Image Resolution Guidelines - Nations Photo Lab
Image Resolution Guidelines - Nations Photo Lab
An image's resolution refers to the number of pixels (small squares of information) contained in an image. An image with high resolution is made up
of many small pixels, while an image with low resolution contains a smaller number of larger pixels. Resolution (pixels) cannot be added to an
image once it is captured by enlarging the image, it can only be removed.
An image’s resolution impacts its appearance in both digital and print form.
Sample of 4x6" Orubt at 300ppi Sample of 4x6" Orubt at 180ppi Sample of 4x6" Orubt at 72ppi
(1200x1800 Pixels) (720x1080 Pixels) (288x432 Pixels)
PPI (Pixels Per Inch) measures the resolution of a digital image (on a computer, camera, or a mobile device). The higher the PPI, the higher the
resolution of the image will be, and the clearer the image will appear when printed.
DPI (Dots Per Inch) measures the resolution of a printed image, and indicates the number of ink dots per inch within an image. We calibrate our
professional printers with expert precision to ensure that high resolution images (125 PPI or higher) print beautifully.
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How can I check my image’s resolution?
Use the Pixel Chart below to determine the resolution requirements for your chosen print size!
Print Size
Print Size 125 PPI 180 PPI 300 PPI
8.5 x 11
8.5 x 11 1063 x 1375 1530 x 1980 2550 x 3300
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NOTE: Additional factors, including camera settings, zooming, lighting, and cropping can affect the quality of a printed image. Therefore, these
resolution guidelines alone do not guarantee a high quality print.
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