The difference between 8K and 4K images often depends on your screen’s resolution and size. If you’re viewing on a monitor or device that only supports up to 4K, it can’t display the extra detail from an 8K file, so both look the same.
However, 8K images still offer benefits:
- Future-proofing: If you upgrade to higher-resolution displays later, you’ll already own the highest-quality files.
- Editing & cropping: 8K files give you more flexibility to crop or zoom without losing clarity.
- Printing large formats: Physical prints at big sizes look sharper with higher-resolution originals.
So while you might not see a visual difference right now, 8K ensures your artwork stays stunning on future devices or in large-format prints.