7,746×5,164
Pixels (3:2)
25.8×17.2 in
Max print at 300 DPI
≈43 MB
RAW file (compressed)
40 MP in pixels#
| Aspect ratio | Pixel dimensions |
|---|---|
| 3:2 | 7,746 × 5,164 |
| 4:3 | 7,303 × 5,477 |
| 16:9 | 8,433 × 4,743 |
| 1:1 | 6,325 × 6,325 |
Maximum print sizes#
| Resolution | Quality | Inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 DPI | Exceptional (close inspection) | 21.5 × 14.3 in | 55 × 36 cm |
| 300 DPI | Photo-lab standard | 25.8 × 17.2 in | 66 × 44 cm |
| 240 DPI | Fine-art inkjet | 32.3 × 21.5 in | 82 × 55 cm |
| 200 DPI | Large wall print | 38.7 × 25.8 in | 98 × 66 cm |
| 150 DPI | Poster, viewed from 1 m+ | 51.6 × 34.4 in | 131 × 87 cm |
| 100 DPI | Billboard / banner | 77.5 × 51.6 in | 197 × 131 cm |
Typical file sizes#
| Format | Size per image |
|---|---|
| JPEG (high quality) | ≈13 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (lossless compressed) | ≈43 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (uncompressed) | ≈70 MB |
| TIFF 8-bit | ≈120 MB |
| TIFF 16-bit | ≈240 MB |
Pixel size at 40 MP#
| Sensor | Pixel pitch | Diffraction starts ≈ |
|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 4.65 µm | f/6.9 |
| APS-C | 3.03 µm | f/4.5 |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.37 µm | f/3.5 |
| 1-inch | 1.81 µm | f/2.7 |
| 1/1.3" phone | 1.31 µm | f/2.0 |
Cameras with about 40 megapixels#
- Fujifilm X-E5 40.2 MP
- Fujifilm X-T5 40.2 MP
- Leica M10 Monochrom 41 MP
- Pentax 645D 40 MP
Other resolutions#
Frequently asked questions#
How big can I print 40 megapixels?
25.8 × 17.2 inches at 300 DPI, or 52 × 34 inches at 150 DPI for posters.
Is 40 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