10R vs 8R
10R is 50.8 mm wider and 50.8 mm taller than 8R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Compare a Different Pair
10R and 8R, Side by Side
| 10R | 8R | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 254 × 304.8 | 203.2 × 254 | 50.8 × 50.8 mm |
| Inches | 10 × 12 | 8 × 10 | 2 × 2 in |
| Centimetres | 25.4 × 30.5 | 20.3 × 25.4 | |
| Area | 0.0774 m², 77,419 mm² | 0.0516 m², 51,613 mm² | 1.5× |
| Aspect ratio | 1 : 1.200 | 1 : 1.250 | different |
What Is Lost Printing One on the Other
At 100% scale, both centred, nothing resized. A positive figure on the wider or taller side is cropped; on the other it is a blank margin.
| Axis | Gap | 10R onto 8R | 8R onto 10R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 25.4 mm (1 in) each side | 10R loses it | blank band |
| Height | 25.4 mm (1 in) each end | 10R loses it | blank band |
Scale-to-Fit Percentages
The figure to type into a printer or PDF dialog to scale one to fit inside the other:
| 8R to fit 10R | 120% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
|---|---|---|
| 10R to fit 8R | 80% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 10R bigger than 8R?
10R is bigger. It is 254 × 304.8 mm against 203.2 × 254 mm for 8R, about 1.5 times the area.
What is the difference between 10R and 8R?
10R is 50.8 mm wider and 50.8 mm taller than 8R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Can you print 8R on 10R?
Not at full size without a change. Shrink 8R to 120% to fit 10R, which leaves a thin border, or print at 100% and lose 25.4 mm off each side and 25.4 mm top and bottom.
✓ Dimensions per the standards on the 10R and 8R pages. Differences and scale factors computed. Reviewed . Editorial Process →