Aspect Ratio: Why Your Prints Keep Getting Cropped

Ever wonder why your 8x10 prints look different than what you saw in your viewfinder? It’s all down to aspect ratio! Whether you’re shooting on a Nikon, Canon, or Sony, your camera has a "native shape" that doesn't always play nice with standard frames or Instagram feeds. In this guide, we’re breaking down the math (the easy way!), listing the print sizes that require zero cropping, and sharing my favorite Lightroom shortcuts to help you get the perfect crop every time.