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Sensor Pixel Pitch Calculator

Estimate horizontal pixel pitch from active sensor width and pixel count.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter active sensor width, horizontal pixel count.
  2. Select Calculate to view the result.
  3. Check the method and assumptions below before using the result.

The method, explained

Pixel pitch = active width / horizontal pixels, converted from millimetres to micrometres.

A WORKED EXAMPLE

Using active sensor width = 36 mm, horizontal pixel count = 6000 pixels, the result is 6 µm. Change these example inputs to match your task; use the method above to check each step.

Understanding your result

Uses active width and assumes uniform pixel spacing. Total megapixels alone do not determine pitch without sensor dimensions.

What to keep in mind

Uses active width and assumes uniform pixel spacing. Total megapixels alone do not determine pitch without sensor dimensions. An ideal geometric or exposure estimate. Lens behavior, stabilization, sensor crop and scene conditions may change practical results.

Common questions

How do I use this sensor pixel pitch calculator?

Estimate horizontal pixel pitch from active sensor width and pixel count. Enter active sensor width in mm, horizontal pixel count in pixels. The starting example is editable; use values for the same system or project.

Which assumptions affect this result?

Uses active width and assumes uniform pixel spacing. Total megapixels alone do not determine pitch without sensor dimensions.

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