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Megapixel Calculator
How many megapixels are in this image dimension? Enter the stated values to calculate this model.
Your result
Megapixels
MP
Result for the values shown.
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What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Image width (px) | Enter image width in px; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
| Image height (px) | Enter image height in px; use the same basis as the other measurements. |
Understanding your result
Read Megapixels (MP) in the units and model stated on this page. The formula megapixels=width*height/1000000 defines the relationship; measurement accuracy and model applicability are separate from numerical precision.
Common mistakes
- Mixing input units or changing the physical meaning of a variable without changing the model.
Check your calculation
- Use the worked example as a known reference case, then change one input at a time and check the direction and units of the response.
Calculation checks, sources and review limits
How many megapixels are in this image dimension?
How many megapixels are in this image dimension? Enter the stated values to calculate this model.
Common uses
- How many megapixels are in this image dimension
How it works
megapixels=width*height/1000000
Worked example
Enter Image width: 6000 px; Image height: 4000 px. Results: Megapixels: 24 MP.