if you want to see how 16x24 would look try cropping one of your images by a factor of 4.8 times and print to a 8x10
if you want to see how 16x24 would look try cropping one of your images by a factor of 4.8 times and print to a 8x10
In the local camera store, which is run by a professional photographer, hangs a 30x40 inch print of a close-up of a bride's and groom's hands. (I hope that's proper grammar?)
It was shot with a Canon EOS 10D and I'm not sure of the lens.
The 10D is 6.3 megapixels.
I'm not joking.
The point is, if you have a sharp, well-exposed shot with perfect DOF, you can print it at least that large.
Shutterbug: that's an exciting prospect. So, if the original size looks sharp corner to corner, can I use that as a gauge do you think?
I had really nice results printing from my 450D at 20*30 inches. No problem whatsoever. I wouldn't hesitate to go even larger if I had to. Problem is that my internetprintingservice doesn't go beyond 20*30 and I don't have the room to put any larger than that in my room [:P]
That's with a non-cropped picture by the way. I assume the more you crop, the smaller your maximum print will be. But 20*30 shouldn't be a problem.
Good luck
Edit: I see the 450D == XSi and you ask for "only" 16*24, you don't have to worry at all!
Unless the printingservice is real bad of course [6]
Sheiky: I'm using Mpix.com which was highly recommended by someone I don't know well, but it looks like LensRentals.com thinks well enough of them to include them on their resource links list, so here's hoping. They offer 24x36 by the way, if you want to clear your walls and make room for something larger!
http://www.mpix.com/PrintPricing.aspx
I'm not cropping anything--good to know--and thanks for taking the edge off my nervousness.
Gina; I really can't speak about your question, but for Mpix...they're superb.
I had them do a pano (made up of 7 pix) for me and I can't believe I took the pic that they sent me....10x30.
In fact you can email or talk to a representative that will give you the answer to your question on size and what would work best for you.....I found them to be very helpful, quick responses and they followed up to make sure I was satiisfied w/the final product.
You can feel confident they will do a nice job.
Good luck....and post some pix.
Bill
Bill: thank you! I did email them with a few questions and you're right: lightning fast. Very helpful. Also, I'm impressed by the shipping policy. I've been loading the cart with mostly 16x24 prints, but I'm adding a few 12x18, and one 24x36. I think that's brave enough for me.
Thanks everyone for responding so quickly and for the great tips.
Happy shooting!
Haha yeah but I don't live in the States [] I can print bigger if I want, but not where I normally print my pictures. And frankly 20*30 inch is big enough for me [:P]Just ordered a best of 2009 album with 60 of my best photo's from 2009 all printed on A3 format. Can't wait to see it!!
Good luck and have fun with your exposition!
Yes, but remember the viewing distance when making large prints. For example, a 30x40" print should be viewed from about 4 feet away. Good luck!Originally Posted by Gina Franco
Crosbyharbison: thanks for this suggestion. I think I'll try this. --Also, I checked out your site (all too briefly). Your photos are gorgeous.
Gina
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