Iphoto file size

I recently bought a Canon Pixma MP990 and have been scanning slides. I set the resolution to maximum 4600 dpi and I'm saving them as tiff files. The resulting photos are from 80 MB to 100 MB in size. My question is, am I asking for trouble with such large file sizes and does it make a difference when I eventually pint them. I installed a 1TB internal drive to store them but my OS is on the 80GB start-up drive which is also filling up since the printer files on on that disk. Also is there a capacity limit for the library folder.

Thanks for your response. I may be engaging in overkill and jpeg is probably good enough. I started scaning them in jpeg with good results but since many need a lot of editing due to fading etc. I started saving them in tiff. My printer can only print up to 8 1/2 by 11, but i may want to print selected photos larger. I have the disk space I just wondered if there was another downside to files this large.

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IPhoto file sizes and a Trash mystery

I hope someone who knows more than I do about iPhoto file sizes can help solve a mystery for me. I'm not a Mac novice; I have been using them exclusively for more than 20 years, but I haven't come across this phenomenon before.
For a few months now, I have been keeping an eye on 500GB iMac's hard drive as it has been filling. When it reached 80GB of space remaining earlier this month, I figured that soon I would have to start tidying up or moving stuff to an external hard drive to reclaim space on the computer. Then, one morning last week, I switched on the iMac and discovered that the whole 80GB had vanished overnight and the disk was full. Weird, but not a disaster.
The biggest single file on the drive was my iPhoto library, at 120GB. That seemed large for a library containing 7,512 photos (none RAW), but I decided to move it off to an external anyway. The process ran smoothly. It's now safely on an external drive and iPhoto has been working well. After a few days of reassuring myself that all was fine, I decided to trash the original library on the iMac.
Here's the mystery (at least it's a mystery to me): The library of 7,512 pictures produced more than 65,000 items to delete in the Trash. Some of these items are taking up to 20 minutes each to delete. The trash has been emptying now for more than 24 hours; I have recovered 100GB of the 120GB and there are still 15,270 items to be killed.
Does that sound odd to anyone? If not, why are nine times as many files being killed as there are pictures in the library? And why would 80GB of space have vanished overnight?

That sounds very off indeed.
For comaprison. I have a library here with 30K+ items, some raw, some video, mostly Jpegs and that's 83.1 gigs. So a library of 120gigs for 7.5 k shots is well out of line.
My guess is that something was been written into the Library by some other agent - for instance, a back up app writing a back up into the Library or something odd like that.
Go to your working Library on the External. Right (or Control-) Click on the icon and select 'Show Package Contents'. A finder window will open with the Library exposed.
In List View, sort it on Size. What's the biggest item(s)?
Regards
TD

IPhoto file size is now 90Gb - does this matter?

I have been using iPhoto for many years and now the file size is around 90GB which is starting to become a problem when backing up this file specifically and for the file size of Time Machine on my spare external HDD.
Are there any known ramifications for having a file size this big, is there an upper limit and should I comnsider splitting this into smaller files (by year for example) - if so, how would I do that?
If I have missed other posts on this I apologise in advance but I couldn't find any
Thanks

no - file size is not an issue - there is no Max - and it is not normallhy a good idea to breakup your iPhoto library - doing so defeats the primary advantage of it - being able to easily find photos
LN

IPhone 4 iPhoto file size

Hi,
not sure whether someone also came across this problem, but it bugs me quite a lot after receiving my new iPhone 4 with 16 gigs.
I previously had a 3GS with 16 gigs and it could fit my whole iTunes music (approx. 1.200 files) and my whole iPhoto photos (approx. 7.000) on it, and I still had some 2,4 GB of storage space left.
That´s why I decided to go for the 16 gig iPhone 4, thinking that I still had enough space left for the near future.
Only that now the iPhone 4 won´t sync my iPhoto library, as it says there´s not enough space on the iPhone. As I understand it, iTunes doesn´t reduce the photos as much for the iPhone 4 as it did for the 3GS. On the 3GS the space used for photos was at 4,8 GB, the same library on the iPhone 4 wants to use up something like 13 GB.
Is there a way to reduce the file size for the iPhone 4? I searched for settings both in iTunes and in iPhoto, the only thing I could find is to do with SD videos, but nothing I found with regards to reducing photo file size.
I am quite angry actually, first of all I am stuck to the 16 GB iPhone 4 for 2 years now, as I bought it via a mobile operator, and second of all, while I appreciate the Retina display, I don´t need such a high resolution on a smartphone.
I can´t imagine I am the first person to run into this problem from upgrading from 3GS to 4, how do other people do this?

