5,196×3,464
Pixels (3:2)
17.3×11.5 in
Max print at 300 DPI
≈20 MB
RAW file (compressed)
18 MP in pixels#
| Aspect ratio | Pixel dimensions |
|---|---|
| 3:2 | 5,196 × 3,464 |
| 4:3 | 4,899 × 3,674 |
| 16:9 | 5,657 × 3,182 |
| 1:1 | 4,243 × 4,243 |
Maximum print sizes#
| Resolution | Quality | Inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 DPI | Exceptional (close inspection) | 14.4 × 9.6 in | 37 × 24 cm |
| 300 DPI | Photo-lab standard | 17.3 × 11.5 in | 44 × 29 cm |
| 240 DPI | Fine-art inkjet | 21.6 × 14.4 in | 55 × 37 cm |
| 200 DPI | Large wall print | 26.0 × 17.3 in | 66 × 44 cm |
| 150 DPI | Poster, viewed from 1 m+ | 34.6 × 23.1 in | 88 × 59 cm |
| 100 DPI | Billboard / banner | 52.0 × 34.6 in | 132 × 88 cm |
Typical file sizes#
| Format | Size per image |
|---|---|
| JPEG (high quality) | ≈6 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (lossless compressed) | ≈20 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (uncompressed) | ≈32 MB |
| TIFF 8-bit | ≈54 MB |
| TIFF 16-bit | ≈108 MB |
Pixel size at 18 MP#
| Sensor | Pixel pitch | Diffraction starts ≈ |
|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 6.93 µm | f/10.3 |
| APS-C | 4.52 µm | f/6.7 |
| Micro Four Thirds | 3.53 µm | f/5.3 |
| 1-inch | 2.69 µm | f/4.0 |
| 1/1.3" phone | 1.96 µm | f/2.9 |
Cameras with about 18 megapixels#
- Fujifilm X half 17.7 MP
- Canon EOS 4000D 18 MP
- Canon EOS 1300D 18 MP
- Canon EOS M10 18 MP
- Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V 18.2 MP
- Canon EOS 1200D 18.1 MP
- Nikon 1 V3 18.4 MP
- Nikon 1 J4 18 MP
- Canon EOS 100D 18 MP
- Canon EOS 700D 18 MP
- Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 18.2 MP
- Canon EOS 650D 18 MP
- Canon EOS M 18 MP
- Canon EOS-1D X 18.1 MP
- Leica M-E 18 MP
- Canon EOS-1D C 18.1 MP
- Leica M Monochrom 18 MP
- Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V 18.2 MP
- Canon EOS 600D 18 MP
- Canon EOS 550D 18 MP
- Canon EOS 60D 18.1 MP
- Canon EOS 7D 18 MP
- Leica M9 18.5 MP
- Canon EOS M2 18 MP
- Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ60 18.1 MP
- Nikon Coolpix P520 18.1 MP
Other resolutions#
Frequently asked questions#
How big can I print 18 megapixels?
17.3 × 11.5 inches at 300 DPI, or 35 × 23 inches at 150 DPI for posters.
Is 18 MP enough?
Yes — plenty for web, 4K displays (8.3 MP) and A3 prints.
Last updated October 03, 2026 · How we calculate · Sources