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16K Image Upscaler
Enlarge Small Photos to 15,360 px
Small photo, big print? Enlarge a JPG, PNG or WebP to 15,360 px on the long edge. Pick 2K, 4K, 8K or 16K and see the credit cost before you run it.
From 15 credits per image
Commercial license170+ media modelsNo watermarks
- 16K output
- 170+ media models
- No watermark
- Commercial license
- Pay-per-use
Last updated: September 2026
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What 16K means for your file
16K here means 15,360 px on the long edge: the width of the 15,360 × 8,640 display standard (132.7 MP). The short edge follows your photo's shape. At 300 DPI a 16K file prints 51.2 in (130 cm) wide.
| Tier | Long edge | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2K | 2,048 px | 6.8 in17.3 cm | 15 |
| 4K | 4,096 px | 13.7 in34.7 cm | 20 |
| 8K | 7,680 px | 25.6 in65 cm | 40 |
| 16K | 15,360 px | 51.2 in130 cm | 120 |
A 1,920 px photo is enlarged 8× to reach 15,360 px; a 3,840 px photo 4×. Below about 1,000 px most of the added detail is generated rather than recovered. Any shape works: a square photo comes back 15,360 × 15,360. The one source the upscaler will not open is one above 179 MP, such as a square 16K result (236 MP) uploaded again, so start from the original.
Every size from 1080p to 16K is in the full print-size table.
Two Upscaling Engines
The studio runs two engines. Pick one per run; the price follows the engine and the size you pick.
Up to 16K
Imagera AI
Rebuilds detail as it enlarges. Reaches 16K and handles photos, art and screenshots.
- 2K output15 credits per image
- 4K output20 credits per image
- 8K output40 credits per image
- 16K output120 credits per image
2x or 4x
Imagera Pro
A premium neural pass that enlarges 2x or 4x and keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural.
- 2x enlargement15 credits per image
- 4x enlargement25 credits per image
One engine and one size per run
A run takes up to 10 images and costs its images added up.
Open the Image UpscalerWhat the upscaler does at 8K and 16K
Output size, formats and limits for each run
Neural Detail Reconstruction
Deep learning models reconstruct missing detail instead of stretching pixels. Advanced texture synthesis generates photorealistic elements that weren't visible in the original image.
Faces and Skin
Skin, hair and fabric are where a big upscale goes wrong first. Imagera Pro keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural; with either engine, check faces at 100% before you download.
Advanced Artifact Elimination
Multi-stage artifact removal pipeline eliminates JPEG compression blocks, noise, and digital distortions while preserving fine edge detail and texture integrity.
Up to 16K Resolution
The 16K tier writes 15,360 px on the long edge, which prints 51.2 in (130 cm) wide at 300 DPI, from source images up to 50MB each.
Parallel Batch Processing
Upscale up to 10 images in one run. They are dispatched together and come back as one grouped job in your queue.
2 Upscaling Engines
Imagera AI enlarges up to 16K and handles photos, art and screenshots; Imagera Pro enlarges 2x or 4x and keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural. Pick one per run.
Edge-Preserving Enhancement
Advanced edge detection preserves sharp boundaries while enhancing texture. Perfect for architectural photography, product shots, and technical imagery requiring precision.
JPEG Ready for the Print Lab
Results download as JPEG at quality 95. Send a 16K file straight to a lab, or crop it first and keep 4K or more in the crop.
JPG, PNG and WebP In
Upload JPG, PNG or WebP up to 50MB each. Convert Adobe RGB or ProPhoto files to sRGB first so colours do not shift.
No Watermark, Commercial Use
Every result downloads without a watermark, and you keep the commercial rights to it.
