Sothink video maker: 16x9 vs 4x3

[chadman]

When it comes to burning DVDs that will play in my DVD player I use Sothink Video Maker. It makes it simple for me...I just put the desired video files on the list, create my menu (which I've gotten really good at, with movie poster backgrounds and soundtrack music), then click "Burn". One question I have...I can change the aspect from 16x9 to 4x3. What I want to know is, if it is an older movie, like one made and released before widescreen was an option, would I be better swithing to 4x3?
Any info would help!
Thanks,
Chadman

[hello_hello]

If the video itself is 4:3, then using a 4:3 aspect ratio would be the way to go. If you use 16:9 then black bars will have to be added to the sides and you're not using the full resolution of the DVD for the video. For 16:9 or wider aspect ratios, naturally 16:9 would be better.

[johns0]

chadman-please do not crosspost,one thread is enough.This thread is closed.