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Glossary · Cinematography

Aspect ratio

The ratio of an image's width to its height, such as 1.37:1, 1.85:1 or 2.39:1.

The ratio of an image's width to its height, such as 1.37:1, 1.85:1 or 2.39:1.

The Academy ratio (1.37:1) was standard in the sound era until the early 1950s. Widescreen formats followed, with 1.85:1 for most films and 2.39:1 anamorphic widescreen for epics.

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