Competitive Analysis
Imagera vs Topaz, Magnific and Upscale.media
Price model, output size, batch size and upload limits, side by side
| Feature | Imagera AI | Topaz Gigapixel AI | Magnific AI | Upscale .media |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing (2026) | From 15 credits/image | $29/mo OR $149/yr* | $39/month min | Free (watermark) / $9.99/mo |
| 4K Image Cost | 20 credits | Subscription required | Subscription required | Free tier watermarked |
| Maximum Resolution | 16K (15,360 px long edge) | 6x upscale | 16x upscale | 4x max only |
| Platform | Browser-based | Desktop only | Web-based | Web-based |
| Model Choice | 2 built-in engines | 6 built-in | Preset only | Single model |
| Batch Processing | 10 images per batch | Unlimited | 10 images | 1 image only |
| Face Enhancement | Imagera Pro (2x or 4x) | Face Recovery | ||
| Pay-Per-Use Credits | ||||
| Installation Required | Not required | Required | Not required | Not required |
| File Size Limit | 50MB | No limit | 50MB | 5MB |
| Suited To | Pay-per-use workflows | High-volume single user | AI art generation | Quick free edits |
Pricing (2026)
Imagera AIFrom 15 credits/image
TopazGigapixel AI$29/mo OR $149/yr*
MagnificAI$39/month min
Upscale.mediaFree (watermark) / $9.99/mo
4K Image Cost
Imagera AI20 credits
TopazGigapixel AISubscription required
MagnificAISubscription required
Upscale.mediaFree tier watermarked
Maximum Resolution
Imagera AI16K (15,360 px long edge)
TopazGigapixel AI6x upscale
MagnificAI16x upscale
Upscale.media4x max only
Platform
Imagera AIBrowser-based
TopazGigapixel AIDesktop only
MagnificAIWeb-based
Upscale.mediaWeb-based
Model Choice
Imagera AI2 built-in engines
TopazGigapixel AI6 built-in
MagnificAIPreset only
Upscale.mediaSingle model
Batch Processing
Imagera AI10 images per batch
TopazGigapixel AIUnlimited
MagnificAI10 images
Upscale.media1 image only
Face Enhancement
Imagera AIImagera Pro (2x or 4x)
TopazGigapixel AIFace Recovery
MagnificAIYes
Upscale.mediaNo
Pay-Per-Use Credits
Imagera AIYes
TopazGigapixel AINo
MagnificAINo
Upscale.mediaNo
Installation Required
Imagera AINot required
TopazGigapixel AIRequired
MagnificAINot required
Upscale.mediaNot required
File Size Limit
Imagera AI50MB
TopazGigapixel AINo limit
MagnificAI50MB
Upscale.media5MB
Suited To
Imagera AIPay-per-use workflows
TopazGigapixel AIHigh-volume single user
MagnificAIAI art generation
Upscale.mediaQuick free edits
*Topaz switched to subscription-only October 2025. $99 perpetual license no longer available for new customers. Standard: $29/mo or $149/yr. Pro: $499/yr. Pricing verified January 2026.
See the credit cost before you run
Try Imagera AIProfessional Use Cases
Where a bigger file changes the result: listings, prints, restorations and wallpapers
E-Commerce Product Photos
Retail & E-Commerce
Online retailers need consistent, high-quality product images across thousands of SKUs.
Challenges
- Inconsistent supplier photography quality
- Amazon requiring 1000x1000px minimum (many sellers have smaller)
- Low-res supplier images that turn soft when shoppers zoom
Solutions
- Artifact removal for compressed supplier photos
- 4K output meets all marketplace requirements
- Batch processing for catalog-scale operations
Batch up to 10 product images at once
Real Estate Photography
Real Estate & Architecture
Real estate photographers and agencies need sharp, detailed property photos that showcase architectural features and sell listings faster.
Challenges
- Wide-angle lens distortion and quality loss
- MLS platforms increasing resolution requirements
- Virtual tours requiring 4K images
Solutions
- Output up to 16K for listings and print
- Line and edge preservation technology
- Up to 10 property photos per run
An 8K file (7,680 px) prints 25.6 in wide at 300 DPI
Old Photo Restoration
Family & Heritage
Families want old prints large enough to frame. A phone photo of a print or an old scan is rarely big enough.
