E8
55 mm
78 mm
What Size Is E8 Paper?
E8, part of the D/E/F/G Series under the Swedish Paper Sizes group, measures 55 x 78 mm, which is 5.5 x 7.8 cm or approximately 2.17 x 3.07 inches. It follows the SIS 01 47 11 specification and has an area of approximately 42.9 cm².
E8 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
Paper Series
D/E/F/G Series
Standard
SIS 01 47 11
Width
55 mm
Height
78 mm
Area
42.9 cm²
Aspect Ratio
1:1.418
Previous Size
E7
Next Size
E9
E8 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 55 mm | 78 mm |
| Centimeters | 5.5 cm | 7.8 cm |
| Inches | 2.17 in | 3.07 in |
| Feet | 0.18 ft | 0.26 ft |
| Meters | 0.055 m | 0.078 m |
| Points | 156 pt | 221 pt |
| Picas | 13.0 pc | 18.4 pc |
What Is E8 Paper Used For?
Academic Printing
This size was part of Sweden's extended SIS format, historically used for dissertations and specialty printing.
Design and Layout
Designers and print professionals use E8 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
E8 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
E8 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in E8 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
E8 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.
Related D/E/F/G Series Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E8 size in inches?
E8 measures approximately 2.17 x 3.07 inches.
What is E8 size in centimeters?
E8 measures 5.5 x 7.8 cm.
What is E8 size in millimeters?
E8 measures 55 x 78 mm.
What is E8 size in pixels?
At 300 DPI, E8 is approximately 651 x 921 pixels.
Is E8 bigger than E9?
Yes. E8 is larger in area than E9 in the Swedish Paper Sizes series.