Photo 4×6 vs Mass Market
| Photo 4×6 | Mass Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 101.6 × 152.4 | 107.95 × 174.5 |
| Inches | 4 × 6 | 4.25 × 6.87 |
| Centimetres | 10.2 × 15.2 | 10.8 × 17.5 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.5 | 1:1.62 |
| Area | 154.8 cm² | 188.4 cm² |
Which is bigger
Mass Market, by 21.7% in area. Mass Market is 6.4 mm wider than Photo 4×6. Mass Market is 22.1 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Photo 4×6 page fits inside Mass Market whole — print it at 100% and you get a 3.2 mm border down each side and 11 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| Photo 4×6 artwork on Mass Market paper | 106.3% | 0 × 12.6 mm margin |
| Mass Market artwork on Photo 4×6 paper | 87.3% | 7.3 × 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
The proportions differ: Photo 4×6 is 1:1.5 and Mass Market is 1:1.62. 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 12.6 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Photo 4×6 and Mass Market?
Photo 4×6 is 101.6 × 152.4 mm and Mass Market is 107.95 × 174.5 mm. Mass Market is the larger of the two by 21.7% in area.
Can I print Photo 4×6 on Mass Market?
Yes, at 100% — Photo 4×6 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Mass Market with a border all round.
Which is bigger, Photo 4×6 or Mass Market?
Mass Market — 107.95 × 174.5 mm against 101.6 × 152.4 mm, which is 21.7% more area.
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