7,937×5,292
Pixels (3:2)
26.5×17.6 in
Max print at 300 DPI
≈46 MB
RAW file (compressed)
42 MP in pixels#
| Aspect ratio | Pixel dimensions |
|---|---|
| 3:2 | 7,937 × 5,292 |
| 4:3 | 7,483 × 5,612 |
| 16:9 | 8,641 × 4,861 |
| 1:1 | 6,481 × 6,481 |
Maximum print sizes#
| Resolution | Quality | Inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 DPI | Exceptional (close inspection) | 22.0 × 14.7 in | 56 × 37 cm |
| 300 DPI | Photo-lab standard | 26.5 × 17.6 in | 67 × 45 cm |
| 240 DPI | Fine-art inkjet | 33.1 × 22.1 in | 84 × 56 cm |
| 200 DPI | Large wall print | 39.7 × 26.5 in | 101 × 67 cm |
| 150 DPI | Poster, viewed from 1 m+ | 52.9 × 35.3 in | 134 × 90 cm |
| 100 DPI | Billboard / banner | 79.4 × 52.9 in | 202 × 134 cm |
Typical file sizes#
| Format | Size per image |
|---|---|
| JPEG (high quality) | ≈14 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (lossless compressed) | ≈46 MB |
| RAW 14-bit (uncompressed) | ≈74 MB |
| TIFF 8-bit | ≈126 MB |
| TIFF 16-bit | ≈252 MB |
Pixel size at 42 MP#
| Sensor | Pixel pitch | Diffraction starts ≈ |
|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 4.54 µm | f/6.8 |
| APS-C | 2.96 µm | f/4.4 |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.31 µm | f/3.4 |
| 1-inch | 1.76 µm | f/2.6 |
| 1/1.3" phone | 1.28 µm | f/1.9 |
Cameras with about 42 megapixels#
- Leica M10 Monochrom 41 MP
- Sony α7R II 42.4 MP
- Sony α7R III 42 MP
- Sony α99 II 42.4 MP
Other resolutions#
Frequently asked questions#
How big can I print 42 megapixels?
26.5 × 17.6 inches at 300 DPI, or 53 × 35 inches at 150 DPI for posters.
Is 42 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