Resolution

26 megapixels

What 26 megapixels means in pixels, prints, file sizes and sharpness.

6,245×4,163
Pixels (3:2)
20.8×13.9 in
Max print at 300 DPI
≈28 MB
RAW file (compressed)

26 MP in pixels#

Aspect ratioPixel dimensions
3:26,245 × 4,163
4:35,888 × 4,416
16:96,799 × 3,824
1:15,099 × 5,099

Maximum print sizes#

ResolutionQualityInchesCentimetres
360 DPIExceptional (close inspection)17.3 × 11.6 in44 × 29 cm
300 DPIPhoto-lab standard20.8 × 13.9 in53 × 35 cm
240 DPIFine-art inkjet26.0 × 17.3 in66 × 44 cm
200 DPILarge wall print31.2 × 20.8 in79 × 53 cm
150 DPIPoster, viewed from 1 m+41.6 × 27.8 in106 × 70 cm
100 DPIBillboard / banner62.5 × 41.6 in159 × 106 cm

Typical file sizes#

FormatSize per image
JPEG (high quality)≈9 MB
RAW 14-bit (lossless compressed)≈28 MB
RAW 14-bit (uncompressed)≈46 MB
TIFF 8-bit≈78 MB
TIFF 16-bit≈156 MB

Pixel size at 26 MP#

SensorPixel pitchDiffraction starts ≈
Full frame5.76 µmf/8.6
APS-C3.76 µmf/5.6
Micro Four Thirds2.94 µmf/4.4
1-inch2.24 µmf/3.3
1/1.3" phone1.63 µmf/2.4

Other resolutions#

Frequently asked questions#

How big can I print 26 megapixels?

20.8 × 13.9 inches at 300 DPI, or 42 × 28 inches at 150 DPI for posters.

Is 26 MP enough?

Yes — plenty for web, 4K displays (8.3 MP) and A3 prints.

Last updated October 03, 2026 · How we calculate · Sources