Chances are, you’re watching everything in the standard 16:9 aspect ratio.
In the early 2000s, a new aspect ratio format became standard all over the world. The 16:9 aspect ratio had been a long time coming, with scientists and manufacturers changing TV screens, computer monitors, and even the phone industry changing because of it. But what does 16:9 mean? And how did the aspect ratio become the standard everywhere?
Today, we’re going to define the 16:9 aspect ratio, talk about its history and use, and show how filmmakers utilize it today. Sound good? Let’s get started.
Author: Jason Hellerman
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
