8R vs 6R
8R is 50.8 mm wider and 50.8 mm taller than 6R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Compare a Different Pair
8R and 6R, Side by Side
| 8R | 6R | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 203.2 × 254 | 152.4 × 203.2 | 50.8 × 50.8 mm |
| Inches | 8 × 10 | 6 × 8 | 2 × 2 in |
| Centimetres | 20.3 × 25.4 | 15.2 × 20.3 | |
| Area | 0.0516 m², 51,613 mm² | 0.031 m², 30,968 mm² | 1.67× |
| Aspect ratio | 1 : 1.250 | 1 : 1.333 | 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 | 8R onto 6R | 6R onto 8R |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 25.4 mm (1 in) each side | 8R loses it | blank band |
| Height | 25.4 mm (1 in) each end | 8R 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:
| 6R to fit 8R | 125% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
|---|---|---|
| 8R to fit 6R | 75% | leaves a thin border on one pair of edges |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 8R bigger than 6R?
8R is bigger. It is 203.2 × 254 mm against 152.4 × 203.2 mm for 6R, about 1.67 times the area.
What is the difference between 8R and 6R?
8R is 50.8 mm wider and 50.8 mm taller than 6R. They are close but not interchangeable: a layout built for one clips or leaves a border on the other.
Can you print 6R on 8R?
Not at full size without a change. Shrink 6R to 125% to fit 8R, 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 8R and 6R pages. Differences and scale factors computed. Reviewed . Editorial Process →