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The latest cameras from top manufacturers Nikon and Canon have received a software update that means Windows Vista.

Both Canon and Nikon released software updates this month for their newest SLR cameras and for a number of older Canon cameras as well, CNet reports.

The software updates feature codec software from Microsoft that allows Windows Vista – in addition to any programs using its image-handling capabilities – to read proprietary raw image formats.

Chuck Westfall, a Canon spokesman, said that the company has also adapted its ZoomBrowser EX and ImageBrowser photo-browsing utilities, Digital Photo Professional tool, PhotoStitch software and Picture Style Editor.

Apple has also recently announced the release of its own new image software update.

Final Cut Express 4, a significant upgrade to its video editing software, is complete with support for the latest AVCHD cameras and the ability to import iMovie ‘08 projects.