A10 vs. A6
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 8 key differences identified.
A10 is the smallest standardized paper size defined under ISO 216, measuring 26 × 37 mm (1.02 × 1.46 inches) with a surface area of 1/1024 square meter. It is standard for admission raffle ticket stubs, micro coupons, small security inspection stamps, and dental sample labels.
A6 is an ISO 216 standard paper size measuring 105 × 148 mm (4.13 × 5.83 inches), with a surface area of 1/64 square meter. Created by folding an A4 sheet into quarters, it is the worldwide postal standard for international picture postcards, pocket diaries, and point-of-sale receipt slips.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
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Width × Height (Metric)
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26 × 37 mm | 105 × 148 mm |
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Width × Height (Imperial)
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1.02 × 1.46 in | 4.13 × 5.83 in |
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Nominal Surface Area
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0.0009765625 m² (1/1024 m² — 962 mm²) | 0.015625 m² (1/64 m² — 15,625 mm²) |
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Exact Aspect Ratio
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1 : √2 (1 : 1.4142) | 1 : √2 (1 : 1.4142) |
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Weight of Standard 80 gsm Sheet
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0.078 grams | 1.25 grams |
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A4 Imposition Yield
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64 individual A10 pieces per single A4 master sheet | — |
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Status in ISO 216
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The absolute smallest formal size defined in the standard | — |
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Matching Postal Envelope
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— | C6 Envelope (114 × 162 mm) |
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Primary Applications
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— | International postcards, pocket notebooks (Field Notes style), thermal photo prints, lab sample tags |