DL vs Photo 5×7
| DL | Photo 5×7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 110 × 220 | 127 × 177.8 |
| Inches | 4.33 × 8.66 | 5 × 7 |
| Centimetres | 11 × 22 | 12.7 × 17.8 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:2 | 1:1.4 |
| Area | 242 cm² | 225.8 cm² |
Which is bigger
DL, by 7.2% in area. Photo 5×7 is 17 mm wider than DL. DL is 42.2 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
Neither sheet fits inside the other at full size: Photo 5×7 is the wider of the two while DL is the taller, so each overruns the other on one edge. Whichever way you go, something has to scale or crop.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| DL artwork on Photo 5×7 paper | 80.8% | 38.1 × 0 mm margin |
| Photo 5×7 artwork on DL paper | 86.6% | 0 × 66 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: DL is 1:2 and Photo 5×7 is 1:1.4. 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 38.1 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between DL and Photo 5×7?
DL is 110 × 220 mm and Photo 5×7 is 127 × 177.8 mm. DL is the larger of the two by 7.2% in area.
Can I print DL on Photo 5×7?
Not at full size. Scale it to 80.8% and it fits inside Photo 5×7 with 38.1 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, DL or Photo 5×7?
DL — 110 × 220 mm against 127 × 177.8 mm, which is 7.2% more area.
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