Is USB Type C compatible with hardware only having USB 3?

[TimTDP]

Is the new USB Type C compatible with hardware only having USB 2 / ports?
For example, my camera has a mini USB port. Can I connect it to a USB type C port?

Thanks

 

[Chevron]

Is the new USB Type C compatible with hardware only having USB 2 / ports?
For example, my camera has a mini USB port. Can I connect it to a USB type C port?

Thanks

If you have the right cable yes.

 

[TimTDP]

Thank you

 

[giggity]

Yes and no. You will be able to transfer data at standard USB2.0 speeds, but will not be capable of charging the device at the 100W/20V capability of the standard. It will basically be a glorified MicroUSB cable.