Is there any way to recover photos after an incomplete import?

I "deleted originals" before realizing the import was incomplete and now I would like to recover the other half of my intended picture group. Any suggestions? Thanks
-Dasheck

1 - it is a good idea to never have iPhoto (or any otehr computer program) delete yoru photos - import them and keep the photos until at least one backup cycle is complete - then use the camera's format command to reformat the memory card and erase the photos
2 - you may need a media recovery program like media recover - http://freshcrop.com/
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I may receive some form of compensation, financial or otherwise, from my recommendation or link.
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Mac OS Extended is all we have that is fully supported on OS X for booting & all common tasks, so ask Apple to address you concerns http://apple.com/feedback/ but I'm not sure it makes sense for other users.

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