SonicPhoto transforms images, photos, and drawings into unique soundscapes by interpreting each picture's distinct visual elements as audio characteristics. Higher areas of the image produce higher pitched tones, while lower regions generate deeper sounds. Bright sections increase the volume of the corresponding tones, and darker areas reduce it, creating a direct connection between visual brightness and audio dynamics.

Beyond simple conversions, SonicPhoto offers an instrument and harmony feature that allows users to create rich tonal sounds such as shimmering synths, flowing arpeggios, atmospheric winds, powerful organs, energetic lasers, deep basses, and metallic drones. This adds a creative dimension to sound design, enabling the generation of both melodic and textural audio based on the visual input. The software includes numerous presets to jump-start experimentation, stereo effects for depth, and an intuitive interface for quick access to all functions.

Ideal for experimental composers and sound designers, SonicPhoto can produce sounds ranging from brief audio snippets under half a second to extended pieces lasting up to an hour. These sounds can enrich musical projects, film soundtracks, or ambient atmospheres with otherworldly textures derived from visual art. The program also provides options to adjust sound quality instantly, facilitating fast previews and high-quality final renders, while offering convenient project management for saving and loading custom creations.