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Nikon WT-5A Wireless Transmitter

BH #NIWT5A • MFR #27046
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Nikon WT-5A Wireless Transmitter
Key Features
  • Designed for Use with D4 & D4S DSLRs
  • Wireless Transmission & Communication
  • Range: 590'
  • Remote Camera Control via Web Browser
Expand the capabilities of your D4/D4S DSLR by adding the Nikon WT-5A Wireless Transmitter for wireless control and image transmission directly from your camera. With a range of up to 590', users will be able to reliable transfer images from their camera to an FTP server or computer. Users will also be able to access images via a web browser on their mobile device while with HTTP Mode. This setting even permits changing of camera settings, starting Live View shooting, starting/stopping video, and more. There is a PC Mode for controlled the camera from Camera Control Pro 2 software. Shooters can set up a single master camera to release up to 10 remote cameras this way. Additionally, while designed for the D4/D4S, this unit is compatible with the D5 as well. And, by using the UT-1 Communication Unit, it can be used on a variety of other cameras, including the D810, D750, D7200, and more.
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Nikon WT-5A Overview

Expand the capabilities of your D4/D4S DSLR by adding the Nikon WT-5A Wireless Transmitter for wireless control and image transmission directly from your camera. With a range of up to 590', users will be able to reliable transfer images from their camera to an FTP server or computer. Users will also be able to access images via a web browser on their mobile device while with HTTP Mode. This setting even permits changing of camera settings, starting Live View shooting, starting/stopping video, and more. There is a PC Mode for controlled the camera from Camera Control Pro 2 software. Shooters can set up a single master camera to release up to 10 remote cameras this way. Additionally, while designed for the D4/D4S, this unit is compatible with the D5 as well. And, by using the UT-1 Communication Unit, it can be used on a variety of other cameras, including the D810, D750, D7200, and more.

Compatible Cameras
Native: D5, D4S, D4
With Optional UT-1 Communication Unit: D810A, D810, D800E, D800, D750, D7200, D7100, D7000
UPC: 018208270460

Nikon WT-5A Specs

Wireless Standard
802.11 a/b/g/n
Frequencies
5180-5320 MHz
Range
590' / 180 m
Security
Authentication: Open system, shared key, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Encryption: 128/64-bit WEP, TKIP, AES
Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Yes
Protocols
Infrastructure
Ad hoc
Transfer Protocol
PTP-IP, FTP
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.7 x 4.9 x 2.5"

Nikon WT-5A Reviews

Difficulty making a wireless connection to my laptop.

By Charles L
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2019-02-19

This device is mounted on a UT-1 which is connected to a Nikon 750 camera. However, I have not been able to make a wireless connection to my laptop which was the intended use.

Confused

By Theam
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2016-12-10

Still cannot figure out how to make this work, cannot connect to the camera, sigh...

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1. Will the "Nikon WT-5A" wireless transmitter ...

1. Will the "Nikon WT-5A" wireless transmitter work with D5? and, 2. Is the "Camranger 2" a better option for wirelessly transmitting images from D5 to pc/tablet/ipad?
Asked by: Maxim
Yes this product can work with the Nikon D5, since they both use the 10 pin connection. This product comparable to the CamRanger system in that it can wireless transfer images via mobile device or computer.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2021-02-19

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Does this WT-5 work on the D810? Is it enabling solely (without the UT1) the WIFI function of the D810 for transfering files wirelessly?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Nikon WT-5A is compatible with the Nikon D810, however, to transfer image files wirelessly, you will need to also use the UT-1 Communication Unit: http://bhpho.to/1kV5zNL
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

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Does this adapter come with Nikon Camera Control Pro 2 software? If not, how does one connect the camera to their PC/MAC?
Asked by: Anonymous
The WT-5A Wireless Transmitter does not come with Nikon Camera Control Pro 2 software. This adapter connects camera to computer by using the wireless transmitter utility, which must be installed on the computer that is being used to communicate with the camera, to an existing wireless network.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2019-01-18

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Can WT-5A be used on a D3S? And D800?
Asked by: Anonymous
To use the WT-5A with the D800, you would also need the Nikon UT-1 (B&H # NIUT1). Unfortunately, this transmitter cannot be used with the Nikon D3S. For the D3S, you could use the Nikon WT-4A (B&H # NIWT4A).
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

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Your overview states designed for use in USA, Canada and Brazil. Will it work in Australia ?Allan
Asked by: Anonymous
Nikon markets this unit in Australia, so providing the router is a standard router with WIFI it should work.
Answered by: Pete S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Does the WT-5A work with the new Nikon D6 body?

Does the WT-5A work with the new Nikon D6 body?
Asked by: B
I'm sorry, no. You will have to use the WT-6.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-05-12

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on the D4s there is no menu setting for MTP PTP usb mode selection that i can find,it is required to pair camera with a laptopI cannot go further with the initial setup for both wt5 and d4s and computer?
Asked by: wendell t.
Hi,I am note sure what you mean about a USSSSSB mode as you do not need any such option setting.I am assuming you want to connect to your laptop via a WIFI network at work or at home and you do need a WIFI router installed. The other option is to have a laptop that has either a WIFI hot-point built in and if not purchase a small external WIFI stick that plugs into a USB port on your laptop so you in this case can connect directly from the camera to the laptop and by-pass any need for a WIFI router at your home or business.If you go to Google and search for Nikon D4 connect to WT-5, then click Videos in Google and the top hit:Nikon Wireless Transmitter WT-5A & D4 Set Up.movwatch this to understand the basics.
Answered by: Pete S.
Date published: 2020-08-05

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With a fast laptop at say 10' distance, can someone measure and let me know how long it takes to transfer a single raw file? What about the time to transfer say 5 raw images shot in quick succession? Thanks
Asked by: T. O.
for my experience, I felt it's not so reliable. Sometimes the signal dropped, and sometimes the session ends without a reason. It is a bit more reliable to connect through wifi router than ad hoc mode. The speed for raw files is not so optimal if you want to see it in almost real time. It would take about 2 to 5 mins for 5 raw files
Answered by: Frank L.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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