I do not want to import copies to iPhoto

When I connect my iPhone 5S with iOS 8.1 to my MacBook Pro with OS X 10.10
I do not want to import copies of my photo to iPhoto in my MacBook.
Could some help me to solve this issue?

Hello there, BosseH.
The feature that activates the behavior of launching iPhoto automatically when you connect your iPhone is set within the iPhoto application itself. The following Knowledge Base article provides the instructions on how to turn the feature off by selecting "No Application":
iPhoto '11: Change what happens when you connect a camera to your computer
To choose the application that opens:
Make sure no cameras are connected to your computer.
Choose iPhoto > Preferences, and then click General.
Choose an option from the “Connecting camera opens” pop-up menu.
Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities.
Cheers,
Pedro.

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