Ilford MGW.1K 50.8 X 61.0cm 50 Vel

Ilford MGW.1K 50.8 x 61.0 cm 50 sheets | Make large photographic prints

For photographic prints with room to occupy the page, Ilford MGW.1K gives you a sheet measuring 50.8 x 61.0 cm, supplied in a 50-sheet quantity. That generous size suits photographers who want to work on larger prints rather than keep every image to a small format. It also gives you space to consider how the image sits on the sheet: a wide composition, a portrait orientation or a crop can each use the available area differently. The honest point is that these are sizeable sheets, so it’s worth having a clear idea of the print you want before you start. The product name is MGW.1K; the dimensions and quantity make the format easy to identify when you’re planning a print run or choosing paper for a particular image.

Making the most of the format

At 50.8 x 61.0 cm, this paper offers a substantially larger working area than a compact print sheet. The dimensions are useful when you’re laying out an image, since they give you a concrete boundary to work within. You can plan a print to use much of the sheet, or leave space around the image if that suits your presentation. The orientation can be chosen to match the photograph: the longer side can run vertically or horizontally, depending on the composition. Those are practical options made possible by the sheet size, rather than claims about a particular finish or look.

A 50-sheet quantity gives you multiple sheets to work through, whether you’re making several prints or refining an image over more than one attempt. The format is the defining detail here: this is Ilford photo paper for photographers who specifically need sheets measuring 50.8 x 61.0 cm. If that scale fits your print plan, the product name and dimensions make it straightforward to pick out.

Technical Specifications

• Product: Ilford MGW.1K
• Category: Photo paper
• Sheet size: 50.8 x 61.0 cm
• Quantity: 50 sheets
• Colour: Black