Image Quality Analyzer | Print Size & Art Print Resolution Calculator
Professional image quality assessment tool that analyzes resolution and calculates optimal sizes for photos, art prints, and wall art. Get instant quality analysis, DPI evaluation, and print recommendations to ensure your artwork and photos meet professional printing standards. Perfect for photographers, artists, and designers creating gallery-quality prints.
How to Check Your Image Quality
- Upload your image
Drag and drop your photo or artwork into the box below, or click to select a file.
- Review image specifications
We'll analyze your image and show you its dimensions, resolution, and aspect ratio.
- Check print compatibility
See recommended print sizes and quality ratings from small photos to large wall art.
- Optimize if needed
Get suggestions to improve your image quality if it doesn't meet the required resolution for your desired print size.
Pro Tip: For best results, use the original, uncompressed image file. This helps us provide the most accurate print size recommendations.
Popular Print Sizes
Common print formats suitable for your image.
Print Quality Index
Understanding Print Quality Ratings
Our print quality ratings help you determine the optimal size for your images based on resolution and intended viewing distance. Here's what each rating means:
Excellent (300+ DPI)
Perfect for professional printing, fine art prints, and detailed photography. Suitable for close viewing distances and high-quality art reproduction. Ideal for gallery prints and professional photo albums.
Good (200-299 DPI)
Great for standard photo prints, wall art, and canvas prints. Maintains sharp detail at normal viewing distances. Recommended for home decor and personal photo printing.
Fair (150-199 DPI)
Suitable for large format printing viewed from a distance, such as banners and large wall displays. Acceptable quality for decorative purposes where viewing distance is typically greater than arm's length.
Poor (Below 150 DPI)
Not recommended for printing. Image may appear pixelated or blurry. Consider using a higher resolution image or reducing the print size for better quality results.
Viewing Distance Guidelines
- Close-up viewing (arm's length or closer): Aim for Excellent quality (300+ DPI)
- Standard viewing (3-6 feet): Good quality (200+ DPI) is sufficient
- Distance viewing (6+ feet): Fair quality may be acceptable
Pro Tips for Better Print Quality
- Always use the original, uncompressed image when possible
- Consider the final display location when choosing print sizes
- For professional or commercial printing, aim for Excellent quality ratings
- Match your print quality to your project's requirements and budget
Frequently Asked Questions About Image Quality
What resolution do I need for good quality prints?
For professional quality prints, you need:
- 300 DPI for close-up viewing (professional prints, photo books)
- 200 DPI for standard viewing (wall art, canvas prints)
- 150 DPI minimum for large format prints viewed from a distance
Higher resolution images provide more detail and sharper prints.
What's the largest size I can print my photo?
The maximum print size depends on several factors that our analyzer evaluates:
- Image resolution and pixel dimensions
- Intended viewing distance
- Required print quality (excellent, good, or fair)
Upload your image to our quality analyzer tool, and it will calculate the optimal print sizes while maintaining quality standards for various applications from standard photos to large format wall art.
What file format is best for printing?
For best print quality, we recommend these file formats:
- TIFF: Highest quality, uncompressed, ideal for professional printing
- PNG: Lossless compression, good for graphics and text
- JPEG: Common format, use high quality settings (minimal compression)
Our image analyzer will evaluate your file format and suggest optimizations if needed for better print quality.