USB vs Wi-Fi tethering

Both USB and Wi-Fi get photos from your camera to your phone. Here's how to choose.

USB

• Fastest and most reliable — a direct cable isn't affected by signal or interference.
• Best for high frame rates, RAW files and long shoots.
• Set the camera to its PC/tether mode and connect with a data cable.

Wi-Fi

• Cable-free — good when a tether cable isn't practical, like roaming a venue or a camera on a rig.
• Speed depends on signal; keep the camera and phone close.
• Use the camera's own Wi-Fi access point or a shared network.

Rule of thumb

Use USB whenever you can, especially for RAW or fast shooting. Reach for Wi-Fi when freedom of movement matters more than raw speed. CloudTether supports both.