Amazon Product Image Size: The Complete Guide
Getting your Amazon product images right is one of the fastest ways to improve your listing's conversion rate. Amazon has strict image requirements, and listings that fail to meet them risk suppression or poor performance. This guide covers every image specification you need to know for 2026, from main image rules to A+ Content dimensions.
Amazon Image Size Requirements at a Glance
Here is a quick-reference table of the core Amazon product image specifications.
| Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum size (for zoom) | 1000 x 1000 px |
| Preferred size | 2000 x 2000 px |
| Maximum size | 10,000 px on longest side |
| Accepted file types | JPEG, TIFF, PNG, GIF |
| Color space | sRGB |
| Main image background | Pure white (RGB 255, 255, 255) |
| Images per listing | Up to 9 |
Amazon Main Image Requirements
The main image (also called the MAIN or hero image) is the first photo shoppers see in search results. Amazon enforces strict rules on this image to keep the marketplace looking clean and consistent. For a deeper look at how these rules apply to clothing and apparel, see our Amazon product photography requirements guide.
- Background must be pure white (RGB 255, 255, 255).
- The product must fill at least 85% of the image frame.
- No text, logos, watermarks, or borders of any kind.
- 1000 px minimum on the longest side to enable the zoom function.
- 2000 px or larger is recommended for the best zoom experience.
- The image must be a photograph of the actual product (no illustrations, placeholders, or mockups).
Amazon Secondary Image Guidelines
Secondary images (slots 2 through 9) give you far more creative freedom than the main image. Use them to tell the full product story.
- Lifestyle shots showing the product in use are encouraged.
- Infographics with text callouts, feature highlights, and size charts are allowed.
- Non-white backgrounds, props, and styled scenes are permitted.
- The same resolution requirements apply: aim for 2000 px on the longest side.
- Use all 9 image slots for maximum conversion. Listings with more images consistently outperform those with fewer.
If you sell on multiple platforms, our Etsy listing photo size guide covers that marketplace's image specs side by side.
Amazon A+ Content Image Sizes
A+ Content (formerly Enhanced Brand Content) lets brand-registered sellers add rich media below the product description. Each module type has its own image dimensions.
- Standard A+ module width: 970 px.
- Brand Story banner: 600 x 180 px.
- Comparison chart images: 150 x 150 px per product.
- Image and text overlay modules: Vary by layout; follow the template dimensions shown in the A+ Content manager.
All A+ Content images should be saved as JPEG or PNG in sRGB color space. Keep file sizes reasonable for fast page loads.
Common Amazon Image Rejection Reasons
If your images are suppressed or your listing is flagged, it is almost always for one of these reasons:
- Background not pure white. Even slightly off-white or gray backgrounds will trigger rejection on the main image.
- Product does not fill enough of the frame. The product must occupy at least 85% of the image area.
- Text or watermarks on the main image. Branding, promotional text, and logos are not allowed.
- Resolution too low. Images below 1000 px on the longest side will not enable zoom, hurting conversion.
- Wrong color space. CMYK images display incorrectly on screens. Always use sRGB.
How to Optimize Images for Amazon
Follow these steps to make sure every image you upload meets Amazon's standards and performs well in search results.
- Use the sRGB color space in your camera settings or image editor.
- Save as JPEG at 85% quality or higher for the best balance of file size and sharpness.
- Ensure your main image has a pure white background (RGB 255, 255, 255) with no shadows or gradients.
- Crop so the product fills at least 85% of the frame, with a small margin of white on all sides.
- Upload at 2000 x 2000 px or larger for the best zoom experience.
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Create Amazon-ready imagesAmazon Product Image Size FAQ
What is the minimum image size for Amazon?
The minimum image size for Amazon product listings is 1000 pixels on the longest side. This is the threshold required to enable the zoom function, which Amazon strongly recommends. However, Amazon will accept images as small as 500 pixels on the longest side for listings where zoom is not critical. For the best customer experience and highest conversion rates, upload images that are at least 2000 pixels on the longest side.
Why does Amazon require a white background?
Amazon requires a pure white background (RGB 255, 255, 255) on main product images to maintain a consistent, clean shopping experience across the marketplace. White backgrounds eliminate distractions, allow customers to focus entirely on the product, and ensure all listings look uniform in search results. This requirement applies only to the main image. Secondary images can use different backgrounds including lifestyle scenes and infographics.
How many images should I use per Amazon listing?
Amazon allows up to 9 images per listing, and you should use all of them. Data consistently shows that listings with more images convert at higher rates. Use your main image for a clean product shot on white, then fill the remaining slots with lifestyle photos, infographics highlighting key features, size charts, close-up detail shots, and packaging or what's-in-the-box images. Every empty image slot is a missed opportunity to convince a buyer.
What file format is best for Amazon product images?
JPEG is the best file format for Amazon product images. It offers the best balance of image quality and file size, loads quickly for customers, and is universally supported. Amazon also accepts TIFF, PNG, and GIF formats, but JPEG at 85% or higher quality is the standard choice among professional Amazon sellers. Always use the sRGB color space to ensure colors display accurately across all devices.