Compare photos side by side on your Mac
When two photos are almost equally strong, looking at them one after another can make the decision harder. ViolaScope lets you place two selected photos next to each other so you can judge the differences directly.
Put two similar photos next to each other
Comparison view is built around a two-photo selection. Choose two candidates and display them together instead of switching back and forth between separate views.
This is useful for similar frames, short sequences and other situations where small visual differences decide which photo you prefer.
ViolaScope uses comparison as a visual selection tool. It is not an automated pixel-difference or duplicate-detection workflow.
Inspect the differences that matter
With both photos visible at the same time, you can compare details such as sharpness, expression, movement, framing and other differences that may be difficult to judge from memory.
The goal is not to score images automatically. The comparison workspace gives you a direct visual basis for making your own selection.
Keep ratings and culling available while comparing
Comparison view remains part of the normal ViolaScope review workflow. Ratings stay available while both photos are visible, and culling decisions can also be made during the comparison.
That means the decision does not have to be separated from the rest of the review process. You can compare, rate and narrow down the selection in the same workflow.
Move from grid to comparison and back
Grid view is useful for finding groups of similar photos. From there, select two difficult candidates, open comparison view, inspect them side by side and record the decision.
After the comparison, return to the grid and continue with the next pair. Full screen remains available when one image needs more space for closer inspection.
For the complete workflow, see the Compare, Grid and Full Screen chapter. You can also continue with photo culling or photo ratings.