Capture One Sessions Explained - Everything You need to know.
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Thinking about switching from Lightroom but confused by Capture One’s “Sessions” vs “Catalogs”?
In this video, I’ll break down exactly what a Session is, how it differs from a Catalog, and why many pro photographers prefer this workflow.
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* What a Session actually is and how it’s structured
* The differences between Sessions and Catalogs
* Why Sessions are perfect for client or tethered shoots
* How to move, back up, and archive Sessions
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If you’re coming from Lightroom, you’ve probably built your entire workflow around one big catalog. But Capture One’s Session-based system gives you more control, better performance, and easier file management — especially for commercial jobs.
### ⏱️ **Chapters**
00:00 Intro
01:45 What is a Session
03:53 Sessions vs Catalogs
04:48 Folder structure explained (Capture / Selects / Output / Trash)
05:35 Real-world use: Create a new session
09:40 Multiple Session Copies
10:40 Why does this matter
12:30 Final thoughts + Call to action