Challenges
- Faded, scratched, or damaged original photos
- Low resolution from old scanners or phone photos of prints
- Expensive professional restoration ($50-150/image)
Solutions
- Repair scratches in the photo restorer first, then upscale
- 16K output for framed prints
- Imagera Pro, which keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural
A 4K file prints 13.7 in wide at 300 DPI
Print & Poster Production
Print-on-Demand & Publishing
Print-on-demand sellers, merchandise creators, and publishers need high-res artwork for professional printing.
Challenges
- Client artwork often too small for large format
- Canvas prints need 150 DPI, posters need 300 DPI
- A 50 in print at 300 DPI needs 15,000 px across
Solutions
- 16K (15,360 px) maximum output
- 51.2 in (130 cm) wide at 300 DPI
- JPEG at quality 95, ready for the lab
A 16K file prints 51.2 in (130 cm) wide at 300 DPI
Social Media Optimization
Content Creators & Influencers
Platform compression degrades uploaded images. Creators need crisp HD content for carousel posts, brand deals, and repurposing old content.
Challenges
- Instagram/TikTok compression reduces quality
- Repurposing old content for new platforms
- Influencer brand deals require HD assets
Solutions
- 2K tier covers Instagram portrait posts (1080 × 1350 px)
- Batch processing for content calendars
- No watermarks on any output
2K output from 15 credits per image
Anime & Gaming Upscaling
Enthusiast & Gaming
Retro game remastering, anime wallpaper printing, and fan art enhancement.
Challenges
- Waifu2x is slow and limited
- Retro game textures are tiny and blocky
- Fan art merchandise requires print resolution
Solutions
- Art and screenshots upscaled as well as photos
- Up to 10 wallpapers or frames per run
- Output up to 16K for print merchandise
8K wallpaper: 40 credits per image
Batch up to 10 images and see the credit cost first
Open the studioWhy Creators Choose Imagera
What every run includes: output up to 16K, a choice of 2 engines, and a commercial license on everything you make
Up to 16K resolution
Enlarge images far past their original size without losing sharpness.
Cloud GPU processing
Processing runs on cloud GPUs, and the studio works in any modern browser.
2 upscaling engines
Imagera AI enlarges up to 16K and handles photos, art and screenshots. Imagera Pro enlarges 2x or 4x and keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural. Pick one per run.
No watermark
Every output is clean and ready to publish or sell.
Commercial license included
Use enhanced images commercially — on Amazon, Shopify, Etsy and beyond.
Credit packs from $39.99
Credits are charged per image, at the output resolution you pick.
How It Works
Four Steps in the Studio
One run uses one engine at one size, and each image is charged at that size.
1
Add Your Images
Drop one image, or a set that should come back together.
Up to 10 images per run
2
Pick an Engine
Each engine has its own reach, look and price.
Imagera AI or Imagera Pro
3
Choose a Size
The size sets how far each image is enlarged and the credits it costs.
2K, 4K, 8K or 16K on Imagera AI; 2x or 4x on Imagera Pro
4
Collect the Results
Results land in your queue, ready to download.
Kept in your Vault afterwards
Which Engine Should I Use?
A short guide to the studio's two engines
Portraits, selfies or fashion shots?
Use Imagera Pro
Keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural.
2x
4x
Printing a poster or a large canvas?
Use Imagera AI
It goes up to 16K.
2K
4K
8K
16K
Art, anime or screenshots?
Use Imagera AI
Handles photos, art and screenshots.
2K
4K
8K
16K
Not sure? Start with the default.
The studio opens on Imagera AI at 2K, 15 credits per image. Switch the engine or the size before you run and the price updates with it.
Open the StudioWhy Choose Us
Powered by cutting-edge AI technology that delivers unmatched quality and performance
True AI Enhancement vs. Simple Interpolation
Unlike basic upscalers that just stretch pixels, our system uses advanced neural networks to genuinely enhance details. It adds authentic texture, removes artifacts, and reconstructs fine details that weren't visible in the original.