You're not the first person to run in to this problem. There are several posts about this exact problem that you could have found by searching before posting.
From the threads I have read there is not a way to reduce the file size of the pictures that are transferred. I don't know if reducing the resolution of the picture on your computer (which will result in a smaller file size) and then transferring would help or not.
You didn't mention how long you have had the phone but at least in the USA you can return or exchange the phone within the first 30 days after purchase. This would give you the option of getting a 32 GB iPhone 4 or going back to the phone you previously had.
I hope this post helps resolve your problem.

IPhoto file sizes

Does anyone know why is my iPhoto library is 17.8GB when iPhoto only has 53MB of pictures in it?
I need more disk space on my hard drive and am clearing up my picture files. I have transfered them onto an external hard drive to keep them safe while I try and clear up the iPhoto library. I will transfer them back into iPhoto from the external hard drive when the iPhoto library is emptier. It seems as if there are still 17GB of files that I can't see that I am not sure how to delete (My iPhoto trash is empty).
Cheers,
Rick

Thanks for your speedy reply, Terence. I see you know quite a lot about iPhoto, so I'm grateful for your insights.
That being said, I beg to differ about there being no reason for me to be in there.
As a power user, I like to know what's going on under the hood. I'm trying to make iPhoto work for me with multiple iPhones, Macs and other cameras in my family. Things don't work the way I'd like them to out of the box, so I'm left to my own devices (pun intended) sometimes! I suppose I should start another thread about this, but first I'm searching the archives to figure out how to pose my questions without being too redundant.
But since you're watching this thread - can you explain why iPhoto creates empty folders in Masters? I would be more tolerant if they were in the Previews or Cache folders, as they're essentially glorified temp folders. But to me, the name Masters implies a folder that would contain just your original photos without any treatment.
What are your thoughts on this? Many thanks in advance!
-Steve Warren

File Sizes Surge with Merger of Aperture an iPhoto Libraries

I merged an Aperture library and an iPhoto library. All went well. However, the resulting file sizes on BOTH new libraries have increased significantly. The iPhoto file size went from ~ 50 gigs to ~144 gigs and the Aperture library went from ~90 gigs to ~ 102 gigs.
I thought I would be able to delete one of the libraries (iPhoto) after the merger, but now that it is so big...I;m not sure what to do.
I can understand the post merger Aperture library getting larger, but why the iPhoto library?
Also, I read that the iPhoto library may contain "originals" and that only versions merged over into the new Aperture (post merger) library. Is that true? If so, what can be done to move over the originals to whicheveer library survives?
Thanks!

How exactly did you merge? And what are your Aperture and iPhoto versions?
Why are there two new libraries after merging an Aperture library and an iPhoto library? Merging two libraries should create one merged library, or am I missing something?
WIth Aperture 3.3 or later and iPhoto 9.3 or later: If you want to merge an iPhoto library into an Aperture library, you would open the Aperture library and then use "File > Import > Library" and select the iPhoto Library to merge the iPhoto Library into your Aperture library.
The Aperture library should increase in size to accomodate your iPhoto images, but the size of the imported iPhoto library should stay the same.
Also, I read that the iPhoto library may contain "originals" and that only versions merged over into the new Aperture (post merger) library. Is that true? If so, what can be done to move over the originals to whicheveer library survives?
That will depend on the iPhoto and Aperture versions you are using. With any Aperture version later than Aperture 3.3. both the originals and edited versions will be imported into Aperture, when you import an iPhoto library as library to merge it into the Aperture library. Only if your iPhoto library is referenced (the original image files not included in the iPhoto library), then Aperture will also reference these original files and not import them into the Aperture library. YOu can consolidate the originals later in aperture.
But we need to know, how exactly you merged your libraries to be able to understand, how both libraries increased in size. Did you not use "File > Import > Library"?
-- Léonie

How can I find the file size of an image within an iPhoto event or album?

In order to see the file size of any particular photo, I've been dragging a copy onto my desktop and using "get info." Is there a better way?
I'm using 10.7.4 and iPhoto 11 v 9.3.2

1. That's only getting the file size of the Preview.
2. Click on a photo to select it. Then click on the info button. You can get the dimensions and the file size in the top of the pane
Note that the final size of any image will depend on the export settings you choose.

In iphoto, how do i save a photo after editing, in the same or higher file size, it's saves in a lower size

in iphoto, how do i save a photo after editing, in the same or higher file size, it's saves in a lower size

It's rather more complicated that this.
iPhoto is a lossless editor. You don't lose any quality on your shot in iPhoto.
The file size you see reported is the size of your iPhoto Preview: this is what gets used if you access the data via a media browser. It's a "good-enough-for-most-uses" version of the shot. Email it, upload to websites, use it in Presentation, Word processing file etc
If you want to set the quality yourself then Export the photo using the File -> Export command.
You can choose to export to Jpeg, Tiff or png. Tiff is lossless but the file sizes are up to 10 times larger. Jpeg allows you to choose different qualities: High, Medium or low. The difference is the amount of compression involved. High quality means very little compression. It's not unusual for photos exported at this setting to have a larger file size than the original.
Which setting you choose depends on the use you intend. Further editing, printing then high is important. Sending to Facebook? Well low will do just fine there as they're going to trash the file anyway.
But the key point: the file size only becomes an issue when you export.
Regards
TD

I have a few hundred duplicates in my iPhoto library, but the file sizes are different. So one is 1.3mb and one is 567kb. I want to delete the smaller ones, but short of comparing each duplicate, is there a way to do this?

