DPC Prints of 3 MP Cameras or Less

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

02/18/2004 04:44:08 PM · #1

I would like to see if there is anyone with a DPC Prints account that uses a 3MP camera or less.

mariomel

Canon EOS-5D

02/18/2004 04:47:01 PM · #2

Many of my shots were taken using my Fuji S602Z. It's essentially a 3.2 MP camera. Mostly pages 2 and 3.

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Message edited by author 2004-02-18 16:47:45.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

02/18/2004 04:51:10 PM · #3

Mine is officially listed at 1.92 MP.

I almost always crop and border without resampling, so I usually keep my prints at the 8x10/8x12 size or smaller, although if the image will resample well I have taken a couple up to 16x20 or so.

//generale.dpcprints.com

02/18/2004 04:57:57 PM · #4

I have been reading the Aspect Ratio rules, but does the AR have to be exactly 1.25, or can it beclose at 1.2497?

What determines if a print can go up to 16x20 through resampling?

I tried to understnad the whole DPI thing, but if someone could explain it to me a little better it would be most appreciated. I don't plan on doing this too heavy duty though. I was hoping that I could sell a few 5x7s and 8x10s.

Also, how do I create borders like the ones you have created GeneralIE? I am assuming photoshop, but i cant seem to figure it out.

I realize this is probably quite a few questions, but it would be most helpful if these could be answered.

Thank you all for your time!

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

02/18/2004 05:29:49 PM · #5

Okay, one more question has arrised: Do you save the final image as a jpeg or is there something else (after doing all the DPI stuff in Photoshop)?

Message edited by author 2004-02-18 17:30:25.

hsteg

Fujifilm X-T20

02/18/2004 05:46:53 PM · #6

you can only submit jpegs to dpc prints.

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

02/18/2004 05:58:18 PM · #7

Cool, I was able to figure most of it out. But I am still open to any tips. I took a 3 MegaPixel image and have it as an 8x10 at 202 DPI (one 5% resample). This should be okay right?

hsteg

Fujifilm X-T20

02/18/2004 06:01:28 PM · #8

it should be fine.

GinaRothfels

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

Olympus 8mm f/1.8 M.Zuiko Digital ED Fisheye PRO Lens

02/18/2004 07:04:02 PM · #9

All of these were taken with a camera listed as 1.92 megapixel, yet have been resampled enough to be accepted at dpcprints at sizes up to 16x20:

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

02/18/2004 07:12:19 PM · #10

How long does it generally take for a photo to be validated for DPC Prints?

hsteg

Fujifilm X-T20

02/18/2004 07:54:58 PM · #11

a day or two

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

02/18/2004 08:00:21 PM · #12

Originally posted by goinskiing:

How long does it generally take for a photo to be validated for DPC Prints?

Usually 1/2-3 days. The admins open and check every one. But the only you will know is to go back to your portfolio and check for the updated link on the bottom of the photo's details page.

I make most of my borders by cropping to my preferred shape, and then enlarging the canvas up to the next largest exact print size. I've been trying to put by text info low enough that the customer can trim/cover it and still have an even border, or they can trim/mat right up to the image -- I figure this gives them the most flexibility for display techniques, from gilded frame to thumbtacks.

jdw91479

Olympus E-300 EVOLT

Olympus 14-45mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Digital ED

02/18/2004 08:09:05 PM · #13

I have a camera listed at 3.2 megapixels. I haven't gotten any of my prints done through DPC Prints, but I have gotten ones that look good up to 11 x 14 through other printers. I usually shoot in black & white though too, so that seems to help w/ the "smaller" camera.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

02/18/2004 08:10:14 PM · #14

Cool, thanks for all the info guys!

GeneralIE: How do people make some of those more ornate borders. There isn't any "add border" thing hiding in PS is there?

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

02/18/2004 08:19:27 PM · #15

The raggedy ones are usually made with a plug-in or action. The drop shadows are made in steps in PS or also with a plug-in/action -- try searching the forums; I know someone posted a link or wrote something describing the technique.

The double-line borders are just made by increasing the canvas in two steps; one tiny, one larger. I've been going with simpler borders lately. Note that there is some slight inaccuracy in the trimming process; it is probably best to allow a fairly substantial border (like 3/8 - 1/2 inch minimum) if you're going use one at all.