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# GigE Vision vs USB3 Vision - what's the difference?

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> Type: Q&A
> Language: English · Also available in Chinese: https://www.kies.com.cn/zh/kb/gige-vision-vs-usb3.md

## Answer

GigE Vision runs over Ethernet with ~100m reach and easy multi-camera networking; USB3 Vision offers more bandwidth (~350MB/s class) but short cables. Fixed line stations favour GigE; benchtop high-speed favours USB3.

## Details

Both are standard camera protocols supported by mainstream vision libraries. GigE Vision runs on ordinary Ethernet - up to ~100m per cable, easy switching for multi-camera setups and PoE power - hence the line default. USB3 Vision gives more bandwidth and lower latency but only a few metres of cable, so it lives on benchtops.

When bandwidth runs short: move to 2.5G/10G GigE models, crop the ROI or reduce bit depth. Send KIES your field of view, takt and camera count for a full camera-lens-lighting combination.

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