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title: "Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter"
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# USB 3 speeds for fast transfers Seamless photo & video import from cameras Requires external power for stable operation Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter

**Brand:** apple
**Price:** € 1.98
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Power your creativity with Apple’s Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter by apple
- **How much does it cost?** € 1.98 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- apple enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apple brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Lightning-Fast Transfers:** Experience USB 3 speeds on compatible iPad Pros for lightning-quick photo and video imports.
- • **Power Up for Performance:** Plug into a USB power adapter to unlock full functionality and connect multiple USB peripherals effortlessly.
- • **Instant Photo Organization:** Automatically launches Photos app to import and organize your memories into albums with zero hassle.
- • **Universal Media Compatibility:** Supports JPEG, RAW, SD, HD video formats including H.264 and MPEG-4 for versatile media handling.
- • **Expand Your iPad’s Potential:** Connect hubs, Ethernet adapters, audio/MIDI interfaces, and card readers to transform your iPad Pro into a professional workstation.

## Overview

The Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter enables high-speed USB 3 data transfers on select iPad Pro models, allowing seamless import of photos and videos directly from digital cameras. It requires an external power source to operate optimally and supports a wide range of USB peripherals, making it an essential tool for professionals seeking to expand their iPad’s connectivity and media management capabilities.

## Description

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Review: Fast and easy, but read my UPDATE … - UPDATE - October 2, 2024. This adapter works with iPhone 13 on iOS 18, but not with iPad Mini6 on iPadOS 17.7. Just a heads up. At the time I bought it everything worked good with the older model iPhone and iPad 8th Gen, mainly because this is a lightning not USB C plug in. Had to buy a new Apple adapter (here on desertcart, genuine Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter) to get everything going again on file transfer for the iPad Mini6. Also, I noted in my original review below, this lightning to USB 3 adapter needs an additional power supply (wall plug) to operate the transfer. The new USB C Digital AV Multiport Adapter does not require extra power to work. A real plus! Plug that baby into your iPad or iPhone that has a USB C charging port and you’re good to go. ORIGINAL REVIEW - This adapter was exactly what I was looking for to transfer photos to/from a PC to iOS and iPadOS devices. Initially the not enough power notification came through as noted by others until I realized it needed to be plugged into the wall, or a power bank. Once the lightning port was plugged into the adapter and connected to a power source with my Apple cable and wall plug (or power bank), I then connected the usb with my photos copied from the PC to the USB port on the adapter. Final step was connecting the whole unit to the iPhone with the adapter’s lightning cable. My iPhone Files app read the drive and the usb with jpg files was recognized and placed onto the list of Locations for the iPhone Files app. Simply tapped the files I wanted to download into my photos app and they were there in just a very short time. It also works with a power bank while mobile. This procedure also worked flawlessly with my iPad running on iPadOS 14.8. But take note, the power supply for the iPadOS must be its original charging plug for the files to transfer. It’s a higher power source to adequately accommodate the function of the adapter itself. I can also transfer jpg files to the usb from my IPhone and iPad to the PC. I noticed when uploading these files to the usb from my iOS device there are duplicate file types. One is recognizable as a standard jpg file and the other is a type of file not recognized by my PC. Not sure about the whys and the wherefores specific to this transfer, but the file that is compatible with the computer is standard identity where jpg files are concerned. The odd name has a couple of characters in it before the common file name. I downloaded both to the desktop and put the common file name into a file I created on the PC and deleted the other. Hope this helps and makes sense. I’m not a tech guru but I do enough trial and error based on common logic to get results. There is also a YouTube video that shows steps for working with file transfers on iOS devices from a PC.
Review: Connects midi devices, as well as cameras, to iPads with the Lightning port! - I bought this adapter to connect a few midi devices (keyboard, drum pad controller, etc) and a Canon EOS R to a second gen iPad Pro and iPad Mini 5, both which have a Lightning port. I found that this adapter provides a stable connect between devices and can provide a sufficient charge to power the iPad, as long as the connected device has its own power supply. I currently have an Arturia Keystep Midi Controller and Sequencer Keyboard connected to the iPad Pro (see my attached photo) and the connection is solid. This adapter also powers the iPad Pro perfectly when using it with the Canon EOS R camera. Midi devices may require more power than the adapter can provide though, so a separate power supply to power them may be required. Unfortunately, while my iPad Pro is powerful enough to power the keyboard, this adapter cannot provide sufficient power to keep the iPad charged while I'm using the keyboard in Garage Band, which itself is a bit of a resource hog. I expected this to be the case though, so I purchased a separate power adapter for the Arturia Keystep. I am now able to keep the iPad fully charged while using the keyboard on the iPad Pro, since the Keystep no longer requires power from the iPad to operate. I expect that other midi controllers should work equally will with the same caveat taken into account. A separate power supply may still be needed, depending on the power draw that the device requires to operate. All in all, this is a great little adapter that does exactly what I hoped it would do and I feel confident in recommending it to others who need to connect their iPads with Lightning ports to cameras, midi keyboards and and other midi devices via USB3. I am very pleased with my purchase. ** Note: If you found this review helpful, please mark it helpful to let me know and help other buyers. Thanks! **

