5R vs 4R
5R is 25.4 mm wider and 25.4 mm taller than 4R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Compare a Different Pair
5R and 4R, Side by Side
| 5R | 4R | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 127 × 177.8 | 101.6 × 152.4 | 25.4 × 25.4 mm |
| Inches | 5 × 7 | 4 × 6 | 1 × 1 in |
| Centimetres | 12.7 × 17.8 | 10.2 × 15.2 | |
| Area | 0.0226 m², 22,581 mm² | 0.0155 m², 15,484 mm² | 1.46× |
| Aspect ratio | 1 : 1.400 | 1 : 1.500 | 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 | 5R onto 4R | 4R onto 5R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 12.7 mm (0.5 in) each side | 5R loses it | blank band |
| Height | 12.7 mm (0.5 in) each end | 5R 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:
| 4R to fit 5R | 117% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
|---|---|---|
| 5R to fit 4R | 80% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 5R bigger than 4R?
5R is bigger. It is 127 × 177.8 mm against 101.6 × 152.4 mm for 4R, about 1.46 times the area.
What is the difference between 5R and 4R?
5R is 25.4 mm wider and 25.4 mm taller than 4R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Can you print 4R on 5R?
Not at full size without a change. Shrink 4R to 117% to fit 5R, which leaves a thin border, or print at 100% and lose 12.7 mm off each side and 12.7 mm top and bottom.
✓ Dimensions per the standards on the 5R and 4R pages. Differences and scale factors computed. Reviewed . Editorial Process →