ISO 1008-1992 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 1008:1992 — Photography — Paper dimensions — Pictorial sheets. Specifies nominal sizes and aim dimensions (with cutting tolerances) for photographic papers supplied in sheets for pictorial use, and provides a method for checking squareness of sheets and straightness of edges; also establishes package‑marking rules.

Abstract

This International Standard defines sheet sizes, target dimensions and cutting tolerances for black‑and‑white and colour photographic papers used for pictorial prints (negative/positive and reversal processes). It includes a method to check sheet squareness and edge straightness and gives rules for marking packages. Metric units are primary; some historical inch sizes may be referenced for context. The standard excludes papers intended specifically for graphic arts and other special uses.

General information

• Status: Withdrawn (superseded).
• Publication date: January 1992 (commonly cited as 23 January 1992).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 37.040.20 — Photographic paper, films and plates; cartridges.
• Edition / version: Edition 2 (1992).
• Number of pages: 3.

Scope

Applies to unprocessed photographic papers supplied in sheet form for pictorial use (amateur, commercial and portrait photography). It sets out nominal sheet sizes and aim dimensions, permissible cutting tolerances, a practical method to verify squareness and edge straightness, and requirements for package marking. The standard does not apply to papers for graphic arts, photocomposition or certain specialised documentary reproduction uses.

Key topics and requirements

• Nominal sheet sizes and target (aim) dimensions for pictorial photographic papers.
• Permissible cutting tolerances for sheet dimensions.
• Method/procedure to check squareness of sheets (90° corners) and straightness of edges.
• Package marking rules to identify sheet size and relevant information.
• Primary use of metric units; inclusion of older inch sizes for historical context where applicable.
• Exclusion criteria for special‑use papers (graphic arts, photocomposition, etc.).

Typical use and users

Manufacturers and converters of photographic paper, photographic processing laboratories, professional and commercial photographers, quality‑control and inspection personnel, purchasing/specification writers in photographic supply companies, and standards/technical committees working on imaging and photographic materials.

Related standards

Superseded and revised by ISO 1008:2025 (new edition covering unprocessed photographic papers — sheet dimensions). Normative references historically cited with ISO 1008:1992 include basic measurement and conditioning standards such as ISO 1 (standard reference temperature for industrial length measurements) and ISO 554 (standard atmospheres for conditioning and/or testing). It is part of the body of ISO/TC 42 photography standards governing imaging materials and dimensions.

Keywords

photographic paper, sheet dimensions, pictorial sheets, cutting tolerances, squareness, edge straightness, package marking, silver‑halide paper, ISO/TC 42.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 1008:1992 is an International Standard that specified nominal sizes, aim dimensions and cutting tolerances for photographic papers supplied in sheets for pictorial use, plus methods for checking squareness and straightness and rules for package marking.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers sheet sizes and dimensional tolerances for black‑and‑white and colour photographic papers used for pictorial printing, the procedure to verify sheet squareness and edge straightness, and package‑marking requirements. It excludes papers intended for graphic arts and other specialised uses.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Photographic paper manufacturers, converters, processing labs, photographers (commercial and studio), quality inspectors, procurement/specification writers, and standards committees for imaging materials.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 1008:1992 has been withdrawn and superseded by a later edition, ISO 1008:2025 (the revised international standard covering unprocessed photographic papers — sheet dimensions). The 1992 edition is no longer the current active standard for specifying sheet dimensions.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes. ISO 1008 has previously existed in earlier editions (for example 1973 and 1992) and is maintained within the portfolio of ISO/TC 42 photography standards; the series continued with a revised edition published as ISO 1008:2025.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Photographic paper, sheet dimensions, pictorial sheets, cutting tolerances, squareness, edge straightness, package marking, silver‑halide paper.