I have a few hundred duplicates in my iPhoto library, but the file sizes are different. So one is 1.3mb and one is 567kb. I want to delete the smaller ones, but short of comparing each duplicate, is there a way to do this? I've been looking at Duplicate Annhilator but I don't think it can do it.
Thanks!

I just ran a test with iPhoto Library Manager, Duplicate Annihilator, iPhoto Duplicate Cleaner, Duplifinder and Photodedupo. I imported a folder of 5 photos into a test library 3 times, allowing iPhoto to import duplicates. I then ran the 5 photos thru resizer to reduce their jpeg compression but all other aspects of the file the same.
None of the duplicate removal apps found set that was reduced in the file resizer. That's probably due to the fact that the file creation date was being used as a criteria and the resized photo would have a different file creation date even though the Image Capture date was the same.
They all found the 3 regular duplicates and some of them would mark two and leave the 3rd unmarked. iPhoto Duplicate Cleaner can sort the found duplicates by file size but if the file was edited to get the reduced file size it might not be found as it would have a different file creation/modification date.
iPhoto Library Manage was able to find all duplicates and mark them as such if the file names were the same the the filename option was selected. Otherwise it also missed the modified, resized version. It allowed one to select the one photo to save before going to work on the library.
So if a photo has been reduced in image quality or pixel size it will not be considered a duplicate.
OT

When making a photo book, my iPhoto freezes during uploading the book to the store after assembly. I have attempted this 4 times now and I don't know what to do! I know the file size is massive due quantity of large images. How can I get past this?

When making a photo book, my iPhoto freezes during uploading the book to the storey. I have attempted this 4 times now and I don't know what to do! I know the file size is massive due quantity of large image files, but I don't want to reduce the image file size and compromise quality in the book. How can I get past this?
My macbook air is os x 10.9, using iPhoto 11 9.5 (902.7).

Try Old Toad's solution here: See Re: iphoto : upload impossible to print a book
Try to boot into Safe Mode and order this way, or sign into a different user account and try to order as a different user.
Léonie

Reducing file size in iphoto

I needed to free up disc space (I have over 6000 photos stored in iphoto). I couldn't find a solution in this forum, but have hit on a way that works.
1. Move photos to a CD to preserve original file size. 2. Export photos at reduced file size to a folder on the desk top. 3. Trash original photos. 4. Import reduced size photos. 5. Trash folder.
Reduced size photos are fine for viewing and 4x6 prints. Larger prints can be made from the CD.
Perhaps there's an easier way, but this works.

File -> Export
Note the Jpeg Quality setting. That has the most impact on file size.
Regards
TD

Is it best to upload HD movies from a camcorder to iMovie or iPhoto. iMovie gives the option for very large file sizes - presumably it is best to use this file size because the HD movie is then at its best quality?

Is it best to upload hd movie to iPhoto or iMovie? iMovie seems to store the movie in much larger files - presumably this is preferable as a larger file is better quality?

Generally it is if you're comparing identical compressors & resolutions but there's something else happening here. If you're worried about quality degrading; check the original file details on the camera (or card) either with Get Info or by opening in QuickTime and showing info. You should find the iPhoto version (reveal in a Finder) is a straight copy. You can't really increase image quality of a movie (barring a few tricks) by increasing file size but Apple editing products create a more "scrub-able" intermediate file which is quite large.
Good luck and happy editing.

Compressing photo size in iphoto - want file size small but pic big? how?

Hello
I hope this is the right section for this post.
I am building a website and I want photos on it, I am building it in iWeb.
in iPhoto is there any way of making my photos a smaller file size?
I have cropped them a bit, but some are still about 400kb.
I want my site to load quickly.
I want a gallery page with thumbnails to click on to enlarge them, but on my home page I want 1 big picture. What is compression and can i do it in iPhoto? Can I still have a picture the same size (to look at) but the file size is smaller. I have heard photos should be about 30-70kb and mine are 400kb jpegs!?
Macbook Mac OS X (10.4.8) using iphoto and iweb, not hosting on .mac

Betsy
I believe that iWeb optimises the pics when you publish the site, but you could confirm that on the iWeb forum.
If you want to reduce the size of pics using iPhoto, you do that on export: Select the pics you want and go File -> Export. Use the dialogue to specify the size of the pics you require and export them to a folder on the desktop.
Regards
TD

IPhoto duplicates/messed up import? Different file sizes?

