Photo print sizes

In the US, size names are often denoted with a code of the format '''nR', where the number n represents the length of the shorter edge in inches. In the normal series, the long edge is the length of the short edge plus 2 inches (10 in or less) or 3 inches (11 in and above). The alternative Super series, denoted 'SnR, nR Plus or nR+''', has an aspect ratio of (or as close as possible) and thus provides a better fit for standard 135 film (35 mm) at sizes of 8 inches or above. 5R is twice the size of a 2R print, 6R twice the size of a 4R print and S8R twice the size of 6R. 4D/6D is a newer size for most consumer level digital cameras and Micro 4/3 cameras American S8R or Japanese 6PW at is the closest approximation to A4 at (). The sizes with 7 × , () and × 12 inches () are used for black-and-white paper. == Japan ==

In Japan, the same print sizes (and several additional ones) are known by different designations. The Japanese L is equivalent to 3R, while 2L—twice the size—matches 5R. KG represents the size of a traditional  in (4R) Japanese postcard (hagaki). The '''nP' or series are defined in reference to a of  mm, with smaller numbers (fewer cuts) indicating larger sizes. A W suffix indicates sizes with an extended long edge, similar to the American S'' prefix. Japanese Chou sizes are for envelopes and Hagaki for postcards. They do not match exactly the related sizes from ISO 216, like A6 for international standard postcards. == Overview ==

Unlike ISO 216 paper sizes, the aspect ratios of photographic prints vary, so exact scaling of prints is not always possible. However, some logical correspondences are between the sizes, noted below when applicable. Many of the standard sizes are the same as sheet film formats, and are appropriate for making contact sheets from these films. } || || == See also ==