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8x10 Photo Size
An 8x10 photo is 8 × 10 inches, 203.2 × 254 mm, and 2400 × 3000 px at 300 PPI. See aspect ratio and crop guidance.
Last checked: 2026-05-03
How we calculate this
Methodology and source handling
We convert physical sizes to inches, multiply by the selected DPI/PPI value, and round to whole pixels.
Quick answer
Copy-ready answer
An 8 × 10 photo is 8 inches wide by 10 inches tall, or 203.2 × 254 mm. At 300 PPI, an 8 × 10 photo needs 2400 × 3000 px. The aspect ratio is 4:5, so many camera photos need a noticeable crop before printing.
Dimensions and specs
| Inches | 8.00 × 10.00 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 203.2 × 254.0 mm | |
| Centimeters | 20.32 × 25.4 cm | |
| Aspect ratio | 4:5 | |
| 300 PPI pixels | 2400 × 3000 px |
Pixels
Pixel dimensions by DPI
| DPI / PPI | Width | Height | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 DPI | 576 px | 720 px | Legacy screen reference only |
| 96 DPI | 768 px | 960 px | Browser/CSS reference only |
| 150 DPI | 1200 px | 1500 px | Draft print or low-resolution proof |
| 300 DPI | 2400 px | 3000 px | Common high-quality photo print target |
| 600 DPI | 4800 px | 6000 px | High-resolution archival or specialist workflow |
Formula
Formula
pixels = inches × PPIFor an 8 × 10 print at 300 PPI:
8 × 300 = 2400 px
10 × 300 = 3000 pxSo the 300 PPI pixel size is 2400 × 3000 px.
Common mistakes
Avoid these photo sizing mistakes
The image may have enough resolution but still lose important content if the crop is wrong.
4 × 6 and 8 × 10 are different shapes. A direct resize either stretches the image or requires cropping.
Frames and lab trimming can hide edge details. Keep important elements inside a safe inner margin.
Calculator
Calculate pixels and bleed
Enter any DPI to calculate the pixel dimensions for this physical size.
Workflow
How to prepare an 8x10 print
1. Crop the image to 4:5. 2. Export at 2400 × 3000 px or larger for a 300 PPI target. 3. Keep faces and text away from the edge. 4. Check whether the frame or mat will cover part of the print. 5. Preview the final crop before uploading to a print lab.
Guidance
Why 8x10 often crops camera photos
Many cameras capture photos near a 2:3 ratio. An 8 × 10 print uses a 4:5 ratio. That means the print is relatively wider and shorter than a 2:3 image in portrait orientation. To fill the print, part of the image must be cropped.
| Print size | Ratio | Crop behavior from 2:3 image |
|---|---|---|
| 4 × 6 | 2:3 | Minimal crop |
| 5 × 7 | 5:7 | Moderate crop |
| 8 × 10 | 4:5 | Stronger crop |
For portraits, check that the crop does not cut off hair, shoulders, hands, or important background details.
Details
Best uses for 8x10
8 × 10 works well for:
- portrait prints;
- wall frames;
- school or studio photos;
- certificates or keepsakes;
- small gallery-style prints.
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FAQ
Common questions
What size is an 8x10 photo in pixels?
An 8 × 10 photo is 2400 × 3000 px at 300 PPI, 1200 × 1500 px at 150 PPI, and 4800 × 6000 px at 600 PPI.
What aspect ratio is 8x10?
8 × 10 uses a 4:5 aspect ratio.
Is 8x10 the same shape as 4x6?
No. 4 × 6 is 2:3, while 8 × 10 is 4:5. A photo that fits 4 × 6 will usually need cropping for 8 × 10.
References
Sources and references
Photo print pixel values are calculated from physical inch dimensions and selected PPI/DPI. Adobe documentation is used for image size, resolution, and resampling concepts.
Last checked: 2026-05-03