A6 vs JIS B7
| A6 | JIS B7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 105 × 148 | 91 × 128 |
| Inches | 4.13 × 5.83 | 3.58 × 5.04 |
| Centimetres | 10.5 × 14.8 | 9.1 × 12.8 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.41 |
| Area | 155.4 cm² | 116.5 cm² |
Which is bigger
A6, by 33.4% in area. A6 is 14 mm wider than JIS B7. A6 is 20 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A JIS B7 page fits inside A6 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 7 mm border down each side and 10 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| A6 artwork on JIS B7 paper | 86.5% | 0.2 × 0 mm margin |
| JIS B7 artwork on A6 paper | 115.4% | 0 × 0.3 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
Both sheets have the same 1:1.41 proportions, so artwork scales between them without any cropping or extra margin — only the size changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between A6 and JIS B7?
A6 is 105 × 148 mm and JIS B7 is 91 × 128 mm. A6 is the larger of the two by 33.4% in area.
Can I print A6 on JIS B7?
Not at full size. Scale it to 86.5% and it fits inside JIS B7 with 0.2 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, A6 or JIS B7?
A6 — 105 × 148 mm against 91 × 128 mm, which is 33.4% more area.
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