---
product_id: 19053106
title: "Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter"
brand: "apple"
price: "$81"
currency: NZD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 12
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/19053106-apple-lightning-to-usb-camera-adapter
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# Lightning-fast data transfer Seamless photo & video import Universal USB connectivity Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter

**Brand:** apple
**Price:** $81
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Capture. Connect. Create. Instantly.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter by apple
- **How much does it cost?** $81 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/19053106-apple-lightning-to-usb-camera-adapter)

## Best For

- apple enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apple brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Broad Format Support:** Compatible with JPEG, RAW, SD, HD, H.264, and MPEG-4 for versatile media handling.
- • **Retina-Ready Viewing:** Experience your memories in stunning detail on Apple’s vibrant Retina display.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Auto-launches the Photos app for quick selection and organization—no extra apps needed.
- • **Apple-Grade Build Quality:** Durable, lightweight design ensures reliable performance and longevity.
- • **Effortless Media Transfer:** Instantly import photos & videos from any USB camera to your iPhone or iPad without fuss.

## Overview

The Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter enables professional-grade, lightning-fast transfer of photos and videos from USB cameras directly to iPhones and iPads. Supporting a wide range of media formats and automatic integration with the Photos app, it’s the essential tool for creatives and managers who demand seamless, high-quality media workflows on the go.

## Description

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Review: Works for Connecting to DAC - I got this to connect my iPhone 11 to Cambridge Dacmagic 100. Works great. Excellent build quality (Apple). I saw many cheaper knock-offs but didn't want to take the chance.
Review: Good product - Good

## Features

- With the Lightning to USB Camera Adapter, it's easy to download photos and videos from your digital camera to your iPad or iPhone with Lightning support so you can view them on the gorgeous Retina display and share them with family and friends.
- After you connect the Lightning to USB Camera Adapter, your iPad or iPhone automatically opens the Photos app, which lets you choose which photos and videos to import, then organizes them into albums. When you sync iPad or iPhone to your PC or Mac, the photos and videos on your iPad or iPhone are added to your computer's photo library.
- The Lightning to USB Camera Adapter supports standard photo formats, including JPEG and RAW, along with SD and HD video formats, including H.264 and MPEG-4. Requires iOS 9.2 or later.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B014VGHG0U |
| Date First Available | November 1, 2018 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.32 ounces |
| Item model number | MD821AM/A |
| Manufacturer | Apple |
| Product Dimensions | 2.64 x 0.67 x 6.1 inches |

## Product Details

- **Color:** White
- **Connector Type:** Lightning
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2.64 x 0.67 x 6.1 inches
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Camera

## Images

![Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31gWU7Pmz6L.jpg)
![Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41dHCVCPE1L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: work with midi keyboard**
A: I specially purchased this cable to connect my midi keyboard to GarageBand on my iPad Pro. Worked like a charm. Worth every penny. No glitches...

**Q: Does this work with iPhone now with newest/latest OS?**
A: I have an iPhone X with the latest software update and I use this often to connect my Blue Yeti mic and my AT2100 mic to my iPhone and record audio.

**Q: Does it work with iPad Pro?**
A: It does, at USB 2 speeds.  The 12.9" iPad Pro is capable of USB 3 speeds, which are better for transferring large content (e.g. 4K video).  To get USB 3 speed transfers, you would have to buy the "Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter."

**Q: Will this allow me to plug in  a usb card reader and download images from a memory card?**
A: It should but it really depends on how much power the reader needs.  My Mini 2 has limited power available for devices.  I have one reader that works with the cable, another that doesn't.  Interestingly enough, the mini does power my full size midi controller with no problems at all.    If the iPad doesn't provide enough power you can always plug the iPad into a powered USB hub and then connect the reader to the hub.  That will provide power to run devices that the iPad by itself can't.  Hope that helps a little.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works for Connecting to DAC
*by R***D on August 22, 2024*

I got this to connect my iPhone 11 to Cambridge Dacmagic 100. Works great. Excellent build quality (Apple). I saw many cheaper knock-offs but didn't want to take the chance.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product
*by C***V on January 13, 2026*

Good

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works as advertised!
*by R***R on March 24, 2021*

Before you make this purchase, keep in mind this it was designed and advertised to connect to a CAMERA. If you’re buying this to connect to an unpowered device like a thumb drive or card reader, it WON’T WORK. The lightning port was never really designed to provide the 5 volts most USB devices require. The device you’re adapting to must have its own power source (like a camera has batteries). I’m using it for my J-Lab USB microphone for YouTube using a powered USB hub to provide power to the microphone and it works like a champ! I got both this and a hub for less than $40. Worth it considering what I paid for the microphone.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-11*