What monitor do you use for photo editing?
Aug 3, 2014 11:07:44 #
Mark7829
Loc: Calfornia
I think rather than listing brands and models, criteria is better
I like a large monitor, 30"
High resolution 2560x1600 or go 4k 3840x2160
High refresh greater than 60 mhz
Supports Adobe RGB at near 100%
IPS for greater viewing angles
Adjustment values by kelvin
Anti-glare coating
Low power consumption (big monitors are hot and burn power)
DVI, Displayport or Thunderbolt Connection
I like a large monitor, 30"
High resolution 2560x1600 or go 4k 3840x2160
High refresh greater than 60 mhz
Supports Adobe RGB at near 100%
IPS for greater viewing angles
Adjustment values by kelvin
Anti-glare coating
Low power consumption (big monitors are hot and burn power)
DVI, Displayport or Thunderbolt Connection
Aug 3, 2014 11:42:37 #
johneccles wrote:
I use an LG 23" IPS monitor, whatever you choose make sure it is an IPS (In Plane Switching) so that your viewing angle is wider.
The IPS type screens are fantastic. I just got an Acer Aspire R7 laptop that has a 15.6" IPS screen. The viewing angle is much wider than regular TN screens.
Aug 3, 2014 12:08:08 #
Regis wrote:
I use a 27" Samsung monitor (Costco) which gives me true color representation.
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YES....
I too make use of the exact same one as you, Regis. I did check the color and calibrate the monitor with the "ColorVision" Spyder 2.... And so far this matches my two printers .. (Canon pro 9000 Mark II-- and the Canon pro 100).
Aug 3, 2014 12:40:28 #
pahtspix wrote:
I've been using a VIEWSONIC VP2365-LED wide screen 23" IPS monitor..About $240 on AMAZON.GREAT bang for the buck!..Look up the many user reviews on Amazon's website. I've had to do no monitor calibration whatsoever.Very accurate color..3 year warranty..Excellent screen-to-print match right out of the box!
Eddie (pahtspix)
Eddie (pahtspix)
I bought 2 of these when they came out (and paid much more!)...the IPS capability is very important. I use two monitors (will never go back to *one*) in my desktop realm. These replaced two Samsungs which I liked and still use on another desktop. I'm into printing and use the I One system for calibration which helps the already excellent screen-to-print...but you are lucky Eddie if you don't have to calibrate...how many different papers do you work with?
Aug 3, 2014 12:52:25 #
Gene51 wrote:
I use a Dell U2413
I have the same monitor and am very satisfied. Monitor and printer (cheap Canon 350) reasonably matched. Using PSE 11 & LR 5.5.
Aug 3, 2014 13:27:36 #
Dan821 wrote:
I use a Dell UltraSharp U3011 30" Monitor, attached to a custom built desktop, and to my Macbook Pro when at home. It's not cheap, but gives true color and a lot of visual real estate for editing.
I have the same setup minus the custom-built desktop. It's heavenly. The new Mac Pro (looks like Darth Vader) is lightning quick, even on the most intensive Photoshop commands. The Dell Ultra Sharp U3011 is a professional graphics display and has rich, deep colors with minimum glare. (PC Magazine gave it their Best Monitor of the Year award.) You can stare at it all day and not feel any fatigue. Dell was selling them for $1500, but I bought mine from Newegg on Black Friday for $800, an amazing deal. If you get this combination, you'll need to buy a $100 cable for full 1080P resolution with a Mac. You don't need the cable with a PC.
Aug 3, 2014 14:02:14 #
Hi Folks, I find that the latest IPS ( Inter Plane Screen) are the best, not only is the resolution good but more importantly the image does NOT vary as one move one's eyes, ie. changing contrast and density. This make it so much easier to evaluate the image and make the correct adjustments in Photoshop or any other image manipulator.
I have a low cost HP Pavilion 23 xi. Around £130 British Pounds.
Old Jim in North London UK
I have a low cost HP Pavilion 23 xi. Around £130 British Pounds.
Old Jim in North London UK
Aug 3, 2014 14:47:27 #
Regis wrote:
I use a 27" Samsung monitor (Costco) which gives me true color representation.
I agree with Regis. The Samsung monitors are true and priced right. I have a 22" and a 20." Its a long story from an earlier experience, but their customer service(if needed) is TOP NOTCH. They are also easily calibrated if need be.
Aug 3, 2014 15:13:47 #
Wow!!!! Could you give one BRAND that has all or most of those qualifications?? Thanks.. Photoramone.
Aug 3, 2014 15:24:53 #
Re Charlie's question..
I use mostly Red River papers with an Epson 1400 with 3rd party Epson Claria Clones (Lyson XG), Matt, lustre high gloss and metallic..I have a 2nd 1400 with Archival Carbon inks from MIS fot B&W, and use Matte and lustre papers with that combination..
Eddie (pahtspix)
I use mostly Red River papers with an Epson 1400 with 3rd party Epson Claria Clones (Lyson XG), Matt, lustre high gloss and metallic..I have a 2nd 1400 with Archival Carbon inks from MIS fot B&W, and use Matte and lustre papers with that combination..
Eddie (pahtspix)
Aug 3, 2014 16:02:27 #
Racmanaz wrote:
I know it's tough trying to view photo's with correct lighting and color with laptop monitors. Do any of you use a separate monitor that has a more accurate representation of colors and lighting/exposures?
Calibrated 27" iMac.
--Bob
Aug 3, 2014 16:48:00 #
digit-up wrote:
Hey!!! S.S. But really...What monitor do you supp... (show quote)
Digit, Rac was probably kidding, but I wasn't.
Really, I looked at my monitor, it's a chaep little Acer. I measured it, it's almost 20" on the diagonal.
I really do feel that a big monitor is just a waste of space.
For me, the only thing that matters is what goes into my camera, and what goes onto the paper. I try to do and absolute minimum in between those two steps.
I suppose it's a pretty primitive approach, but so far I don't see a need for much else. I have absolutely no problem with the biggest and baddest, I just don't seem to currently have a use for it.
But I see that others are coming forth with a lot of valuable advice, for those that do get into it. ;-)
SS
Aug 3, 2014 17:15:00 #
SharpShooter, Thanks for your response. I've seen a few folks that are quite happy with their 21in. Samsungs. That is plenty big for me. I don't know "how many BIT, But I only know a small "bit" on any of it. DIGIT-UP
Aug 3, 2014 17:16:07 #
Mark7829
Loc: Calfornia
SharpShooter wrote:
Digit, Rac was probably kidding, but I wasn't. br... (show quote)
We'll I can certainly understand, if it works for you and you like what you get it is fine.
But, of all the peripherals you can spend your money on, the monitor should be right at the top. If you get a good one, it will last you a very very long time (by electronic standards). It will last you longer than your computer (perhaps even several) and that goes for anything inside it, and anything around it including keyboard, mouse and printer. It is the only interface between you and your work. If is sharp, calibrated and matches what you photographed, the less time you are going to spend in post. If it can help you spot issues before you invest in a big printout and that costly link, it will pay for itself.
So why not make it a good investment? Again, it it works for you no need to bother, just something to consider. I bought my first computer in 1978 and have built at least 12 from scratch. ( maybe more , I can't remember them all)
Aug 3, 2014 17:26:44 #
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