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Print Resolution Calculator

Calculate the maximum physical print dimensions an image can produce at a chosen DPI (dots per inch) target. Use it before ordering large-format prints, framing artwork, or commissioning gallery work to avoid pixelation at the intended viewing distance.

Image Width (pixels)

Image Height (pixels)

Print DPI (DPI)

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Photography

Print Size Resolution Calculator

Calculates the uncompressed file size in megabytes required to print an image at a given size, DPI, and color depth. Use it to verify your camera file has enough resolution before sending a print to a lab.

Print Width (inches)

Print Height (inches)

Print Quality (DPI)

Color Depth

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Key differences

	Print Resolution Calculator	Print Size Resolution Calculator
Category	Photography	Photography
Inputs required	3	4
Result	Print Area (sq inches)	Required File Size (MB)
What it does	Calculate the maximum physical print dimensions an image can produce at a chosen DPI (dots per inch) target. Use it before ordering large-format prints, framing artwork, or commissioning gallery work to avoid pixelation at the intended viewing distance.	Calculates the uncompressed file size in megabytes required to print an image at a given size, DPI, and color depth. Use it to verify your camera file has enough resolution before sending a print to a lab.