## Features

- With the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, it’s easy to transfer photos and videos from your high-resolution digital camera to your iPad Pro.
- After you connect the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, your iPad Pro automatically opens the Photos app, which lets you choose photos and videos to import, then organizes them into albums.
- Add even greater capability and versatility to your iPad Pro by powering the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter with a USB Power Adapter. Then you can connect USB peripherals like hubs, Ethernet adapters, audio/MIDI interfaces, and card readers for CompactFlash, SD, microSD, and more.
- The Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter supports standard photo formats, including JPEG and RAW, along with SD and HD video formats, including H.264 and MPEG-4.
- The 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st and 2nd generation) and 10.5-inch iPad Pro transfers data at USB 3 speeds, while the 9.7-inch iPad Pro uses USB 2.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01F7KJDIM |
| Date First Available | November 1, 2018 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.76 ounces |
| Item model number | MK0W2AM/A |
| Manufacturer | Apple |
| Product Dimensions | 2.6 x 0.67 x 6.1 inches |

## Product Details

- **Color:** white
- **Connector Type:** Lightning
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.6 x 0.67 x 6.1 inches
- **Specific Uses For Product:** business, personal

## Images

![Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31i8yiw6CbL.jpg)
![Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/319nW3k1geL.jpg)
![Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31NcyMpdSnL.jpg)
![Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31fXbk9oijL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can you hook up a midi keyboard to ipad pro with this adapter?**
A: Yes. You can also accomplish the same MIDI connectivity with some of the $7 "Lighting to USB" connectors, but this adapter has another lightning port for the purpose of charging while connected to USB.

**Q: For clarification, the ports on this are USB camera and a second lightning(female) port?**
A: Correct, it connects to the Lightning port on your iPad/iPhone and allows you to connect a USB device and a Lightning cable.

**Q: Is it possible to tranfer photos from an iphone to an ipad pro?**
A: Yes. Any iOS device acts like a camera device when plugged into USB. So if you have this dongle on your iPad Pro connected to a regular lightning to USB cable on the iPhone, the iPhone will pop up as a connected camera device on your iPad Pro.

**Q: Can i listen to audio through headphones (or another audio device) connected to the lightning port at the same time as i use the usb port?**
A: I tested with the lightening port earbuds as well as the lightening to headphone jack adapter and it kept giving an 'Accessory Not Supported' message.  So, it appears that they are only allowing the lightning port on the adapter for power.  However, I did buy a usb hub recently that has a traditional headphone jack and it WILL allow me to use the USB functionality + wired headphones.  Below is the link to the usb hub on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06VV1WM7M/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thanks!
-m

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast and easy, but read my UPDATE …
*by L***A on November 4, 2021*

