Shopify product image size
The recommended Shopify product image size is 2048 × 2048 pixels (1:1 aspect ratio).
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Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (px) | 2048 × 2048 px |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1 |
| Max file size | 20MB |
| Supported formats | JPG, PNG, GIF, HEIC, WebP |
| Minimum resolution | 800x800 |
| Color mode | sRGB |
Design at this size with Moda
Start with a canvas pre-set to 2048×2048px and let AI generate your design.
Create a Shopify product image →Design tips
Shopify states that 2048×2048 pixels usually displays best for square product images. Supply at least 800×800 for zoom to work well, and stay under the ceiling of 5000×5000 pixels and 20MB. Unlike banners, this one comes from Shopify's help centre rather than its blog.
- •Use one aspect ratio across the whole catalogue so collection grids stay even.
- •800×800 is the practical floor for usable zoom; 2048×2048 is the recommendation.
- •Shopify generates thumbnails around 150–300px, so keep subjects centred and simple.
What you need to know
Product images are the one Shopify image type with a firm published recommendation: 2048×2048 for square products. That size gives Shopify enough resolution to generate every thumbnail and zoom variant it needs from a single upload.
The practical floor is 800×800 — below that, zoom becomes soft, because Shopify is scaling up rather than down. The ceiling is 5000×5000 pixels and 20MB per file.
Consistency matters more than the exact number. Shopify's guidance stresses using the same aspect ratio across every product's featured image so collection pages render as an even grid rather than a ragged one. Pick a ratio, usually 1:1, and hold it across the catalogue.
Product thumbnails are generated automatically and render at roughly 150–300 pixels, so a 2048px master is downsampled heavily — another reason to keep the subject centred and uncluttered.
How to create a Shopify product image at the right size
- 1Open Moda and create a new canvas at 2048×2048 pixels.
- 2Design your Shopify product image using AI generation or start from a blank canvas.
- 3Export as JPG and upload to Shopify.
Frequently asked questions
What size should Shopify product images be?
2048×2048 pixels usually displays best for square product images. The maximum is 5000×5000 at 20MB.
What is the minimum product image size for zoom on Shopify?
800×800 pixels. Below that, the zoomed view is scaled up and looks soft.
Does Shopify require a specific aspect ratio?
No, but Shopify recommends using a consistent ratio across products so collection pages display uniformly. Square (1:1) is the most common choice.
Specs last verified: August 28, 2026. Dimensions may change as platforms update their requirements.