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Canon WFT-E8A Wireless file transmitter for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II

Item # 280WFTE8A

Canon's WFT-E8A wireless file transmitter adds speedy image transfer capabilities and wireless shooting options to...

Canon's WFT-E8A wireless file transmitter adds speedy image transfer capabilities and wireless shooting options to...

Item # 280WFTE8A

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About the Canon WFT-E8A

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Add wireless capability to your Canon EOS-1D X Mark II

Canon's WFT-E8A wireless file transmitter adds speedy image transfer capabilities and wireless shooting options to the EOS-1D X Mark II. It supports the IEEE 802.11ac wireless protocol using both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands for ultra-high-speed image transfer. A perfect low-profile add-on, the WFT-E8A shares the same kind of dust- and moisture-resistant construction with the 1D X Mark II, and is powered by the camera.

Add wireless capability to your Canon EOS-1D X Mark II

Canon's WFT-E8A wireless file transmitter adds speedy image transfer capabilities and wireless shooting options to the EOS-1D X Mark II. It supports the IEEE 802.11ac wireless protocol using both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands for ultra-high-speed image transfer. A perfect low-profile add-on, the WFT-E8A shares the same kind of dust- and moisture-resistant construction with the 1D X Mark II, and is powered by the camera.

Plenty of options for image transfer and camera control

Depending on what your shooting situation calls for, you can use the WFT-E8A to transfer images using a computer or a mobile device. Canon's Camera Connect app lets you transfer images and MP4 movies to your compatible phone or tablet. Remote Live View still and motion capture lets you control and change settings on your 1D X Mark II through a straightforward interface on your device. Wireless time syncing for up to ten 1D X Mark II cameras lets you record a timed succession of images and determines the accurate shooting sequence.

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Product highlights:

  • adds wireless capability to the Canon EOS-1D X Mark II
  • supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi® for fast, efficient image transfer
  • transfer images using FTP transfer, EOS Utility, WFT Server or Canon Camera Connect app
  • free Canon Camera Connect app adds remote shooting and sharing of still photos and movies with a compatible smart device
    • available for iOS® and Android™ devices
  • wireless time syncing can sort images captured by multiple cameras in the accurate shooting sequence
  • sealed for dust and water resistance
  • 1"W x 2-1/4"H x 1-3/8"D
  • weight: 1.34 oz.
  • warranty: 1 year
  • MFR # 1173C001

What's in the box:

  • Wireless File Transmitter (with plastic terminal cover)
  • Storage pouch
  • Instruction Manual on CD
  • Warranty card
  • Areas of Use and Restrictions sheet

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Features

Overview: The Canon WFT-E8A Wireless File Transmitter designed specifically for the EOS-1D X Mark II DSLR camera. It attaches to the camera and provides ultra high-speed image transfer over a wireless network. It can communicate on the IEEE 802.11ac standard, with data transfer speeds of up to 433 Mbps. It also transfer images to a compatible smartphone or tablet using the Canon Camera Connect app. The WFT-E8A also has a wireless time syncing feature that can synchronize up to ten EOS-1D X Mark II cameras for recording a timed succession of images from different sources.

Ultra High-Speed: The WFT-E8A communicates on the IEEE 802.11ac/n/a/g/b Wi-Fi standards, and transmits on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. IEEE 802.11ac is almost 3 times faster than IEEE 802.11n. The transmitter has a range of up to 492 feet (with no obstructions or radio interference). This gives the WFT-E8A exceptional speed and range for transferring image data from the camera. The maximum Wireless LAN speed of the different standards is as follows:

IEEE 802.11ac IEEE 802.11n IEEE 802.11a IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.11b
433 Mbps 150 Mbps 54 Mbps 54 Mbps 11 Mbps

Transfer Methods: The WFT-E8A offers numerous ways to transfer images from your EOS-1D X Mark II to your image storage location:

  • FTP Transfer: You can directly transfer images to local or offsite servers using FTP transfer.
  • EOS Utility: You can transfer images and perform Live View remote shooting with Canon's EOS Utility software installed on your PC.
  • WFT Server: Canon's WFT Server allows you to capture still images and movies offsite through a compatible smartphone, tablet or computer without additional software needed. You can also shoot remotely with a master camera linked to slave cameras set to shoot at the same time. You can access the Live View display of any of the cameras to adjust focus, configure remote shooting settings, or view images on the cameras' memory cards.
  • Camera Connect App: Using Canon's free Camera Connect app, you can operate the camera remotely and store the images on a compatible smartphone or tablet. Images and videos can viewed remotely, and instantly shared to others using social media sites. Transmission range is up to 42 feet, when connected to a smartphone directly.

    Note: The Camera Connect App is designed for iPhone and iPad, and requires iOS 7.0 or later. It is also compatible with Android devices, running version 4.0 and up.

Linking Multiple Cameras: Canon's Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E8A allows you to wirelessly link up to 10 slave cameras to a master camera for multi-angle linked shooting. Any cameras that are compatible with linked shooting, with WFT-series transmitters attached, can be used as slave cameras, no matter what the model. Each slave camera must be within line of sight of the master camera, and the transmission range is up to 328 feet. When you press the shutter button halfway or fully on the master camera, the slave cameras will react the same way, as when their shutter buttons are pressed halfway or fully. The firing of all linked cameras at precisely the same time is not possible, as there is a slight delay (0.05 seconds or less) between the shutter release on the master camera and the shutter release of the slave cameras.

Installation: The WFT-E8A features a proprietary 12-pin terminal that fits into the System Extension Terminal on the EOS-1D X Mark II DSLR. A post on the transmitter fits into a corresponding hole on the camera to keep the unit in place. The transmitter has a screw-on collar that secures the WFT-E8A to the EOS-1D X Mark II. The camera provides power to the transmitter. Like the camera, the WFT-E8A is sealed to resist dust and water, allowing you to use it in extreme environments.

Specifications:

  • Standards Compliance: IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b
  • Transmission Method:
    • DS-SS modulation (IEEE 802.11b)
    • OFDM modulation (IEEE 802.11ac/n/a/g)
  • Transmission Range:
    • Up to 492 feet (with no obstructions between the transmitting and receiving antennas, and no radio interference)
    • Up to 49.2 feet (when connected to a smartphone directly)
  • Transmission Frequencies:
    • 2412 to 2462 MHz (Channels 1-11)
    • 5180 to 5320 MHz (Channels 36-64)
    • 5745 to 5825 MHz (Channels 149 to 165)
  • Security:
    • Authentication method: Open system, Shared key, WPA/WPA2-PSK
    • Encryption: WEP, TKIP, AES (IPsec supported)
  • Dimensions: Width 0.978", Height 2.24", Depth 1.343"
  • Weight: 1.34 ounces

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