Backup duplicate pictures

I'm having an issue backing up my wife's MacBook Air because of all of the duplicate pictures created by iPhoto. I understand Duplicate Annihilator is the way to go, but the first thing everyone says is to "backup your files". Well, that's the issue. iPhoto says she has 2876 pictures (which I have room to backup) while Finder says she has 9570 pictures (which I don't have room for). Any suggestions in this area?
Thanks for your time. If this has already been answered, please direct me. I couldn't find it in my searches though.
Cody

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