A3 vs Photo 11×14
| A3 | Photo 11×14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 297 × 420 | 279.4 × 355.6 |
| Inches | 11.69 × 16.54 | 11 × 14 |
| Centimetres | 29.7 × 42 | 27.9 × 35.6 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.27 |
| Area | 1247.4 cm² | 993.5 cm² |
Which is bigger
A3, by 25.6% in area. A3 is 17.6 mm wider than Photo 11×14. A3 is 64.4 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Photo 11×14 page fits inside A3 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 8.8 mm border down each side and 32.2 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| A3 artwork on Photo 11×14 paper | 84.7% | 27.9 × 0 mm margin |
| Photo 11×14 artwork on A3 paper | 106.3% | 0 × 42 mm margin |
These are the numbers for the "custom scale" box in a print dialog. "Fit to page" computes the same thing, but knowing the figure tells you in advance whether the result will look deliberate or accidental.
Why the shapes matter
The proportions differ: A3 is 1:1.41 and Photo 11×14 is 1:1.27. That difference is why a layout moved between them never quite lines up — scale it to fit one edge and the other is left with 27.9 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between A3 and Photo 11×14?
A3 is 297 × 420 mm and Photo 11×14 is 279.4 × 355.6 mm. A3 is the larger of the two by 25.6% in area.
Can I print A3 on Photo 11×14?
Not at full size. Scale it to 84.7% and it fits inside Photo 11×14 with 27.9 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, A3 or Photo 11×14?
A3 — 297 × 420 mm against 279.4 × 355.6 mm, which is 25.6% more area.
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