I have bought frames with matt inserts and when i try to print some of my photos to suit i lose part of my image either side of my photo... when i select fit pic to frame this happens.... i can get the whole pic by not selecting this option but then the height not not fit my matt insert, it is too small..... feel embarrassed for even asking this but why does this happen and can i fix it ??? i really know nothing about printing and do' and don'ts...
I have mine printed and I stand over the printers to make sure they keep the ratios. Then I worry about framing later. Sorry I know that this is not much help, but I really don't know about printing at home. I'd love to work it out though
You have to allow for a bleed at the edge of your images - there will always be some slight cropping (I allow 4mm). It also helps to use the mm dimensions, rather than inches (inches are only approximate).
The issue is that your camera is probably not a "full frame" I believe that most non-professional digital camera's are not "full frame" I forget what they call it. But I have a Canon Rebel and to print a full image I have to print 4x6, 8x12, 16x24 and so on (ratio wise). If I want to print an 8x10 I either have to choose to allow the picture to be slightly cropped, or have an uneven border (wider on the long side). This of course is if you want to keep things in proportion. (I just learned all this recently, so don't be embarrassed cause I couldn't figure it out either! :-}
it's a PITA because most standard size frames come in 8x10, 11x14, 16x20 and so on. While 35mm cameras and DSLR cameras have an apsect ratio that would actually make your image full frame at something more like 8x12, 10x15, and 16x24. Some frame sellers are catching on though and it is easier than it used to be to find those frame/mat sizes these days. But you may have to order online or something to find them.
What @jennverr said with the caveat that many sensors have different aspect ratios. They are not only smaller, they are thicker or thinner proportionately.
so you need to find the closet paper ratio to your sensor. Also, as @jinximages it is good to have a small bleed (overlap) in your images. In other words, shoot just the teensiest bit wider than what you wish to print. sensor size comparison
@jinximages Hey no spanner, i think your advice about shooting a bit wider if i am in the mind for a print is a great idea....It's good to know what sort of allowance to have, thanks
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so you need to find the closet paper ratio to your sensor. Also, as @jinximages it is good to have a small bleed (overlap) in your images. In other words, shoot just the teensiest bit wider than what you wish to print.
sensor size comparison
http://daystarvisions.com/Docs/Tuts/Ratios/pg1.html