USB cable compatibility

Jane · 01-04-2016, 12:50 PM

I just got my first k-3, which did not come with a USB cable. I use it to transfer photos to my computer. I have 4 k-50's and a k30 so I have 5 cables for them. I noticed that the USB port looks a little different on the k-3 as apposed to the K-50. Are they interchangeable or do I need to find a new cable for my k-3? (In case your wondering, I shoot motorsports and often hit 100,000 clicks by the end of the season. Then semi retire them as back up's, light use and vacation camera's etc.)

**pepperberry farm** · 01-04-2016, 12:51 PM

the cable that came with my K-50 did not work with my K-3; fortunately, I did have another mini-USB cable that did fit the K-3; I did also recently purchase the correct USB cable from B&H and my transfer speeds are quicker....

Adam · 01-04-2016, 01:24 PM

The K-3 has a USB3 micro E port. A smaller (and cheaper) USB2 micro E cable will also work, but you won't optimal transfer speeds with it.

I believe the K-50 has a mini B port, so its cable will not work.

Jane · 01-04-2016, 01:41 PM

Thank you both! I'll need a new cable than. I hope they stick to one size for now on.

01-04-2016, 12:50 PM	#1
Jane Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Mid South Posts: 289	USB cable compatibility I just got my first k-3, which did not come with a USB cable. I use it to transfer photos to my computer. I have 4 k-50's and a k30 so I have 5 cables for them. I noticed that the USB port looks a little different on the k-3 as apposed to the K-50. Are they interchangeable or do I need to find a new cable for my k-3? (In case your wondering, I shoot motorsports and often hit 100,000 clicks by the end of the season. Then semi retire them as back up's, light use and vacation camera's etc.)

01-04-2016, 01:24 PM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	The K-3 has a USB3 micro E port. A smaller (and cheaper) USB2 micro E cable will also work, but you won't optimal transfer speeds with it. I believe the K-50 has a mini B port, so its cable will not work. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,797	the cable that came with my K-50 did not work with my K-3; fortunately, I did have another mini-USB cable that did fit the K-3; I did also recently purchase the correct USB cable from B&H and my transfer speeds are quicker....

01-04-2016, 01:41 PM	#4
Jane Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Mid South Posts: 289 Original Poster	Thank you both! I'll need a new cable than. I hope they stick to one size for now on.