Technical: Deep learning-based super-resolution
Two Engines for Different Kinds of Image
Imagera AI enlarges up to 16K and handles photos, art and screenshots. Imagera Pro enlarges 2x or 4x and keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural. Each run uses one engine at one size, and the credits follow both.
Technical: One engine and one size per run
Bulk Processing: Up to 10 Images at Once
Process a shoot or a product set in one pass. Upload up to 10 images at once and they run as one grouped batch instead of one upload at a time. 10 is the cap the server enforces, so nothing is rejected after you have waited.
Technical: Parallel GPU processing with efficient memory management
One Output Format at Every Size
Upload JPG, PNG or WebP. Every result comes back as a JPEG at quality 95, the same format at every size from 2K to 16K.
Technical: JPEG, quality 95
The Price Before You Run
The studio shows the credit cost as you pick the engine and the size. A batch costs its images added up, and every image in a run is charged at the same size.
Technical: Per-image pricing from each engine's tier table
Built by the Imagera AI Team
The makers of Imagera
Imagera is a unified AI creation platform for images, video, voice and avatars. Outputs ship at up to 16K resolution with no watermark and a commercial license included — choose from 170+ media models in a single workspace.
16K output170+ media modelsCommercial license included
See It in Action
Input
Output
Can I upscale an image to 16K online?
Quick Answer:
Yes. Upload a JPG, PNG or WebP up to 50MB and pick a size: 2K for 15, 4K for 20, 8K for 40 or 16K for 120 credits per image. The 16K tier writes 15,360 px on the long edge, which prints 51.2 in (130 cm) wide at 300 DPI.
Source: Imagera AI
What is AI Image Upscaler?
AI Image Upscaler Imagera AI Image Upscaler enhances image resolution up to 16K with 2 built-in engines: Imagera AI (up to 16K) and Imagera Pro (2x or 4x). Pay-per-use pricing from 15 credits per image.
Compare Imagera vs desktop upscalers, Magnific AI, and other upscalers for features and pricing.
Questions
16K upscaler FAQ
Sizes, limits, formats and cost
Bicubic and bilinear resizing only spread the pixels you already have, so edges and textures go soft. Imagera AI runs a super-resolution model that generates new detail as it enlarges, which is why the result holds up at 100%. That detail is predicted, not recovered, so check faces and text before you print.
There is no separate skin model. Imagera Pro keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural and enlarges 2x or 4x; Imagera AI reaches 16K. For a portrait headed to print, compare skin, hair and eyes at 100% before you download.
Yes. The 16K tier writes 15,360 px on the long edge (measured on completed runs) from sources up to 50MB, for 120 credits per image. At 300 DPI that prints 51.2 in (130 cm) wide. See 16K sizes and print math for every size from 1080p up.
On a display spec sheet, 16K is 15,360 × 8,640 pixels (132.7 MP). Imagera's 16K tier writes 15,360 px on the long edge, the same width; the short edge follows your photo's shape, so a 3:2 photo comes back 15,360 × 10,240.
Any size works, because the tier sets the output: a 1,920 px photo is enlarged 8x and a 3,840 px photo 4x to reach 15,360 px. Below about 1,000 px most of the added detail is generated rather than recovered, so start from the largest original you have. Any shape works: a square photo comes back 15,360 × 15,360. The one source the upscaler will not open is one above 179 MP, such as a square 16K result (236 MP) uploaded again, so start from the original.
No. 16K is an output size; 16x is an enlargement factor. Only a 960 px photo needs 16x to reach 15,360 px, while a 1,920 px photo needs 8x. Imagera AI's tiers are sizes (2K, 4K, 8K, 16K); Imagera Pro works in factors (2x or 4x).
Upload JPG, PNG or WebP, up to 50MB each. Results download as JPEG at quality 95. Convert Adobe RGB or ProPhoto RGB files to sRGB before upload so colours do not shift.
Upload up to 10 images in one batch. The studio dispatches them in parallel rather than one after another, and they stay grouped together in your queue so you can download the set when it finishes. 10 is the cap the server enforces.
