What Video Dimensions should I use?
by Shane Sveller
1. I have specific requirements due to how the video will be published
1.1. The video needs to be embedded in a web page with only a certain amount of space available
1.2. I'm using a hosting service with strict requirements on dimensions
1.3. I'm displaying the video on a TV or other display of a particular size
1.4. I have file size constraints due to how the video will be hosted or published
1.5. I want to distribute my video on a DVD for TV viewing
2. I want my content to be viewable on mobile devices
3. My content is a presentation or something else that is primarily on-screen text
4. I prioritize visual quality/clarity over any other consideration
4.1. Recording = Editing = Production
5. I collaborate with other content creators on my project, who may be using another product entirely
6. I use a fixed size or consistent aspect ratio in all of my recordings or source files
7. My recordings or source files frequently vary in size or proportion