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# Raster Comparison
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Compare two raster datasets to identify differences.
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## Overview
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Raster comparison analyzes differences between two raster datasets, calculating change statistics and generating difference rasters.
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## Inputs
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- **Raster Dataset 1**: First raster dataset
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- **Raster Dataset 2**: Second raster dataset
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- **Comparison Method**: Difference calculation method
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## Outputs
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Comparison results containing:
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- Difference raster
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- Change statistics
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- Summary report
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## Comparison Methods
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- **Difference**: Pixel value differences
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- **Percent Change**: Percentage change
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- **Ratio**: Ratio of values
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## Example
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```json
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{
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"raster_dataset_id_1": 125,
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"raster_dataset_id_2": 126,
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"method": "difference"
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}
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```
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## Use Cases
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- Change detection
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- Time series analysis
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- Quality comparison
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- Validation
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## Notes
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- Rasters must have compatible extents
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- Resampling may be required
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- Results depend on comparison method
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- Processing time depends on raster sizes
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## Related Documentation
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- [Analysis API](../api/analysis.md)
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- [Raster Tools](raster.md)
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