Photo Book Size Guide: How To Choose The Right Photo Album Dimensions
Because your memories are waiting to be enjoyed!
If you’ve ever been scratching your head wondering “What photo album size is right for me?” you’re in the right place! When it comes to capturing memories, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—and that’s the beauty of Chatbooks! Whether you’re documenting a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, capturing baby’s first year, or reliving everyday moments, you’ll find the perfect photo book, right here. Check out the breakdown below so you can choose the right size and style for any occasion!
Get the scoop on Chatbooks’ photo book sizes and what they’re perfect for with this photo book dimension and size guide:
The MVP of photo books. These versatile sizes work for everything—birthdays, vacations, milestones, or even just because! Available in soft and hardcover, they’re timeless, easy to create, and perfect for gifting or displaying in your home.
Classic Photo Books are available in the following dimensions sizes:
- 6x6"
- 8x8"
- 10x10"
These are your go-to for summarizing a whole year of memories! Yearbooks let you organize and print your photos month by month, so you’ll never forget the little moments that made your year magical.
Yearbooks come in the following sizes:
- Softcover: 6x6" or 8x8"
- Hardcover: 6x6", 8x8", or 10x10"
Perfect for the really special moments in life. Think weddings, graduations, or professional family photo shoots. The thick, durable pages lay flat for seamless spreads that do your best shots justice.
Luxury Layflats are available in 10x10” hardcover.
Perfect for capturing everyday life. With 4, 6, or 12 books a year, you can keep up with all those little moments that make your family life so special.
Monthbooks hold 30-60 pages and are available in hardcover and softcover in the following sizes:
- 5x7"
- 6x6"
- 8x8"
Yes, they are as adorable as they sound. Durable, kid-friendly photo books with rounded edges make these the perfect books for little hands to enjoy. Plus, you’ll get one delivered every month!
Monthly Minis are 5x5” softcover photo books.
Have lots of professional shots? Go for a larger size like a 10x10" Luxury Layflat, ready to display on your coffee table! Capturing everyday moments? 5x7” Monthbooks will do the trick—the perfect size for displaying vertical iPhone photos. Want to remember a family vacation with a mix of phone and camera photos? A 6x6" or 8x8" Classic Photo Book may be the way to go. There’s a photo book for every type of photo.
Vertical photos work well in smaller books, like Monthly Minis or Monthbooks. Horizontal shots shine in larger ones like Layflats or 10x10” Classic Photo Books. Plus, you can always crop your photos to make sure they fit just right.
The easiest rule of thumb when printing a photo book and considering standard picture book sizes is:
- Big celebrations = Big books!
- Everyday moments = Smaller, softer options.
For Luxury Layflats and Classic Photo Books think: birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, weddings, photo shoots, and vacations.
For Monthly Minis and Monthbooks think: morning snuggles, cute pictures of your dog, sunset walks, and family game nights.
Once you’ve picked the right type of photo book, it’s time to personalize your book. You can customize it as much or as little as you want!
Softcovers are lightweight and flexible and take up less space on your shelves. Hardcovers feel polished and sturdy—perfect for gifting or showcasing on your coffee table. It’s a win/win either way!
Have fun perusing the hundreds of exclusive designer covers by designers like Rifle Paper Co., Chris Loves Julia, Ampersand, and more to help make your memories pop. Choose from bold florals, fun patterns, or something trendy to make your photo book uniquely yours.
There’s so much you can do with Chatbooks photo books to relive your memories exactly as they happened. Add captions to remember every detail, keep a story all on one page by adding a collage page, and add a text page when a caption just isn’t enough. You can also rearrange the order of your photos and add the date and location to your pages to make them extra memorable.
Whether you’re creating a photo book for a special moment or printing your family’s everyday adventures, Chatbooks makes it easy to find the perfect size, style, and vibe. It only takes a few minutes to get started creating your perfect photo book today.
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