How many megapixels does your camera have? Mine has about 10 megapixels. But how much of it do you really need for a print? Here’s a small reference table to outline the pixels required to print some common sizes. This assumes that you print them at 200 dpi (dots per inch).
| Print Size (in.) | Diamension in Pixels | Megapixels |
|---|---|---|
| 3½ x 5 | 700 x 1000 | <1 |
| 4 x 6 | 800 x 1200 | 1 |
| 5 x 7 | 1000 x 1400 | 1.5 |
| 8 x 10 | 1600 x 2000 | 3.2 |
| 11 x 14 | 2200 x 2800 | 6 |
So just in case you thought the pictures taken with your old 2 megapixel cameraphone were a waste, don’t give up hope yet. Retouch them to your liking and feel free to press the print button when you are satisfied. And if you want do bookmark this post – those reference tables do come in handy.
Kirsten, search out Ken Rockwell. Just go through his website thoroughly. It’s not about the camera (it’s about you).
I like his blog but a mention of his name wouldn’t be such a good idea here. That’s because all threads relating to him are endless ;)