C4 vs Photo 11×14
| C4 | Photo 11×14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 229 × 324 | 279.4 × 355.6 |
| Inches | 9.02 × 12.76 | 11 × 14 |
| Centimetres | 22.9 × 32.4 | 27.9 × 35.6 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.27 |
| Area | 742 cm² | 993.5 cm² |
Which is bigger
Photo 11×14, by 33.9% in area. Photo 11×14 is 50.4 mm wider than C4. Photo 11×14 is 31.6 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A C4 page fits inside Photo 11×14 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 25.2 mm border down each side and 15.8 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| C4 artwork on Photo 11×14 paper | 109.8% | 28.1 × 0 mm margin |
| Photo 11×14 artwork on C4 paper | 82% | 0 × 32.5 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: C4 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 28.1 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between C4 and Photo 11×14?
C4 is 229 × 324 mm and Photo 11×14 is 279.4 × 355.6 mm. Photo 11×14 is the larger of the two by 33.9% in area.
Can I print C4 on Photo 11×14?
Yes, at 100% — C4 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Photo 11×14 with a border all round.
Which is bigger, C4 or Photo 11×14?
Photo 11×14 — 279.4 × 355.6 mm against 229 × 324 mm, which is 33.9% more area.
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