How Big Can I Print an iPhone Photo?
Find a poster size that suits your iPhone photo in three simple steps. For the best photo detail, Picsme recommends 300 DPI at the size you want to print.
- Find your photo’s pixel dimensions in the Photos app.
- Compare both numbers with the table below. Start with a size that meets the 300 DPI target.
- Check the crop in the editor before ordering.
1. Find your photo’s pixel dimensions
Open your picture in Photos. Swipe up or tap the Info button. Look for two numbers such as 4032 × 3024. These are the photo’s width and height in pixels.
Use your original photo. Screenshots and copies saved from social media or messaging apps may contain less detail.
2. Match your photo to a poster size
The table shows the photo pixels needed for a full-size print at 300 DPI. Read the smaller number first and the larger number second, whichever way round your photo was taken.
Both photo dimensions need to meet the target. Leave some room for cropping, which can remove pixels.
On a smaller screen, swipe across the table to see every column.
| Picsme print option | Finished size | Photo pixels at 300 DPI |
|---|---|---|
| A5 | 14.8 × 21 cm | 1,749 × 2,481 pixels |
| A4 | 21 × 29.7 cm | 2,481 × 3,508 pixels |
| A3 | 30 × 40 cm | 3,544 × 4,725 pixels |
| A2 | 42 × 59.4 cm | 4,961 × 7,016 pixels |
| A1 | 59.4 × 84.1 cm | 7,016 × 9,934 pixels |
| A0 | 84.1 × 118.9 cm | 9,934 × 14,044 pixels |
Print sizes and photo pixels are shown short edge × long edge. Pixel targets are rounded up to the next whole pixel and apply after cropping. For landscape prints, swap the dimensions. Picsme’s A3 option is 30 × 40 cm.
Example: a 4032 × 3024 pixel photo
Your smaller number is 3024; your larger number is 4032. Both are above the A4 target of 2481 × 3508 pixels, but below the A3 target of 3544 × 4725 pixels.
A4 is the largest Picsme poster option that keeps this example at 300 DPI before any extra cropping. A3 gives roughly 256 DPI. It may still suit your image, but has less detail per inch when viewed closely.
What if my photo has fewer pixels?
A photo below the 300 DPI target can still make a pleasing print. The result depends on the image, how much you crop it and how closely the poster will be viewed. A smaller print or a higher-resolution original is a better starting point for fine detail.
Plenty of pixels cannot fix a blurry or out-of-focus photo. Zoom in on faces and important details as well as checking the numbers.
3. Check the crop and create your poster
- Open the custom photo poster product page. Choose your size, portrait or landscape orientation, paper and quantity.
- Select “Customise” and add your original photo.
- Check your design and any image-quality warnings. Keep faces and important details inside the print area. If the photo needs a heavy crop, consider a smaller size.
Your photo and poster may have different shapes, so filling the print can trim some of the top, bottom or sides. Check the final crop before ordering.
A few useful answers
Can I print an iPhone photo at A2, A1 or A0?
These sizes are available on Picsme. Compare your original photo with the table, then consider the crop and viewing distance. Larger posters need more pixels to keep the same level of detail.
Does changing a file from 72 DPI to 300 DPI improve it?
Changing that number alone does not add photo detail. The actual pixel dimensions and finished print size are what matter. When describing the pixels in your photo, the technical term is PPI, or pixels per inch; this guide uses the familiar printing term DPI.
Which paper should I choose?
Picsme prints posters in-house in the UK on 200gsm silk or uncoated paper. Our large photo prints guide compares paper finishes, sizes and current prices. Delivery is separate; see our delivery information.
Found a size that suits your photo?
Choose your poster size, add your photo and check the crop before ordering.
Create a poster from your iPhone photoTechnical references
Apple: see photo information on iPhone · Adobe: image resolution for printing. Pixel targets calculated by Picsme from the finished print dimensions at 300 pixels per inch.