Portrait and landscape
In portrait orientation, A2 measures 42 × 59.4 cm. Rotate it by 90 degrees and the measurements swap for landscape orientation: 59.4 × 42 cm .
A2 Print Size: 42 × 59.4 cm
A2 gives artwork noticeably more wall presence than A3 while remaining practical for many bedrooms, living rooms, hallways and home offices. This guide gives you the exact measurements, pixel dimensions, framing basics and a practical way to compare A2 with other common art sizes.
A2 dimensions
42 × 59.4 cm
Portrait: 42 × 59.4 cm. Landscape: 59.4 × 42 cm.
Millimetres
420 × 594 mm
Centimetres
42 × 59.4 cm
Approx. inches
16.54 × 23.39 inches
300 DPI
4961 × 7016 pixels
A2 dimensions and print resolution
Pixels for printing
At 300 DPI, use approximately 4961 × 7016 pixels . At 150 DPI, use approximately 2480 × 3508 pixels .
What frame size fits A2?
For an unmounted A2 print, look for a frame designed for 420 × 594 mm artwork. If you use a mount, the frame needs to be larger than A2 and the mount opening should match the artwork dimensions.
Frame manufacturers may describe product sizes differently, so check whether the stated measurement refers to the artwork opening, mount opening or outside frame dimensions.
How does A2 look on a wall?
A2 can work well as a single statement print on a modest wall or above smaller furniture. Whether it is large enough above a sofa or bed depends on the furniture width and the amount of surrounding wall space.
If you are choosing artwork for a specific sofa, bed or wall, use the Art For My Room size calculator to compare the artwork with your actual measurements.
A4 vs A3 vs A2 vs A1
The ISO A-series makes comparison straightforward. Each step toward a smaller number gives you a substantially larger sheet while keeping the same proportions.
A2 print size questions
What size is A2 in centimetres?
A2 measures 42 × 59.4 cm in portrait orientation.
What size is A2 in millimetres?
A2 measures 420 × 594 mm.
What size is A2 in inches?
A2 is approximately 16.54 × 23.39 inches.
What resolution is best for an A2 print?
For printing at 300 DPI, A2 is approximately 4961 × 7016 pixels. At 150 DPI it is approximately 2480 × 3508 pixels.
Compare art print sizes
Move between the guides to compare dimensions, pixels and framing before choosing your artwork.
Choose art for the wall, not just the paper size
Calculate a suitable artwork size from your own measurements, browse A3 prints, or use Room Match to discover artwork that suits your space.