Resolution

30 megapixels

What 30 megapixels means in pixels, prints, file sizes and sharpness.

6,708×4,472
Pixels (3:2)
22.4×14.9 in
Max print at 300 DPI
≈33 MB
RAW file (compressed)

30 MP in pixels#

Aspect ratioPixel dimensions
3:26,708 × 4,472
4:36,325 × 4,743
16:97,303 × 4,108
1:15,477 × 5,477

Maximum print sizes#

ResolutionQualityInchesCentimetres
360 DPIExceptional (close inspection)18.6 × 12.4 in47 × 32 cm
300 DPIPhoto-lab standard22.4 × 14.9 in57 × 38 cm
240 DPIFine-art inkjet27.9 × 18.6 in71 × 47 cm
200 DPILarge wall print33.5 × 22.4 in85 × 57 cm
150 DPIPoster, viewed from 1 m+44.7 × 29.8 in114 × 76 cm
100 DPIBillboard / banner67.1 × 44.7 in170 × 114 cm

Typical file sizes#

FormatSize per image
JPEG (high quality)≈10 MB
RAW 14-bit (lossless compressed)≈33 MB
RAW 14-bit (uncompressed)≈52 MB
TIFF 8-bit≈90 MB
TIFF 16-bit≈180 MB

Pixel size at 30 MP#

SensorPixel pitchDiffraction starts ≈
Full frame5.37 µmf/8.0
APS-C3.50 µmf/5.2
Micro Four Thirds2.74 µmf/4.1
1-inch2.09 µmf/3.1
1/1.3" phone1.52 µmf/2.3

Other resolutions#

Frequently asked questions#

How big can I print 30 megapixels?

22.4 × 14.9 inches at 300 DPI, or 45 × 30 inches at 150 DPI for posters.

Is 30 MP enough?

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

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