3:2 Aspect Ratio
3:2 originates from the 35mm film frame, which measures 36mm × 24mm — a 3:2 ratio. It remains the native ratio for most DSLR and mirrorless cameras, and maps directly to common print sizes such as 4×6 inches, 6×9 inches, and 12×18 inches.
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| Name | Width | Height | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6MP | 3,008 | 2,000 | Entry-level DSLR |
| 12MP | 4,272 | 2,848 | Mid-range DSLR (e.g., Canon 60D) |
| 24MP | 6,000 | 4,000 | Professional DSLR (e.g., Nikon D3200) |
| 36MP | 7,360 | 4,912 | High-resolution DSLR (e.g., Nikon D800) |
Where is 3:2 Used?
- →DSLR and mirrorless camera sensors
- →35mm film photography
- →4×6 and 6×9 inch prints
- →Photo book layouts
- →Professional portrait photography
CSS for 3:2
The CSS padding-bottom trick creates a responsive container that maintains a 3:2 aspect ratio:
Modern (CSS aspect-ratio)
aspect-ratio: 3 / 2;Legacy (padding-bottom hack)
padding-bottom: 66.6667%;Frequently Asked Questions
What print sizes match a 3:2 ratio?+
Standard 3:2 print sizes include 4×6 inches, 6×9 inches, 8×12 inches, 12×18 inches, and 20×30 inches. These print sizes will display your full image without cropping.
What is the 3:2 ratio in pixels?+
Any resolution where width ÷ height = 1.5 is a 3:2 ratio. Common examples: 3000×2000, 4500×3000, 6000×4000. Most DSLR cameras capture images natively at 3:2.
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