dialogue that mess up the exported image. Also, you may see differences if you look at the exported image with an non-colour-managed viewer of some sort.
So, what parameters are you specifying when you do your export? List them all, off of the Export dialogue, or better yet, take a screen shot of the dialogue and post that here.
Hal

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