Snapbridge For Mac

If you have a new Nikon D500 or D3400 you want to use SnapBridge Bluetooth function to transfer your images to a device. Many have complained about a 2mp limit. Here is how to fix that problem.

If you look through the SnapBridge app there is a place to change the setting to upload full size images. This only works with JPEGS and not for RAW files or movies. Just select the option to upload full size images instead of the 2mp setting.

Just keep in mind the Nikon SnapBridge is slow. Much slower than WiFi. When it comes to original size images SnapBridge still works within the specs, but at a speed of 0.035 MB/s this can lead to very long transfer times and high power consumption.

Type SnapBridge and click on search. As a search result, you will get the SnapBridge app with details. So, find the install button and click on it to install. Within few minutes SnapBridge app will install to your android emulator, and the shortcut will appear on the home screen. Then click on it and start using SnapBridge for Mac.

A 2mp image can take 20 seconds to upload. An 18mp image will take at least 3 minutes each. Just think, 10 photos uploaded at full size will take at least 30 minutes to complete. So if you are out on a shoot and fill up your card I more than suggest you wait until you get home and just pop your SD card into the computer to transfer your images.

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The SnapBridge app can be used for direct Wi‑Fi connections that do not require you to first pair the camera and smart device. See here for information on the cameras that support this feature.

Before Connecting

Before proceeding:

Enable Wi‑Fi on the smart device (see the smart device manual for details),
Be sure the batteries in the camera and smart device are fully charged to prevent unexpected loss of power, and
Check that there is space remaining on the camera memory card

Wi‑Fi Mode

The following are unavailable in Wi‑Fi mode:

Nikon Snapbridge For Macbook Pro

Features accessed via Auto link in the tab (auto download and clock and location data synchronization)
The Create a Nikon ID account option in the tab
The Nickname option in the SnapBridge menu
Bluetooth remote control

To use these features, exit Wi‑Fi mode and pair the camera and smart device via Bluetooth.

Wi‑Fi Mode Not Available

Wi‑Fi mode cannot be enabled while pictures are being downloaded from the camera. After downloading pictures or interrupting transfer, wait at least three minutes before switching to Wi‑Fi mode.

Nikon Z Mount Mirrorless Cameras

Follow the steps below to connect to a Z mount camera via Wi‑Fi.

Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app. If this is the first time you have launched the app, tap Connect to camera and proceed to Step 2.
No “Connect to Camera” Button?
If you tapped Skip or have previously launched the SnapBridge app, tap in the tab, select Wi‑Fi mode, and proceed to Step 3.
No “Wi‑Fi mode” Option?
Check that the SnapBridge app is up to date. If you are using the latest version and the Wi‑Fi mode option is still missing, exit the app, confirm that it is not running in the background (the procedure varies with the smart device; see the documentation provided with your device for details), check that the device is connected to the Internet, and then re-launch the app.
Smart device: When prompted to select the camera type, tap mirrorless camera and then tap Wi‑Fi connection.
No “Mirrorless Camera” Option?
Check that the SnapBridge app is up to date. If you are using the latest version and the mirrorless camera option is still missing, exit the app, confirm that it is not running in the background (the procedure varies with the smart device; see the documentation provided with your device for details), check that the device is connected to the Internet, and then re-launch the app.
Smart device: The smart device will instruct you to ready the camera. Turn the camera on. Do not tap Next until you have completed Steps 4–5.
Camera: Highlight Wi‑Fi connection in the camera menus and press J (on some cameras, Wi‑Fi connection is in the Connect to smart device menu).
Camera: Highlight Establish Wi‑Fi connection and press J. The camera SSID and password will be displayed. Note that some cameras will not display an Establish Wi‑Fi connection option, in which case you should enable Wi‑Fi and proceed to Step 6 (see the camera manual for details).
Smart device: After completing Steps 3–5 on the camera, return to the smart device and tap Next.
Smart device: After reading the instructions displayed by the smart device, tap Open the device settings app.
The smart device Wi‑Fi settings dialog will be displayed.
Smart device: Enter the camera SSID and password (the SSID and password can be viewed in the camera menus; for more information, see the camera manual). Wi‑Fi mode options will be displayed once a connection is established.
You will not be required to enter the password when next you connect to the camera unless the password has changed in the interim.
Smart device: Wait for the smart device to connect. The connection is complete once Wi‑Fi options are displayed.
The Connection Status Icon
Connection status is shown by the following icons in the top right corner of the tab:
- : The SnapBridge app is in Wi-Fi mode without a Wi-Fi connection to the camera.
- : The smart device is connected to the camera via Wi-Fi.

Digital SLR Cameras That Support Wi-Fi Mode

Follow the steps below if you are using a digital SLR camera that supports Wi-Fi mode. For information on supported cameras, see here.

Smart device: Launch the SnapBridge app and tap Skip.
- If you have launched the app before, the welcome dialog will not be displayed; proceed to Step 2.
- Tapping Connect to camera displays a Bluetooth pairing dialog. Tap the button at the top left corner to return to the welcome dialog. See here for information on connecting via Bluetooth.
Tap in the tab and select Wi‑Fi mode.
No “Wi‑Fi mode” Option?
Check that the SnapBridge app is up to date. If you are using the latest version and the Wi‑Fi mode option is still missing, exit the app, confirm that it is not running in the background (the procedure varies with the smart device; see the documentation provided with your device for details), check that the device is connected to the Internet, and then re-launch the app.
Smart device: Tap Wi‑Fi connection when prompted. The smart device will instruct you to ready the camera. Do not tap Next until you have completed Step 4.
Camera: In the menus, select Wi-Fi or Connect to smart device > Wi-Fi connection, then highlight Establish Wi-Fi connection and press J to display the camera SSID and password. If Establish Wi-Fi connection is not displayed even though the camera supports Wi-Fi mode, update to the latest version of the camera firmware.
Smart device: After completing Step 4 on the camera, return to the smart device and tap Next.
Wi-Fi connection instructions will be displayed.
Smart device: After reading the instructions, tap Open the device settings app.
The smart device Wi‑Fi settings dialog will be displayed.
Smart device: Select the SSID displayed by the camera in Step 4 and enter the password.
Reconnecting
Unless the password has changed in the interim, you will not be required to enter the password when next you connect to the camera.
Smart device: Wait for the smart device to connect. The connection is complete once Wi‑Fi options are displayed.
The Connection Status Icon
Connection status is shown by the following icons in the top right corner of the tab:
- : The SnapBridge app is in Wi-Fi mode without a Wi-Fi connection to the camera.
- : The smart device is connected to the camera via Wi-Fi.

Unable to Connect?

If you are unable to connect via Wi‑Fi, try again after reading this.