What is the optimal file size for film output?
Our Polaroid ProPallette 8000 film recorder can image files of almost any size and still achieve good results. The optimal file sizes are listed below for the film size and resolution. 35mm @ 4K 33.5mb 35mm @ 8K 134.2mb 6x7cm @ 4K 41.2mb 6x7cm @ 8K 164.7mb 4 x 5 @ 4K 39.1mb 4 x 5 @ 8K 156.5mb Larger files will not improve the quality but smaller files will have a noticeable drop in resolution. For projection only viewing, smaller files are OK since the projector, screen, focus and film flatness will vary. A lower resolution file will not be as noticeable in those situations. We have imaged files as small as 2mb jpg’s and they came out great. For printing or archiving, it is best to provide us a file that is sized in line with the table above. Lower resolution files will have a significant impact for film intended to be used in printing or archiving.
