Aspect Ratio Calculator
Calculate and convert aspect ratios for images and videos. Find ratios like 16:9, 4:3, 1:1. Resize while maintaining proportions.
Calculate Aspect Ratio
Resize Calculator
Enter a new width or height to calculate the other dimension while maintaining the aspect ratio.
Common Aspect Ratios
Widescreen - Standard for HD video, monitors, and TVs
Classic - Traditional TV and computer monitors
Square - Perfect for social media profile pictures
Ultrawide - Cinematic displays and ultrawide monitors
Vertical - Mobile videos, Stories, Reels, TikTok
Photography - Standard DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Univisium - Netflix recommended for mobile viewing
Large Format - Older monitors and 8x10 prints
How to Use the Aspect Ratio Calculator
- Enter the width and height of your image or video
- The calculator instantly shows the simplified aspect ratio (e.g., 16:9)
- Use the resize calculator to find new dimensions that maintain the ratio
- Click any preset to quickly load common aspect ratios
- Copy the results with one click
What is Aspect Ratio?
Aspect ratio is the proportional relationship between the width and height of an image, video, or screen. It is typically expressed as two numbers separated by a colon (e.g., 16:9). The aspect ratio determines how content will appear on different displays and is crucial for photography, videography, web design, and UI development.
Common Aspect Ratios Explained
- 16:9 - The widescreen standard used for HD and 4K video, computer monitors, and modern TVs
- 4:3 - The classic aspect ratio for older TVs and standard definition content
- 1:1 - Square format, popular on Instagram and for profile pictures
- 21:9 - Ultra-widescreen for cinematic content and gaming monitors
- 9:16 - Vertical video format for TikTok, Instagram Stories, and YouTube Shorts
- 3:2 - Common in photography, used by many DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Use Cases
- Calculate the correct dimensions for responsive web images
- Resize photos while maintaining their original proportions
- Determine video export settings for different platforms
- Design mockups for various screen sizes
- Convert between portrait and landscape orientations
- Works entirely in your browser - no data is sent to any server
Video Platform Aspect Ratios
- YouTube - 16:9 (standard), 9:16 (Shorts)
- Instagram - 1:1 (feed), 4:5 (portrait), 9:16 (Stories/Reels)
- TikTok - 9:16 (vertical)
- Twitter/X - 16:9 (landscape), 1:1 (square)
- Facebook - 16:9 (video), 1.91:1 (link preview)
- LinkedIn - 16:9 (video), 1.91:1 (articles)