How to Compress Long Exposure Photos

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How to Compress Long Exposure Photos

Exposure Photos has specific image requirements that, if not followed, result in blurry, stretched, or rejected images. Understanding what dimensions, formats, and file sizes are required takes the guesswork out of the process — and with the free tools at imgresizr.com, meeting those requirements takes less than a minute. This guide gives you everything you need.

Image Specifications for Exposure Photos

SpecificationValue
DSLR / mirrorless output6000 × 4000 px (24MP)
iPhone 15 Pro4032 × 3024 px
DJI drone (standard)5280 × 3956 px
Web-optimised version1920 × 1080 px, under 300 KB
Print version300 DPI, full resolution
FormatRAW (original), JPG or WebP (web)

Why Image Size Matters for Exposure Photos

Platforms like Exposure Photos apply their own compression to uploaded images. If you upload an image that is already at the correct size and quality, the platform's compression causes minimal quality loss. If you upload an oversized image, the platform downsizes it — often producing worse results than if you had sized it correctly yourself. Starting with the right dimensions gives you control over the final quality.

How to Compress Images for Exposure Photos — Step by Step

  1. Open imgresizr.com in any browser — it works on desktop, tablet, and mobile with no installation required.
  2. Click the Compress tab at the top of the page. For image resizing, use the Resize tab; for file size reduction, use the Compress tab.
  3. Click Upload Image or drag and drop your Exposure Photos image onto the tool. Your image loads instantly in your browser without being sent to any server.
  4. Enter the target width and height from the specifications table above. Click the padlock icon to lock the aspect ratio — this prevents your image from appearing stretched or squashed.
  5. Click Compress to process your image. The result appears immediately for preview — check it looks correct before downloading.
  6. If the file size is too large, run the result through the Compress tab to reduce it further without visible quality loss.
  7. Click Download to save your correctly sized image. Upload it to Exposure Photos — it will display sharply, load quickly, and meet the platform's requirements.

5 Pro Tips for Exposure Photos Images

  • RAW files from DSLR and mirrorless cameras must be processed in Lightroom, Capture One, or a similar RAW editor before web upload — browsers cannot display RAW files natively
  • Consider stripping EXIF metadata from images before publishing online — location data embedded in EXIF can reveal exactly where and when a photo was taken
  • Calibrate your monitor colour profile — images edited on an uncalibrated monitor may look very different when viewed by others or when printed
  • Drone photos often require perspective correction in post-processing — correct converging verticals and ensure the horizon is perfectly level
  • Always preserve your original RAW or highest-resolution file in a separate archive folder — never overwrite the master with a compressed export

Frequently Asked Questions

What resolution should I export photos for Exposure Photos?

For web display, export at 72–96 DPI — higher DPI does not improve screen display quality and just increases file size unnecessarily. For print use, export at a minimum of 300 DPI at the final printed size. For stock photography submissions, check the specific platform requirements — some require a minimum of 4 MP while others require 12 MP or higher.

What is the best way to export photos from my camera for Exposure Photos?

Export as JPG at maximum quality directly from your camera, or export from your RAW editing software (Lightroom, Capture One) as JPG at 90–95% quality in sRGB colour space. If submitting to stock agencies or clients, they may require TIFF or specific colour space settings — always check destination requirements before exporting. Never delete the original RAW files.

How do I reduce file size without losing quality for Exposure Photos?

Use the Compress tool at imgresizr.com, which intelligently reduces file size while preserving visual quality. For most web use cases, compressing a JPG to around 150–300 KB produces a result that looks identical to the original at typical screen sizes. The key is starting from a high-quality original rather than from an already-compressed file.

Conclusion

Image quality for Exposure Photos is entirely within your control — and with the right specifications and a free tool, it takes under a minute to get right. Use the dimensions in the table above, follow the step-by-step guide, and apply the pro tips to make your Exposure Photos images stand out. Visit imgresizr.com to start resizing, compressing, or converting your images right now.

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