The Evoto iPad version now supports tethered shooting via a direct cable connection to the iPad, allowing you to use this feature seamlessly within Evoto. You can instantly preview, edit, and apply preset effects to your photos as you shoot.

• Plug-and-play connection for instant capture;
• Displays complete camera information such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation;
• Real-time effect preview, with single image support for one-click application of preset effects, enabling automatic synchronization.

How to start the tether shooting?

Open Evoto on the iPad, tap the small camera icon on the right-hand toolbar to enter the “Tethered Shooting” interface, and the camera will be automatically detected.

If you manually click ‘”Cancel Detection“, you can manually click “Start Detection” to initiate the detection again.

The interface after the camera is successfully connected is as follows, with only the shooting and image receiving functions available at the moment.

After taking a picture, you can view the remaining storage capacity and the number of shots available on the current device in the interface.

Import Setting

Format Filter for Tethered Shooting

Wired tethered shooting now supports image format filtering.

Available Options: JPEG & RAW, JPEG only, RAW only

If the camera is set to JPEG & RAW, users can freely select any filter option.

If the camera is set to capture only JPEG or only RAW, the filter will be disabled accordingly.

After taking a picture, you can view the remaining storage capacity and the number of shots available on the current device in the interface.

Name File

There are five ways to name your original file:

• Custom Filename – Sequence
• Custom Filename – Original Filename
• Capture Date – Sequence
• Capture Date – Original Filename
• Original Filename (Default)

The default naming method uses the Original Filename. If the naming format includes a custom name, you can enter a custom name, with the default being “Evoto”.

When selecting a format that includes the date, you can choose the corresponding date display format.

Y—Year, M—Month, D—Day, e.g.: MMDDYYYY—10152024.

 

Preview Settings

On the tethered shooting module, there are “Preview Settings” that offer two modes:

• Show Newest Capture Photo – The preview will automatically jump to the most recently captured photo.
• Keep Current Selection – The preview will remain on the currently selected photo and will not jump with each new capture from the camera.

To ensure smooth use of the tethered shooting feature, additional adjustments may be required on both the iPad and the camera, depending on the camera manufacturer’s settings. After connecting, you can troubleshoot based on your camera brand by clicking the relevant link:

Sony Cameras

Nikon Cameras

Fujifilm Cameras

Panasonic Cameras

Leica Cameras

 

Export Original Image in Tethered Shooting

After completing a tethered shooting session, users can choose to export the original image in addition to the edited version. Exporting the original image does not assume credits.

Note:

For Evoto iPad, exports default to the system file, allowing users to select the location. If cloud drives, such as iCloud Drive or Google Drive is added to the sidebar, users can directly export to the cloud.

Abnormal Situations

• The iPad’s system version is too low;
• The camera model does not currently support this feature;
• The tethered shooting function is connected to another software;
• System device issues during the tethered process;
• An incompatible adapter is being used;
• Software on the iPad such as “Preview,” “Photos,” or “Image Capture” that occupies the camera device is open;
• The camera’s SD card is not inserted;
• Other issues.

• Update iPadOS to the latest version;
• Confirm whether your camera model is compatible;
• Ensure that any conflicting software is closed;
• Make sure the camera is properly connected, the data cable is undamaged and connected correctly. You can try switching USB ports or using a different data cable;
• Remove any adapter devices and use a direct connection, as some adapters do not support data communication. Make sure the adapter is OTG certified;
• Try restarting the camera and the Evoto client, then attempt to reconnect;
• Try reinstalling the software.