7,348×4,899
Pixels (3:2)
24.5×16.3 in
Max print at 300 DPI
≈39 MB
RAW file (compressed)
36 MP in pixels#
| Aspect ratio | Pixel dimensions |
|---|---|
| 3:2 | 7,348 × 4,899 |
| 4:3 | 6,928 × 5,196 |
| 16:9 | 8,000 × 4,500 |
| 1:1 | 6,000 × 6,000 |
Maximum print sizes#
| Resolution | Quality | Inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 DPI | Exceptional (close inspection) | 20.4 × 13.6 in | 52 × 35 cm |
| 300 DPI | Photo-lab standard | 24.5 × 16.3 in | 62 × 41 cm |
| 240 DPI | Fine-art inkjet | 30.6 × 20.4 in | 78 × 52 cm |
| 200 DPI | Large wall print | 36.7 × 24.5 in | 93 × 62 cm |
| 150 DPI | Poster, viewed from 1 m+ | 49.0 × 32.7 in | 124 × 83 cm |
| 100 DPI | Billboard / banner | 73.5 × 49.0 in | 187 × 124 cm |
Typical file sizes#
| Format | Size per image |
|---|---|
| JPEG (high quality) | ≈12 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (lossless compressed) | ≈39 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (uncompressed) | ≈63 MB |
| TIFF 8-bit | ≈108 MB |
| TIFF 16-bit | ≈216 MB |
Pixel size at 36 MP#
| Sensor | Pixel pitch | Diffraction starts ≈ |
|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 4.90 µm | f/7.3 |
| APS-C | 3.20 µm | f/4.8 |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.50 µm | f/3.7 |
| 1-inch | 1.91 µm | f/2.8 |
| 1/1.3" phone | 1.39 µm | f/2.1 |
Cameras with about 36 megapixels#
- Ricoh Pentax K-1 36 MP
- Nikon D810 36.3 MP
- Nikon D800 36.3 MP
- Zeiss ZX1 37.4 MP
Other resolutions#
Frequently asked questions#
How big can I print 36 megapixels?
24.5 × 16.3 inches at 300 DPI, or 49 × 33 inches at 150 DPI for posters.
Is 36 MP enough?
More than enough for nearly anything; it mainly helps heavy cropping and very large prints.
Last updated October 03, 2026 · How we calculate · Sources