Custom upscaler models are third-party .pth checkpoints tuned for one kind of image, such as anime or faces. The Imagera studio does not load them. It runs 2 built-in engines: Imagera AI enlarges up to 16K and handles photos, art and screenshots; Imagera Pro enlarges 2x or 4x and keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural.
No. The studio runs its 2 built-in engines only and does not accept .pth files or model URLs. You pick the engine and the size for each run, and the price follows both.
Pricing is per image and depends on the engine and the size. Imagera AI charges 15 credits (2K output), 20 credits (4K output), 40 credits (8K output), 120 credits (16K output). Imagera Pro charges 15 credits (2x enlargement), 25 credits (4x enlargement). Credits are charged per image, at the size you pick.
Individual images can be up to 50MB — the limit the uploader shows on the drop target and enforces before the file picker opens. For batch work, upload up to 10 images at once.
Yes, 100%. All enhanced images come with full commercial usage rights. You retain complete ownership of your upscaled content.
The super-resolution model treats JPEG blocks, noise and banding as damage and redraws them as it enlarges, so compressed sources usually come back cleaner. Heavy artifacts can survive; a less-compressed original helps more than any setting.
It is used for print, product listings, restoration and wallpapers: anywhere a small file has to become a large one. Every result is delivered at up to 16K (15,360 px) with a commercial license included and no watermark.
Yes. The REST API is live at api.imagera.ai with signed completion webhooks, so your server is called the moment a job finishes instead of polling. API keys are available on the Business plan and are created from your developer settings. The web interface also supports batch processing of up to 10 images.
Median run times on completed jobs: 2K about 20 seconds, 4K about 40 seconds, 8K about 1.5 minutes, 16K about 4.5 minutes per image. The slowest completed 16K run took 14 minutes, and a few very large 16K jobs have hit the 30-minute timeout instead. Time waiting in the queue comes on top. A batch runs its images in parallel.
There is no plugin. Export from Photoshop or Lightroom, upscale in the browser, then place the result back in your project.
No uptime guarantee (SLA) is published. Uploads and downloads use encrypted HTTPS connections, and the credit cost is shown before a run starts.
Ready to Enhance?
Print-Size Files
From Small Photos
16K (15,360 px) • 50MB uploads • 10 per batch • 2 built-in engines
From 15 credits per image
Powered by advanced neural network upscaling technology
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What is Imagera AI Image Upscaler?
AI image upscaler to 16K resolution (15,360 px on the long edge). Pay-per-use alternative to desktop subscriptions (from 15 credits per image vs $29/mo subscription). 2 built-in engines: Imagera AI (up to 16K) and Imagera Pro (2x or 4x).
How is this different from desktop upscalers?
Leading desktop upscalers switched to subscription-only around October 2025: $29/mo or $149/yr. We're pay-per-use (from 15 credits per image), and it runs in the browser with 2 built-in engines, Imagera AI and Imagera Pro. See full desktop software vs Imagera comparison →
Why use AI upscaling for e-commerce?
Marketplace listings and print catalogues often need more pixels than supplier photos have. Upscale to 4K for listings or up to 16K for print, and batch up to 10 images at once.
What models are available?
2 built-in engines. Imagera AI enlarges up to 16K and handles photos, art and screenshots. Imagera Pro enlarges 2x or 4x and keeps skin, hair and fabric more natural. Pick one per run; the studio does not load custom .pth models.
Can I use my own custom upscaler?
No. The studio runs its 2 built-in engines only and does not accept .pth files or model URLs. You pick the engine and the size for each run, and the price follows both.
How to upscale an image to 16K
- 1
Upload
Add a JPG, PNG or WebP up to 50 MB, or up to 10 at once.
- 2
Pick 16K
Choose Imagera AI and the 16K tier: 120 credits per image, shown before you run. The long edge becomes 15,360 px; the short edge follows your photo's shape.
- 3
Check and download
Zoom faces and text to 100%, then download the 15,360 px JPEG.
Pixel sizes from 1080p up, and how large each prints: 16K print sizes