B5 vs Photo 8×10
| B5 | Photo 8×10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 176 × 250 | 203.2 × 254 |
| Inches | 6.93 × 9.84 | 8 × 10 |
| Centimetres | 17.6 × 25 | 20.3 × 25.4 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.42 | 1:1.25 |
| Area | 440 cm² | 516.1 cm² |
Which is bigger
Photo 8×10, by 17.3% in area. Photo 8×10 is 27.2 mm wider than B5. Photo 8×10 is 4 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B5 page fits inside Photo 8×10 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 13.6 mm border down each side and 2 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B5 artwork on Photo 8×10 paper | 101.6% | 24.4 × 0 mm margin |
| Photo 8×10 artwork on B5 paper | 86.6% | 0 × 30 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: B5 is 1:1.42 and Photo 8×10 is 1:1.25. 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 24.4 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B5 and Photo 8×10?
B5 is 176 × 250 mm and Photo 8×10 is 203.2 × 254 mm. Photo 8×10 is the larger of the two by 17.3% in area.
Can I print B5 on Photo 8×10?
Yes, at 100% — B5 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Photo 8×10 with a border all round.
Which is bigger, B5 or Photo 8×10?
Photo 8×10 — 203.2 × 254 mm against 176 × 250 mm, which is 17.3% more area.
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