Below you will find the required equipment for PhotoMatch and the NowCandid applications, PartyPics Now, SportsPics Now and GradPics Now.
EQUIPMENT LIST
TABLETS
Surface Go 3 w/ LTE - Minimum 8 GB RAM,128 GB SSD Required
Note that Pro Versions with ARM Processors are not compatible
(Must run Windows 10 (not in S Mode) or Windows 11
COMPATIBLE CAMERAS
- All Recent Nikon models
- All Recent Canon models
- Supported Sony Models -
a7 IV
a7C
a1
a9 II
a7R IV
a7R IV A
a7R V
a7S III
a6700
BURANO (MPC-2610)
DSC-RX0M2 (Ver. 3.00 or later)
ILX-LR1
ILCE-1
ILCE-9M2
ILCE-7RM5
ILCE-7RM4A
ILCE-7RM4
ILCE-7CR
ILCE-7SM3
ILCE-7M4
ILCE-7CM2
ILCE-7C
ILCE-6700
ILME-FX6V/ILME-FX6T(Ver. 3.00 or later)
ILME-FX3(Ver. 2.00 or later)
ILME-FX30
ZV-E1
CAMERA USB CABLES
Order 2 per Camera (1 is a backup) – The right-angle style better protects the camera’s USB port
- 3’ cables for use with a tripod or mobile carrying case
- 6’ cables for use with a tablet assistant or if handholding camera w/ tablet mounted to stand
Mini B 5 Pin
Canon 6D, 7D, 70D, 77D, 80D, 1D, 1Ds, 1DX, 5D Mark I-III
Nikon D90, D300, D600, D610, D700, D7000
Mini B 8 Pin
20" Cable - 40" length is no longer available, so add 3' USB extension cable extension
Nikon D7100, D7200, D750
Micro B 5 Pin -Right Sided
Nikon D7500, Nikon Z50, Canon M50
Micro B 5 Pin - Left Sided
Nikon Z50, Canon 90D
3.0 Micro B
Some windows devices may underpower the USB ports which can affect the communication to the camera. This is only an issue with this USB 3 type plug. Most cameras will operate/communicate more than adequately using just the USB Micro portion of the port. This is USB 2. Try a Micro B Pin cable instead. If Photomatch recognizes the Micro B 5 Pin, then just use this cable for a more stable connection.
Canon 5D Mark IV
Nikon D500, D610, D800, D810, D850
USB C
C to A Cables (Requires adapter for Go Tablets and splitter if using a scanner) If you are going directly from the camera to the Go tablet, use the Right Angle C to Right Angle C below this C to A cable.
All Nikon Mirrorless except the Z50
All Canon Mirrorless except the M50
Sony Models - Sony a7 IV, Sony a7C, Sony a1, Sony a9 II, Sony a7R IV, Sony a7R IV A, Sony a7R V, Sony a7S III, Sony a6700
Right Angle C to Right Angle C Cables (No adapter required for Go Tablets - Not compatible with scanners)
All Nikon Mirrorless except the Z50
All Canon Mirrorless except the M50
Sony Models - Sony a7 IV, Sony a7C, Sony a1, Sony a9 II, Sony a7R IV, Sony a7R IV A, Sony a7R V, Sony a7S III, Sony a6700
Alternate Source 1 of Right Angle Adapters
Alternate Source 2 of Right Angle Adapters
These are more reliable than the short adapters below. In many cases where the tablet port in combination with the 6" adapter were loose, the right angle adapter resolved the issue. Note that if you use a mobile shoulder case, the adapter will work with the scout case. Other cases may require some cutting/alterations to the case.
iPhone & iPad Lightning Adapter
Enables an iPhone or iPad to be hooked up to a camera when using the NowCandid IOS App. Lightning to USB A Female (Part MD821AM)
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
iKlip Tablet Holder for Tripod or Stand - $40-$45
Used to connect tablet to your tripod, light stand or another stand
Spin Bike Tablet Holder for Tripod or Stand - $19.95
Used to connect tablet to your tripod, light stand or another stand
Tablet Shoulder Carry Case
For a mobile Photographer
QR/Barcode Scanners (PhotoMatch Only)
(Scanners must be programmed before using with PhotoMatch)
USB Splitter for Use with Scanners and/or ID Card Printers
USB Hub for Surface Go Tablet - 2 USB A Ports
Does drain battery about 25% faster, Will not fit on tablet when using external tablet case
USB Hub for Surface Go Tablet - 1 USB A & 1 USB C Port
USB Hub for Surface Go Tablet - 3 USB A Ports
Multi USB Hub for Surface Go Tablets - 4 USB A Ports
Allows you to connect a camera, scanner and printer to your tablet
Surface Go 2 Keyboard
Recommend at least one for your tablet collection (will make updates easier)
Vagabond Mini
Portable Power to charge multiple tablets for all day photoshoots or power studio lights.
Anker Powercore 26800 PD 45w - Portable Tablet Charger
Anker power supply. Has C port and 2 USB A ports. C port will charge a compatible mirrorless camera and also Surface Go tablets. At $100, this is a cost effective alternative to a Vagabond, though the capacity is about half the vagabond. You can top off a Go tablet a couple of times with this power pack. For tablet charging, pair it with the charging cable below. This will not power studio lights.
USB C to Go Tablet Charging Cable
8.6” Tablet Hood
Recommended for shooting in sun when the tablet is mounted to a tripod or stand
Camera Flash Brackets
1.5' Off-Camera TTL Flash Cord for Bracket
Phone Bracket
For mounting iPhone's to camera for use with NowCandid Capture App. Not currently compatible with Photomatch. Requires iPhone lightning to female A adapter for camera to communicate with NowCandid Capture App on iPhone or iPad.
iPhone & iPad Lightning Adapter
Mini Cable Clamp
Small USB cable clamp if handholding camera. Mounts to bottom of camera or flip bracket. Small - 1.5" long
Use for more accurate reviewing of images outdoors during the day on camera LCD's and even tablets.
