First of all, thanks in advance!

I need to compare pictures between different directories with the option of not comparing the pictures of each directory internally, only against the other one, to get rid of those pesky similar images of lower quality.

I'm using a program called "Image Comparer", but it lacks certain essential options, for example, to see the picture A and B extended to full screen consecutively (in that way it's easy to see any difference in quality, color, minor changes, etc). Also, with this program it's necessary to make several passes until it stops detecting similar pictures, and even so leaves out many duplicates. And it's unable to make heads or tails regarding to B&W drawings...

So, in your expert opinion, what are the best programs (Win XP) for this purpose?

dont know if they any good, as never had to use them, but here are a couple for you to ponder :)

http://www.techsupportalert.com/best-free-file-comparison-utility.htm#Quick_Selection_Guide

Unfortunately, they're plain text comparers, no image comparers...

But thanks for the quick reply. ;)

oh damn, I am sorry mate - i need to slow down and read more when i trying to help - this the 2nd time i done that in 2 days :(

Don't worry about it, Ian. :) I'm editing the OP, substituting "images" for "pictures" for greater clarity.

BTW, do the "Down Them All" plugin help you with the MP3s?

Long time ago I used Anti-Twin for this:http://www.anti-twin.com/. It's more to compare files in general, but has the option to compare also images. I guess it's not so powerful as a special image comparer, but it's freeware and you want maybe give it a try.

Edit. the option to comapre different folder only sounds tough, I can't remember Anti-Twin had that option, it's more likely it misses such a feature.

I will be honest mate and say I can't remember but I did find a way of getting them all at once, so thanks :)

Seems interesting enough. Downloading to try it. Thanks, Duke! Damn! I'm very interested to compare between different directories, i.e. new images against those previously existing. And the "no internal comparison" option would help reduce the processing time... Here's to your openness!

http://www.gog.com/en/forum/general/release_diaspora_shattered_armistice_stand_alone_full_featured_game_free/post13

(it can be helpful at another occasion)

thanks, i will look again :)

The best comparison tool I've encountered is "Beyond Compare". I just checked and it does have an image comparison mode, though I'm not sure if this can be combined with the folder compare mode.

You can download a free trial.

Downloading the trial to see what includes. Thanks, wpegg!

Is to compare images like this?

Could be, if said program can find similar images for itself...

*intrigued*

Try FastStone then, i don't know if it have all the functions you're looking for but it's free for home use...

oh, i don't know if it will search the images for you, lazy...
;p