Canon EOS R6 Mark II Tethering Gear and Accessories

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USB-C Gen 2 Compatible Cable for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II

Up to 10 Gbps transfer speed
This camera does not allow turning off power delivery. Use Optima 10G Cables for best results.
Power Delivery can cause interference with tethered connections and long term performance. Optima 10G cables eliminate power delivery, and ensure speeds up to 10Gbps. These dedicated data transfer cables are optimal for cameras without the ability to turn off power delivery in the settings menu. Compatible with all USB-C cameras.

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II Tethering Information

Camera Specifications

USB-C Camera: USB-C

USB Specification: USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 1

Transfer Speed: 10 Gbit/s Gbps | Optima 10G Speed

Power On/Off Options: NO*
*Do not use 5G cable

HDMI: HDMI Micro (Type D)

Battery: LP-E6NH

Optimal Camera Settings - Tethered Photography

Tethering Settings: Settings [Wrench icon] → Choose USB Connection App → Photo Import/Remote Control

Airplane Mode: Communication Functions [ Wireless Icon ] 1/4  → Airplane Mode: ON

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Compatible Tethering Software for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II

Adobe Lightroom Classic

Adobe Lightroom Classic

Compatible with:
  • Mac
  • Windows
Canon EOS Utility

Canon EOS Utility

Compatible with:
  • Mac
  • Windows
Capture One Pro

Capture One Pro

Compatible with:
  • Mac
  • Windows
  • iOS
Cascable

Cascable

Compatible with:
  • iOS
EOS Webcam Utility

EOS Webcam Utility

Compatible with:
  • Mac
  • Windows
Evoto

Evoto

Compatible with:
  • Mac
  • Windows
  • iOS
  • Android
Helicon Remote

Helicon Remote

Compatible with:
  • Mac
  • Windows
  • iOS
  • Android

Compatible ONsite Relay Insert for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II - Canon Battery LP-E6 (CRCE6)

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