Choosing the right photography backdrop size depends on what you’re shooting. We break down what size you really need and how larger backdrops give you more flexibility when creating consistent product imagery.
If you’ve got the space, our larger size backdrops are the way to go when you need seamless, pro results. If you’re building a bigger set, our A0 (120 x 84 cm (4.0 x 2.8 ft)) and XL (150 x 101 cm (5 x 3.3 ft)) backdrops open up a whole new level of creative flexibility.
Our extra thick non-glare vinyl makes it super simple to set up an infinity curve. Although curves can be set up with smaller sizes, it is very useful to have more backdrop when working with a curve (or scoop, as they’re sometimes called). Infinity curves can save tons of editing, as you won’t need to heal or clone those distracting joins and shadows in post.
Nick Millward set up a mini scoop with our A0 Pistachio backdrop to shoot this simple seafood pasta.
A bit of extra width and height can make camera angles so much easier. When there’s too little background to work with, you often need to move the camera closer to the subject, which can cause slight distortion. With more negative space in play, it’s easier to get scale accurate and achieve a nice compressed depth of field.
A bit of extra surface also means you're not checking to see if a bit of the wall has crept into the frame. And there's no need to spend time using AI generative to add some more canvas area in Photoshop.
Larger backdrops are super versatile. XL is the ideal size for for studio headshots and also looks great behind video podcast sets. They can even double-up as flooring!
Nick used an Encanto XL backdrop to create a classic tiled floor effect on his set for Channel 4 Sunday Brunch
Large sizes also come in handy if you’re designing a wider tablescape with lots of props, like this delicious fish and chip scene, styled and shot on our Jahara backdrop by cookbook author and photographer Peter Wiesemann
