Fast image dimensions and file size check

Image Size Checker

Upload or paste an image to see its exact pixel dimensions, file size, format, ratio, megapixels, and orientation. No image upload required.

  • Runs in your browser
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  • Copy-ready results
  • No upload needed
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Get dimensions, file size, format, ratio, and orientation instantly.
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Ready for JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG, AVIF, BMP, and more.
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Dimensions-
File Size-
Aspect Ratio-
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Megapixels-
Orientation-
File weight -

Upload an image to see whether the file is light, moderate, or large for web use.

Next step -

Use the size comparison and resize tool to decide what to do next.

Suggested sizes

Apply common targets

Upload an image to compare common social sizes and apply one to resize.

Resize and download image

Runs locally in your browser

Enter target width and height, or use a ratio like 16:9 with one dimension. Crop to fit is the default for ratio changes; switch to No crop to resize the full image directly.

Size
Ratio
Fit mode

Upload an image to resize by pixels or ratio, preview the scaled output, and download the resized file.

Optimize file size

Local compression

Keep the current dimensions, export a lighter WebP or JPG copy, and compare the estimated download size before saving.

Upload an image to optimize a local copy without replacing the original.

What This Image Size Checker Shows

Image size can mean pixel dimensions, file weight, format, or display ratio. This checker shows the numbers people need before publishing, uploading, or handing off an image.

Pixel dimensions

See exact width and height in pixels, such as 1200 x 630.

File size

Check whether an image is light enough for a website, email, CMS, marketplace, or form upload.

Format and ratio

Confirm JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG, AVIF, or BMP and get a simplified aspect ratio like 1:1 or 16:9.

Megapixels and orientation

Use megapixels and orientation to judge fit before resizing or cropping.

How to Read Image Size Correctly

For most web work, read pixel dimensions, file size, and aspect ratio together.

Dimensions control visual detail

A 1200 x 630 image has enough pixels for a social preview; a smaller same-ratio image may look soft.

File size affects loading speed

Large files can slow pages, emails, and product listings even when the pixel dimensions look correct.

DPI is usually not the web answer

For websites and social platforms, pixel dimensions are usually more important than DPI metadata, which can be missing or misleading.

Common Image Sizes for Social Media

After checking your image size, compare it with common publishing targets. Platform requirements can change.

Use Case Common Size Why It Matters Your Image
YouTube thumbnail 1280 x 720 Wide 16:9 thumbnails need enough resolution to stay sharp on large screens. Upload an image to compare.
Open Graph image 1200 x 630 A reliable social sharing size for article cards, product pages, and launch posts. Upload an image to compare.
Square social post 1080 x 1080 Useful for profile grids, simple product graphics, and reusable campaign assets. Upload an image to compare.
Story or vertical post 1080 x 1920 Vertical 9:16 images fill mobile screens and avoid awkward cropping. Upload an image to compare.

What to Do After Checking Image Size

After uploading, pasting, or trying the sample image, copy dimensions, compare common targets, resize by pixels or ratio, optimize file size, and download local copies.

Copy or export results

Use Copy Dimensions, Copy Summary, or Download .txt when a form, ticket, CMS, or teammate needs the exact image details.

Use suggested sizes

Check Suggested sizes near the result, then use a target such as Open Graph, YouTube thumbnail, square post, or vertical story without typing numbers.

Resize and download

Enter width and height, apply a preset, or use a ratio such as 16:9. Crop to fit shows a draggable crop frame; No crop scales the full image directly to the target pixels.

Optimize file size

Preview a lighter WebP or JPG copy with the quality slider and compare the estimated output size before downloading.

How to Check Image Size

Use this image size checker before uploading, publishing, printing, or sending image requirements.

1. Add an image

Choose a file, drag it into the checker, paste an image from your clipboard, or use Try sample image.

2. Read the metrics

Review width, height, file size, format, aspect ratio, megapixels, and orientation in one place.

3. Act on the result

Copy the numbers, apply a suggested size, resize a local copy, or optimize the output before downloading.

