Photography & Video
Megapixel & Print Size
Find the maximum print size for a given camera resolution.
Not all cameras can produce large prints with good quality. This calculator shows the maximum quality print size based on your image resolution and desired print DPI.
Max Print Size @ 300 DPI
20.0" × 13.3"
- megapixels
- 24.0 MP
- at150dpi
- 40.0" × 26.7" (at 150 DPI)
- total Pixels
- 24,000,000 total pixels
Formula and method
Print Size (inches) = Resolution (pixels) / DPI
Print size is limited by the pixel count divided by the desired dots per inch. 300 DPI is photographic quality; 150 DPI is acceptable for large-format prints viewed from a distance.
Worked examples
24MP camera (6000×4000)
- Width (px):
- 6000
- Height (px):
- 4000
- Print DPI:
- 300
Max Print Size @ 300 DPI: 20.0" × 13.3"
12MP phone camera
- Width (px):
- 4032
- Height (px):
- 3024
- Print DPI:
- 300
Max Print Size @ 300 DPI: 13.4" × 10.1"
Assumptions and limits
- Square pixels
- Single image printed to exact DPI
This tool provides an educational estimate. Rules, rates and personal circumstances can change the answer. Review the assumptions before relying on a result. Report a correction.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Printing at native resolution without checking DPI — a 72 DPI screen capture will print blurry at photo size.
- Expecting perfect 300 DPI on large format prints — at 24×36 inches, 200 DPI is perfectly acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
What DPI should I use for printing?
300 DPI: professional photo prints (up to 8×10"). 240 DPI: excellent quality for large prints. 180 DPI: good for prints over 12×18" viewed at arm's length. 150 DPI: minimum for large format (24×36"+). 72 DPI: screen only, not suitable for print.