Blu-ray vs IMAX & Open Matte Resolution Aspect Ratio Differences
When movies get released on Blu-ray, they usually only release the Blu-ray Standard version 2.39:1 (21:9). IMAX version of movies are usually released after or on a special edition box. IMAX Blu-ray versions usually comes in 1.78:1 (16:9) and IMAX digital versions are 1.9:1 (19:10).
Aspect Ratio ---------- Users ------------------------- TVs
4:3 (1.33:1) ------------ Standard Channels ---- Old TVs
16:9 (1.77:1) ---------- HD Channels -------------- Most TVs today
21:9 (2.35:1) ---------- Most movies -------------- Most theaters today
14:10 (1.4:1) ---------- IMAX Film ------------------ Very few theaters
19:10 (1.9:1) ---------- IMAX Digital --------------- Most IMAX theaters
So when buying a Blu-ray discs, if you want the full experience and resolution, buy the one that includes the IMAX resolution. They usually release it with 3D Blu-rays and deluxe editions.
Look for #IMAX #Bluray #OpenMatte and learn more about different video resolutions.