B5 vs B7
| B5 | B7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 176 × 250 | 88 × 125 |
| Inches | 6.93 × 9.84 | 3.46 × 4.92 |
| Centimetres | 17.6 × 25 | 8.8 × 12.5 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.42 | 1:1.42 |
| Area | 440 cm² | 110 cm² |
Which is bigger
B5 is 4 times the area of B7. They are 2 steps apart in the B series and each step halves the sheet, so the multiple is two to the power of 2. The number in the name going up while the sheet goes down is why this has to be asked rather than read off.
B5 is 88 mm wider than B7. B5 is 125 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B7 page fits inside B5 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 44 mm border down each side and 62.5 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B5 artwork on B7 paper | 50% | 0 × 0 mm margin |
| B7 artwork on B5 paper | 200% | 0 × 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
Both sheets have the same 1:1.42 proportions, so artwork scales between them without any cropping or extra margin — only the size changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B5 and B7?
B5 is 176 × 250 mm and B7 is 88 × 125 mm. B5 is the larger of the two by 300% in area.
Can I print B5 on B7?
Not at full size. Scale it to 50% and it fits inside B7 with 0 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B5 or B7?
B5 — 176 × 250 mm against 88 × 125 mm, which is 300% more area.
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