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Image Size Calculator

Select a social media preset or enter custom dimensions. Instantly see the aspect ratio, megapixel count, estimated file sizes, and a scaled visual preview.

Quick Presets

Dimensions

Aspect Ratio 1:1
Total Pixels 1,166,400
Megapixels 1.17 MP
Orientation Square

Estimated File Sizes

JPEG
~350 KB
PNG
~2.1 MB
WebP
~250 KB

Visual Preview

1080 × 1080

Preview is proportionally scaled to fit. Not actual pixel size.

Scale: 29.6% | 1080 × 1080 px

Common Social Media Image Sizes

Platform Image Type Dimensions Ratio

How to Use the Image Size Calculator

This free image size calculator helps you determine the perfect dimensions for any image — whether it's for social media, web design, or print. Select a platform preset to instantly load recommended sizes, or enter custom width and height values to analyze any dimensions.

The calculator automatically computes the aspect ratio, total pixel count, megapixel rating, and estimated file sizes across JPEG, PNG, and WebP formats. The visual preview shows a proportionally scaled representation of your chosen dimensions so you can see the shape at a glance.

Understanding Aspect Ratios

An aspect ratio is the proportional relationship between an image's width and height. Common aspect ratios include 1:1 (square, used by Instagram posts), 16:9 (widescreen, used by YouTube thumbnails), 4:5 (portrait, recommended for Instagram feed), and 9:16 (vertical video, used by TikTok, Reels, and Stories). Matching the correct aspect ratio prevents cropping and ensures your content displays as intended on each platform.

Image Format Comparison

JPEG is the most widely supported format with good compression, ideal for photographs. PNG supports transparency and lossless compression, best for graphics and screenshots. WebP offers superior compression at comparable quality — often 25-35% smaller than JPEG — and is supported by all modern browsers. For social media, JPEG and WebP typically offer the best balance of quality and file size.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate image aspect ratio?
Divide the width by the height, then simplify the fraction. For example, 1920÷1080 both divide by 120 to give 16:9. Our calculator does this automatically — enter any dimensions and it shows the simplified aspect ratio instantly.
What image size should I use for social media?
Each platform has different optimal sizes. Instagram posts are best at 1080×1350 (4:5), Facebook covers at 820×312, YouTube thumbnails at 1280×720, and Twitter/X images at 1200×675. Use the preset buttons above to quickly load all recommended sizes for any platform.
How do I estimate image file size from dimensions?
Multiply width × height × bytes per pixel (3 for RGB, 4 for RGBA), then apply compression. A typical 1920×1080 JPEG at normal quality is roughly 300-500 KB. PNG files are larger (1-3 MB for the same dimensions), and WebP is the most efficient at about 200-400 KB for equivalent quality.