A3 vs Super A3
| A3 | Super A3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 297 × 420 | 329 × 483 |
| Inches | 11.69 × 16.54 | 12.95 × 19.02 |
| Centimetres | 29.7 × 42 | 32.9 × 48.3 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.47 |
| Area | 1247.4 cm² | 1589.1 cm² |
Which is bigger
Super A3, by 27.4% in area. Super A3 is 32 mm wider than A3. Super A3 is 63 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A A3 page fits inside Super A3 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 16 mm border down each side and 31.5 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| A3 artwork on Super A3 paper | 110.8% | 0 × 17.7 mm margin |
| Super A3 artwork on A3 paper | 87% | 10.9 × 0 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 Super A3 is 1:1.47. 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 17.7 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between A3 and Super A3?
A3 is 297 × 420 mm and Super A3 is 329 × 483 mm. Super A3 is the larger of the two by 27.4% in area.
Can I print A3 on Super A3?
Yes, at 100% — A3 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Super A3 with a border all round.
Which is bigger, A3 or Super A3?
Super A3 — 329 × 483 mm against 297 × 420 mm, which is 27.4% more area.
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