B4 vs Photo 11×14
| B4 | Photo 11×14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 250 × 353 | 279.4 × 355.6 |
| Inches | 9.84 × 13.9 | 11 × 14 |
| Centimetres | 25 × 35.3 | 27.9 × 35.6 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.27 |
| Area | 882.5 cm² | 993.5 cm² |
Which is bigger
Photo 11×14, by 12.6% in area. Photo 11×14 is 29.4 mm wider than B4. Photo 11×14 is 2.6 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B4 page fits inside Photo 11×14 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 14.7 mm border down each side and 1.3 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B4 artwork on Photo 11×14 paper | 100.7% | 27.6 × 0 mm margin |
| Photo 11×14 artwork on B4 paper | 89.5% | 0 × 34.8 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: B4 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 27.6 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B4 and Photo 11×14?
B4 is 250 × 353 mm and Photo 11×14 is 279.4 × 355.6 mm. Photo 11×14 is the larger of the two by 12.6% in area.
Can I print B4 on Photo 11×14?
Yes, at 100% — B4 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Photo 11×14 with a border all round.
Which is bigger, B4 or Photo 11×14?
Photo 11×14 — 279.4 × 355.6 mm against 250 × 353 mm, which is 12.6% more area.
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