Turn any photo into a custom depth map for laser engraving
Upload a photo and our generator converts it into a ready-to-burn 16-bit grayscale depth map in seconds — perfect for portraits, pets, and one-of-a-kind gifts. Pay once, download instantly, and engrave on any diode, CO2, or fiber laser. Just $9.99 per conversion.
Upload your photoAny JPG or PNG — a portrait, pet, logo, or favorite shot.
We generate the depth mapOur tool builds a clean 16-bit grayscale depth map in seconds.
Download & burnPay once, download instantly, and engrave on your laser.
Commission a piece
Turn your own photo into a depth map
Upload any image and our engine generates a laser-ready grayscale depth map. Preview it free, then download the clean 16-bit file for $9.99.
1 — Your image
Drop an image here
or click to browse — PNG, JPG, WebP up to 12 MB
2 — Depth map preview
Your generated depth map will appear here.
Depth map FAQ
- What is a depth map for laser engraving?
- A depth map is a grayscale image where the brightness of each pixel tells your laser how deep to cut — white is the highest surface and black is the deepest. Engraved in your laser's grayscale or 3D mode, it produces a dimensional relief carving instead of a flat 2D burn.
- How do I turn a photo into a depth map?
- Upload your photo to PortraitHut's custom depth map generator. It analyzes the image and produces a clean 16-bit grayscale depth map in seconds. Preview it, then download the full-resolution file instantly after checkout.
- Which lasers work with these depth maps?
- Our grayscale depth maps work on diode, CO2, and fiber lasers. Engrave in grayscale 3D / depth mode with dithering turned off. Wood and acrylic give the deepest relief; slate registers surface tone; metals can be deep-engraved only with a fiber/MOPA laser.
- What file format do I get?
- You receive a high-resolution 16-bit grayscale PNG depth map that drops straight into LightBurn and other laser software. No conversion or extra software needed.
- How much does a custom depth map cost?
- A custom photo-to-depth-map conversion is $9.99, delivered as an instant download. Pre-made depth maps from our gallery start even lower.
- What photos work best for depth maps?
- Clear, well-lit photos with a distinct subject and good contrast convert best — portraits, pets, logos, and single objects on a clean background. Busy or low-light images produce flatter relief.