Listing Photo Quality ScorerGet Instant Feedback on Your Listing Photos
Upload any listing photo and get an instant quality score with actionable tips. Check resolution, brightness, contrast, and MLS compatibility - all in your browser.
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Listing Photo Scorer
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6 Tips for Better Listing Photos
Professional photographers follow these principles to capture homes at their best.
Lighting is Everything
Turn on every light in the room. Open all curtains and blinds. Shoot during the golden hour (early morning or late afternoon) for warm, natural light. Avoid harsh midday sun that creates strong shadows.
Shoot from the Corners
Position your camera in a corner or doorway to show the maximum amount of floor space. Shoot at chest height (about 4 feet) to keep vertical lines straight and give a natural perspective.
Declutter Before Shooting
Remove personal items, magnets from the fridge, toiletries from counters, and excess furniture. Clear surfaces make rooms look larger. Less is more when it comes to listing photography.
Use a Wide-Angle Lens
A wide-angle lens (10-20mm on crop, 16-35mm on full frame) makes rooms appear more spacious. Avoid going too wide (under 10mm) as it creates extreme barrel distortion that looks unnatural.
Post-Processing Basics
Brighten shadows, recover highlights near windows, increase clarity slightly, and correct white balance. Use lens correction to fix distortion. Keep edits natural - avoid over-saturation and HDR artifacts.
Keep Vertical Lines Straight
Tilted or leaning walls are a dead giveaway of amateur photography. Use a tripod and level, or correct verticals in post-processing. Door frames, walls, and windows should all be perfectly vertical.
Common MLS Photo Requirements
Every MLS has slightly different requirements, but here are the most common standards your listing photos should meet.
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1024 x 768 px | 3000 x 2000 px+ | Higher resolution = sharper on all devices |
| Max File Size | Varies by MLS | 2-8 MB (JPEG 90%) | Most MLS cap at 10-15MB per image |
| File Format | JPEG | JPEG | PNG accepted by some, but JPEG is universal |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 landscape | 4:3 or 3:2 | Landscape only. 16:9 may be cropped |
| Color Space | sRGB | sRGB | Adobe RGB may display incorrectly on web |
| Photo Count | 1 (exterior) | 25-35 photos | More photos give buyers a fuller picture of the home |
Why Listing Photo Quality Matters
Impressions
The lead photo is what buyers see before they decide to click. Bright, level, uncluttered photos earn that click.
Thing Buyers See
Photos are the first thing most buyers look at when browsing listings online — they decide in seconds whether to keep scrolling.
Views
Well-lit, high-quality photos draw more online views than dark or low-resolution images.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the listing photo quality scorer work?
The scorer analyzes your photo entirely in your browser using the Canvas API. It checks five key metrics: resolution (pixel dimensions), brightness (average luminance), contrast (tonal range), composition (aspect ratio for MLS compatibility), and file quality (format and size). No images are uploaded to any server - everything runs client-side.
What is a good photo quality score for MLS listings?
Aim for a score of 80 or higher. Most MLS systems require at least 1024px wide photos in JPEG format under 10-15MB. A score of 70+ means your photo meets basic requirements, while 90+ indicates professional-grade quality that will make your listing stand out.
What resolution do MLS photos need to be?
Most MLS systems require a minimum of 1024x768 pixels. However, for best results on Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, shoot at 3000x2000 or higher. Higher resolution photos look sharper on large screens and allow for cropping without quality loss.
Why are my listing photos too dark?
Dark listing photos are the most common issue agents face. To fix this: turn on every light in the room, open all blinds and curtains, shoot during the day, use a wide aperture (f/2.8-f/4), and consider using HDR mode. In post-processing, increase exposure and pull up shadows while preserving highlights.
What aspect ratio should listing photos be?
4:3 and 3:2 are the most universally compatible aspect ratios for MLS systems. 16:9 works well for website headers and Zillow but may get cropped on some MLS platforms. Avoid portrait (vertical) orientation for room photos - always shoot in landscape mode.
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