UPDATE - October 2, 2024. This adapter works with iPhone 13 on iOS 18, but not with iPad Mini6 on iPadOS 17.7. Just a heads up. At the time I bought it everything worked good with the older model iPhone and iPad 8th Gen, mainly because this is a lightning not USB C plug in. Had to buy a new Apple adapter (here on Amazon, genuine Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter) to get everything going again on file transfer for the iPad Mini6. Also, I noted in my original review below, this lightning to USB 3 adapter needs an additional power supply (wall plug) to operate the transfer. The new USB C Digital AV Multiport Adapter does not require extra power to work. A real plus! Plug that baby into your iPad or iPhone that has a USB C charging port and you’re good to go. ORIGINAL REVIEW - This adapter was exactly what I was looking for to transfer photos to/from a PC to iOS and iPadOS devices. Initially the not enough power notification came through as noted by others until I realized it needed to be plugged into the wall, or a power bank. Once the lightning port was plugged into the adapter and connected to a power source with my Apple cable and wall plug (or power bank), I then connected the usb with my photos copied from the PC to the USB port on the adapter. Final step was connecting the whole unit to the iPhone with the adapter’s lightning cable. My iPhone Files app read the drive and the usb with jpg files was recognized and placed onto the list of Locations for the iPhone Files app. Simply tapped the files I wanted to download into my photos app and they were there in just a very short time. It also works with a power bank while mobile. This procedure also worked flawlessly with my iPad running on iPadOS 14.8. But take note, the power supply for the iPadOS must be its original charging plug for the files to transfer. It’s a higher power source to adequately accommodate the function of the adapter itself. I can also transfer jpg files to the usb from my IPhone and iPad to the PC. I noticed when uploading these files to the usb from my iOS device there are duplicate file types. One is recognizable as a standard jpg file and the other is a type of file not recognized by my PC. Not sure about the whys and the wherefores specific to this transfer, but the file that is compatible with the computer is standard identity where jpg files are concerned. The odd name has a couple of characters in it before the common file name. I downloaded both to the desktop and put the common file name into a file I created on the PC and deleted the other. Hope this helps and makes sense. I’m not a tech guru but I do enough trial and error based on common logic to get results. There is also a YouTube video that shows steps for working with file transfers on iOS devices from a PC.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Connects midi devices, as well as cameras, to iPads with the Lightning port!
*by A***N on August 7, 2020*

I bought this adapter to connect a few midi devices (keyboard, drum pad controller, etc) and a Canon EOS R to a second gen iPad Pro and iPad Mini 5, both which have a Lightning port. I found that this adapter provides a stable connect between devices and can provide a sufficient charge to power the iPad, as long as the connected device has its own power supply. I currently have an Arturia Keystep Midi Controller and Sequencer Keyboard connected to the iPad Pro (see my attached photo) and the connection is solid. This adapter also powers the iPad Pro perfectly when using it with the Canon EOS R camera. Midi devices may require more power than the adapter can provide though, so a separate power supply to power them may be required. Unfortunately, while my iPad Pro is powerful enough to power the keyboard, this adapter cannot provide sufficient power to keep the iPad charged while I'm using the keyboard in Garage Band, which itself is a bit of a resource hog. I expected this to be the case though, so I purchased a separate power adapter for the Arturia Keystep. I am now able to keep the iPad fully charged while using the keyboard on the iPad Pro, since the Keystep no longer requires power from the iPad to operate. I expect that other midi controllers should work equally will with the same caveat taken into account. A separate power supply may still be needed, depending on the power draw that the device requires to operate. All in all, this is a great little adapter that does exactly what I hoped it would do and I feel confident in recommending it to others who need to connect their iPads with Lightning ports to cameras, midi keyboards and and other midi devices via USB3. I am very pleased with my purchase. ** Note: If you found this review helpful, please mark it helpful to let me know and help other buyers. Thanks! **

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works when called for only if everything is Updated and Apple Certified
*by W***T on July 25, 2025*

Appears to do everything it’s supposed to do according to Documentation referring to using it for whatever Product you are trying to connect your iPad to. If there is any issue it’s always an Update Issue with either the App is not Updated or the iPad. It’s very difficult to keep Applications and Operating System currently Updated across the board; that is an Apple Issue in its entirety. But if everything is Updated and the Documentation calls for using one of these to make your device happy with the iPad it will work. It does for me. Oh, other factors that could make it not work are Cables. If anything in your path is not Apple or something Apple endorses it wont work. That is the nature of Proprietary Software and Hardware is extortion and greed. That is why everywhere else in my Audio world I use Linux. Just about everything on earth works with Linux except Proprietary things. Far more affordable and fun. I do like my iPad but I will never buy another anything that does not use USB C anymore. This will be my very last Lightning device. And if I go iPad again it will be the newer ones with USB C only. Everything USB C until they come out with something new and different that everyone migrates to. Until then I will make this work. For me it’s for my Audio things; Recording Guitar and Music. I do all my Editing through DAW’s on a Linux computer.

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