Film Aspect Ratio Calculator
Here’s a table with common film aspect ratios, their usage, and typical applications:
| Aspect Ratio | Description | Ratio (Width:Height) | Common Uses | Film Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:3 | Standard for older TV and early cinema | 1.33:1 | Early television, standard definition TV, classic films | Early TV & Cinema |
| 16:9 | Standard for high-definition TV and modern cinema | 1.78:1 | HD TV, streaming platforms, contemporary films | TV, Modern Cinema |
| 1.85:1 | Widescreen aspect ratio for cinema | 1.85:1 | Common in feature films, often used in Hollywood | Cinematic Widescreen |
| 2.35:1 / 2.39:1 | Cinematic anamorphic widescreen | 2.35:1 or 2.39:1 | Epic films, big-budget blockbusters, wide cinematic shots | Anamorphic Cinema |
| 2.76:1 | Ultra Panavision 70 | 2.76:1 | Rare, used in select films like Ben-Hur (1959) | Special Cinematic Widescreen |
| 1.33:1 | Similar to 4:3 but used for some films | 1.33:1 | Old-school 35mm film, some animation, archival footage | Classic Film/Archival |
| 1.66:1 | European widescreen ratio | 1.66:1 | Used in some European films, notably French cinema | European Cinema |
| 1.85:1 | Standard Widescreen for 35mm film | 1.85:1 | Most Hollywood films in the 20th century | Cinematic Widescreen |
| CinemaScope | Anamorphic widescreen | 2.35:1 | Early CinemaScope films, widescreen epics | Cinematic Widescreen |
| Super 35mm | Anamorphic and non-anamorphic formats | 1.78:1 – 2.39:1 | Used for various cinema formats, offers flexibility | Non-anamorphic cinema |
Key Points:
- 1.33:1 (4:3): Older TV and early films.
- 1.78:1 (16:9): HD TV, most modern content, streaming.
- 1.85:1: Common for modern theatrical releases.
- 2.35:1 (2.39:1): Used for epic films and big screen releases.
- 2.76:1: Ultra-widescreen, used in specific films like Ben-Hur.