6R vs 5R
6R is 25.4 mm wider and 25.4 mm taller than 5R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Compare a Different Pair
6R and 5R, Side by Side
| 6R | 5R | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 152.4 × 203.2 | 127 × 177.8 | 25.4 × 25.4 mm |
| Inches | 6 × 8 | 5 × 7 | 1 × 1 in |
| Centimetres | 15.2 × 20.3 | 12.7 × 17.8 | |
| Area | 0.031 m², 30,968 mm² | 0.0226 m², 22,581 mm² | 1.37× |
| Aspect ratio | 1 : 1.333 | 1 : 1.400 | 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 | 6R onto 5R | 5R onto 6R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 12.7 mm (0.5 in) each side | 6R loses it | blank band |
| Height | 12.7 mm (0.5 in) each end | 6R 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:
| 5R to fit 6R | 114% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
|---|---|---|
| 6R to fit 5R | 83% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 6R bigger than 5R?
6R is bigger. It is 152.4 × 203.2 mm against 127 × 177.8 mm for 5R, about 1.37 times the area.
What is the difference between 6R and 5R?
6R is 25.4 mm wider and 25.4 mm taller than 5R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Can you print 5R on 6R?
Not at full size without a change. Shrink 5R to 114% to fit 6R, 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 6R and 5R pages. Differences and scale factors computed. Reviewed . Editorial Process →