After transferring photos from our old Mac to the iMac, there are now many duplicate photos that I'd like to clear out. (My partner did the transfer, so I can't tell you the specifics of what went wrong). There are numerous events titled Original and a second event of the same photos, although there may be more photos in the second event due to created duplicates that have been modified. Comparing the two events, the photo file sizes are smaller in the original set than in the second set. Why is that? For otherwise identical photos, which should I delete?
And is there any reason not to open iPhoto from the dock and delete duplicates?

(My partner did the transfer, so I can't tell you the specifics of what went wrong).
I can tell you what they did wrong - they Imported your old iPhoto library into the new one - NEVER import an iPhoto library into another iPhoto library - it does not work, created massive duplication and an unusable mess
You can use iPhoto and delete duplicates (do it in batches of 100 or less emptying the iPhoto trash and system trash every batch)
The better solution is to go back and do it correctly - If the old Mac is still available and working trash the bad iPhoto library on the new system and Connect the two Macs together (network, firewire target mode, etc) or use an external hard drive formed Mac OS extended (journaled) and drag the iPhoto library intact as a single entity from the old Mac to the pictures folder of the new Mac - launch iPhoto on the new mac and it will open the library and convert it as needed and you will be ready move forward.
LN

IPhoto Book Colour Profiles & File Sizes?

I want to make a book in iPhoto. All my images are Adobe RGB. Do I need to change the colour profile.
I have a Mac with and Apple flat screen that has been colour balanced. So all the images look good. I am just concerned that they will be printed in a different profile and look rubbish.
What is the smallest file size and resolution that will look good.
Any other helpful advice.

Here's what Apple responded with when I asked them about book material and print quality:
"Thank you for contacting the Apple Print Products Customer Service.
I understand that you would like to know the printing process that is used and the color mode the files should be in, so you can better advise users in the iPhoto forum.
iPhoto version 4 or later, allows you to import and print files through the Apple Print Product service as RGB, grayscale, or CMYK color space. JPEG files with *RGB color space are recommended for best results.*
While iPhoto 2 can import files of various formats, including RGB color, grayscale, and CMYK, this version requires JPEG files with RGB color space when printing photos and books.
For more information regarding iPhoto 2, please visit the following article:
iPhoto: Color, Black and White Prints Appear Garbled or Distorted
For more information regarding iPhoto 5, please visit the following article:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=165501
Here are some of the technical specifications for the books, cards, and calendars. I hope this gives you an idea about their quality and form.
BOOKS
All iPhoto books are printed using acid-free paper for long-lasting image quality. The photos are printed at a high resolution (300DPI if you use iPhoto 6). There is no external modification--such as sharpening or contrast adjustment--of the photos; what you see in the application is what is printed in the book.
Hardcovers Books
The cover is hard-bound and covered in linen. You select the linen color during the book-ordering process. The hardcover books have a solid, stiff binding that is glued and crimped. The internal pages, measuring 8.5 x 11 inches, are printed on McCoy 100# Text Gloss paper stock.
Softcover Books
The softcover books come in three sizes:
- Large 8.5 x 11 inches
- Medium 6 x 8 inches
- Small 2.6 x 3.5 inches
All of the softcover books have internal pages that are printed on McCoy 100# Text Gloss paper stock. The large softcover book has a white cover (Kromekoteplus Folding Cover, 16 point) with a cutout on the front that reveals the cover-page photo in the book. The covers for the medium and small softcover books have the cover image and title printed directly on the cover. All of the softcover books have a glued binding and feature a thick cover of McCoy 100# Cover Gloss paper stock.
CARDS
All cards are printed on McCoy 120# Silk Cover paper stock. The postcards measure 4 x 6 inches, and the greeting cards measure 5 x 7inches.
CALENDARS
All calendars measure 8 x 10 inches and are printed on McCoy 100# Silk Cover paper stock.
To ensure the best print quality, we have chosen to use Kodak NexPress technology. The press uses a dry toner, which is fused to the surface of the paper. Please see NexPress' site for more information:
KODAK NEXPRESS 2500 Digital Production Color Press
I hope you find this information helpful in answering questions on the iPhoto forum."
As for file size, keep the pixel dimension of the photo the largest you can. That will convert to the highest resolution possible when converted to the pdf for uploading and printing. iPhoto will assign a warning flag to those photos that end up with a dpi of less than 180 when added to a particular frame in the book. When added to a smaller frame the warning flag may go away. I've printed books with that warning and was happy with the results.
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've created an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. It's compatible with iPhoto 08 libraries and Leopard. iPhoto does not have to be closed to run the application, just idle. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.

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