Image Size Checker FAQ

Detailed answers for people searching for image dimensions checker, image file size checker, photo size checker, image resolution checker, image resize tool, image aspect ratio calculator, and common social media image sizes.

What image formats can I check?

You can check most browser-supported formats, including JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, SVG, AVIF, and BMP. The checker reads the image locally and shows dimensions, file size, format, ratio, megapixels, and orientation when your browser can decode it.

Is image size the same as image dimensions?

Not exactly. Image dimensions mean width and height in pixels, while image file size means storage weight such as KB or MB. This page shows both so you can see whether an image is large enough, too heavy, or the wrong shape.

Can this check photo size?

Yes. A photo is an image file, so the checker can show photo dimensions, file size, format, aspect ratio, megapixels, and orientation before you upload, publish, or resize it.

Does DPI matter for websites?

Usually no. For websites, social media, email, and most upload forms, pixel dimensions and file size matter more than DPI metadata. For web publishing, focus on width, height, aspect ratio, format, and file weight.

Why is my image file size large?

Large pixel dimensions, low compression, transparency, animation, high-quality exports, or inefficient formats can make an image file large. After checking file size, resize to the display size you need or choose JPG or WebP when transparency is not required.

Can I compare my image with common social media sizes?

Yes. After you add an image, Suggested sizes cards and the Common Image Sizes table compare it with YouTube thumbnail, Open Graph, square post, and vertical story targets. The result shows Exact match, Same ratio, or Needs resize.

Can I try the tool without my own image?

Yes. Use Try sample image to load a generated local sample and test the full workflow, including dimensions, suggested sizes, resize preview, optimization preview, and downloads.

Can I use suggested sizes without typing numbers?

Yes. Suggested sizes include Use this size buttons for common targets such as Open Graph, YouTube thumbnail, square post, and vertical story. The button fills the resize width and height for you.

Can I resize and download an image here?

Yes. Add an image, enter a target width and height, use a suggested size, or choose a ratio such as 16:9 or 1:1. The browser creates a preview and downloads the new file locally without replacing the original.

Can I optimize image file size here?

Yes. Use Optimize file size to preview a lighter WebP or JPG copy with a quality slider. The slider starts at 5%, can be dragged freely, and includes clickable 5%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% stops that show the estimated download size after preview.

What happens if I enter a different aspect ratio?

By default, the resize tool uses Crop to fit when the target ratio differs, so the output fills the target without stretching. A visible crop frame appears for dragging and resizing before download. You can switch to No crop to resize the full image directly to the target pixels.

Does this tool crop images?

Yes. The resize preview includes Crop to fit and No crop modes. Crop to fit shows a draggable frame with the chosen aspect ratio; No crop resizes the full image directly to the target width and height.

How do I resize an image to exact pixels?

Upload or paste an image, then enter the target width and height in pixels. The preview updates in the page, and Download Resized Image saves the processed file locally.

How do I resize an image by aspect ratio?

Enter a ratio such as 16:9, 4:3, 3:2, or 1:1. If you also enter width or height, the tool calculates the matching side and creates a scaled preview using that ratio.

Will resizing reduce image file size?

Often yes, especially when output dimensions are smaller than the original. Final file size also depends on format, visual detail, transparency, browser encoding, and the WebP or JPG quality setting if you use Optimize file size.

Does the resized image keep metadata?

The resized download is generated by the browser canvas, so EXIF camera data, GPS data, and some color profile information may not be preserved. Keep the original file if metadata matters.

Is this tool private?

Yes. The core image check, resize, and optimize workflow runs in your browser. Images are not uploaded just to read dimensions, compare common sizes, create a preview, copy results, or download a processed file.

Can I use this for Open Graph or social sharing images?

Yes. The Suggested sizes cards and common sizes table include Open Graph, YouTube thumbnail, square social post, and vertical story references. You can check whether your image matches the target, has the same ratio, or needs resizing, then apply the target size.