Photography Technology Requirements

We recommend purchasing your laptop online from the KCAD Apple Store.

 

The minimum system requirements for this program:

• Macbook Pro (13", 14" or 16") 2019 or newer
• Macbook Air (13") 2019 or newer
• 16 GB or 32 GB RAM recommended
• 512 GB or 1 TB SSD internal storage recommended
  
  

Required Software

• Microsoft Office for Mac (free download)
• Adobe Creative Cloud subscription including Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro
  
  

Recommended Accessories

• 1 TB or larger external hard drive for image storage
• Thunderbolt 3/USB-C to standard USB adapter
• 20 Megapixel of higher DSLR camera (full sensors are encouraged but not required)
• External card reader for DSLR memory card
• 35mm SLR film camera with 50mm lens

 

Recommended for Protection and Security

• Laptop Bag or Cover for your MacBook Pro
• Portable Laptop Lock
  
  

Software Ordering

• Some software can be ordered directly from KCAD at a reduced cost for students. Go to the Technical Support page for more information or visit Ferris' Adobe CC for Students page to purchase software