Silverlog Scan

Work out the right scanning resolution for your target print size. Calculate DPI requirements for any film format and output size.

Silverlog Scan calculates the scanning resolution (DPI) needed to achieve your desired print size and quality from any film format.

HOW IT WORKS Select your film format (35mm, 120, 4x5, etc.), enter your target print size, and see the minimum scanning DPI required. The calculator accounts for the enlargement factor from negative to print.

FEATURES • All common film formats (35mm, 6x4.5, 6x6, 6x7, 6x9, 4x5, 8x10) • Target print size input • Required DPI calculation • Output resolution in megapixels • Quality indicators • Works offline — no internet connection needed • Clean, focused interface • Dark mode support

USEFUL FOR • Setting up flatbed scanner resolution • DSLR scanning resolution planning • Understanding how much detail your film format captures • Choosing the right scanner for your print size needs • Optimising scan time vs quality tradeoffs

Part of the Silverlog photography toolkit. No account required. No data collected.