Guide to Aspect Ratios
Understanding aspect ratios is crucial for creating images that fit their intended use. Each ratio has specific applications and advantages.
Available Aspect Ratios
Square (1:1)
Perfect for social media posts, profile pictures
Instagram Posts, Profile Pictures, Product Photos
Dimensions: 640x640
a professional headshot portrait photo, centered composition
Tall Portrait (4:5)
Optimal for Instagram timeline photos
Instagram Feed, Fashion Photography
Dimensions: 640x800
a fashion model in a studio setting, three quarter view
Classic Portrait (2:3)
Traditional portrait photography ratio
Portrait Photography, Book Covers
Dimensions: 640x960
an elegant portrait photo with dramatic lighting
Classic Landscape (3:2)
Traditional landscape photography ratio
Landscape Photography, General Photography
Dimensions: 960x640
a serene landscape with mountains and a lake at sunset
Mobile Portrait (9:16)
Perfect for mobile-first content
Instagram Stories, TikTok, Phone Wallpapers
Dimensions: 720x1280
a vertical cityscape view with tall skyscrapers
Extended Portrait (4:7)
Extended vertical format
Mobile Banners, Vertical Posters
Dimensions: 640x1120
a tall architectural photo of a modern building
Large Format (5:4)
Traditional large format photography ratio
Fine Art Photography, Prints
Dimensions: 800x640
a still life composition with flowers and fruits
Widescreen (16:9)
Standard widescreen format
YouTube Thumbnails, Desktop Wallpapers
Dimensions: 1280x720
a cinematic panorama of a city skyline at night
Wide Landscape (7:4)
Extended landscape format
Panoramic Photography, Web Banners
Dimensions: 1120x640
a wide panoramic view of a beach at sunset
Best Practices
Pro Tip:
Consider your platform's requirements when choosing an aspect ratio. Social media platforms often have specific ratio requirements for optimal display.
Social Media
Use 1:1 for feed posts, 9:16 for stories and reels, 4:5 for Instagram timeline photos.
Photography
3:2 and 4:3 are traditional photography ratios, while 16:9 works well for cinematic shots and landscapes.
Web Content
Consider 16:9 for website headers, 1:1 for thumbnails, and vertical ratios like 9:16 for mobile-optimized content.