2:1
Displays a ratio slightly wider than 16:9 but not as wide as 2.35:1.
1.85:1
Displays another common flat widescreen cinema aspect ratio. This ratio is slightly wider than HDTV
1.78:1 but not as wide as 2.39:1.
16:9
Displays a 1.78:1 aspect ratio compatible with 16:9 HD television and computer screens. This ratio is
most commonly used for HD broadcasting and online videos. The same aspect ratio has also been
adopted for Ultra HD broadcasting.
14:9
Displays a 14:9 aspect ratio used by some television broadcasters as a compromise between 16:9 and
4:3 television sets. Ideally, both 16:9 and 4:3 footage remains legible when center cropped to fit 14:9.
You can use this as a compositional guide if you know your project may be broadcast by a television
station that uses 14:9 cropping.
4:3
Displays the 4:3 aspect ratio compatible with SD television screens, or to help with framing when
using 2x anamorphic adapters.
1:1
Displays a 1:1 ratio slightly narrower than 4:3. This square ratio is growing in popularity on social media.
4:5
Displays a 4:5 aspect ratio. This vertical aspect ratio is ideal for portraits and viewing on smartphones.
Custom Frame Guide Ratio
To create your own frame guide ratio for a unique appearance, tap on the ratio displayed between
the arrow buttons. On the 'custom frameguide' screen tap the backspace button to delete the current
ratio, then use the numeric keypad to specify a new ratio. Tap 'update' to apply your custom frame
guide ratio and return to shooting.
Use the numeric keypad on the 'custom frame guide' screen to enter a new
guide ratio
Touchscreen Controls
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