2:1 Aspect Ratio

2:1 is a wide panoramic ratio where the width is exactly twice the height. It is used for scenic panoramic photography, web page hero banners, and certain social media headers. It sits between 16:9 widescreen and true cinematic ratios.

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Common 2:1 Dimensions

NameWidthHeightCommon Use
Web Banner1,200600Standard web banner, OG image
HD Banner2,0001,000High-resolution web hero image
Panoramic4,0002,000Panoramic photography

Where is 2:1 Used?

  • Panoramic landscape photography
  • Website hero banners and headers
  • 360° photo cropping
  • Email newsletter headers
  • Digital signage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 2:1 and 16:9?+
A 2:1 ratio (2.0:1) is wider than 16:9 (1.78:1). A 2:1 image is more panoramic — for example, 2000×1000 pixels versus 1920×1080 at 16:9. 2:1 has more horizontal space relative to its height.

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