Other metric series
DIN D12 paper size
DIN D12 measures 13 x 18 mm (0.51 x 0.71 in). Part of the Other metric series.
13 x 18millimetres
0.51 x 0.71inches
154 x 213pixels @ 300 dpi
Dimensions in every unit
| Unit | Width x height |
|---|---|
| Millimetres | 13 x 18 mm |
| Centimetres | 1.3 x 1.8 cm |
| Inches (decimal) | 0.512 x 0.709 in |
| Inches (fraction) | 1/2 x 11/16 in |
| Points (1/72 in) | 36.9 x 51 pt |
| Picas | 3.07 x 4.25 pc |
Pixel dimensions by resolution
| Resolution | Pixels | Megapixels |
|---|---|---|
| 72 dpi | 37 x 51 px | 0 MP |
| 96 dpi | 49 x 68 px | 0 MP |
| 150 dpi | 77 x 106 px | 0 MP |
| 200 dpi | 102 x 142 px | 0 MP |
| 300 dpi | 154 x 213 px | 0 MP |
| 600 dpi | 307 x 425 px | 0.1 MP |
300 dpi is the usual target for printed photos and artwork; 72–96 dpi is screen resolution.
Document size with bleed
| Bleed | Millimetres | Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 3 mm bleed (each side) | 19 x 24 mm | 0.748 x 0.945 in |
| 0.125 in bleed (each side) | 19.4 x 24.4 mm | 0.762 x 0.959 in |
How many DIN D12 fit on a press sheet
| Sheet | Without bleed | With 3 mm bleed |
|---|---|---|
| A4 | 256-up | 132-up |
| Letter | 240-up | 121-up |
Simple grid imposition with no gutters or gripper margin; real layouts may fit fewer.
Envelopes for DIN D12
| Fold | Folded size | Envelopes that fit |
|---|---|---|
| Unfolded | 13 x 18 mm | C10 envelope, C9 envelope |
| Folded in half | 9 x 13 mm | C10 envelope, C9 envelope |
| Folded in thirds | 6 x 13 mm | C10 envelope, C9 envelope |
This size is listed in the Wikipedia article on paper sizes under “German original”. Historic and regional sizes can vary between sources and mills.
Similar sizes
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of DIN D12?
DIN D12 is 13 x 18 mm, which is 0.51 x 0.71 in (1/2 x 11/16 in).
How many pixels is DIN D12 at 300 DPI?
154 x 213 pixels at 300 dpi, or 77 x 106 at 150 dpi.
Sources & data
- Listed in the Wikipedia article “Paper size” (CC BY-SA 4.0).