Monitor for post processing
Feb 17, 2018 20:04:12 #
Keith S
Loc: Federal Way, Wa
Hi all,
I currently have a Mocrosoft Surface Pro 4 as my computer. Is anyone using a surface with an external monitor? I am looking for advise on a good external monitor for post processing. The surface screen is WAY to small.
Thanks in advance for your thoughtful advise.
I currently have a Mocrosoft Surface Pro 4 as my computer. Is anyone using a surface with an external monitor? I am looking for advise on a good external monitor for post processing. The surface screen is WAY to small.
Thanks in advance for your thoughtful advise.
Feb 17, 2018 20:59:06 #
Feb 17, 2018 21:33:16 #
Quoting “Mocrosoft Surface Pro 4” — I’m not sure Bill Gates likes people to “mock” his company’s products.
Feb 17, 2018 21:43:57 #
Depends on what you need. The Cintiq is a nice monitor, but it's main purpose is as a large tablet. I have one and it's only "OK" as a monitor IMO. For a really great monitor, try Eizo. I have this one:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1246464-REG/eizo_cs2420_bk_cnx_coloredge_cs2420_24_16_10.html
I run it side my side with my Cintiq and iMac 5K Retina and it's incredible. Perfect color and contrast, embarrasses the other two (OK, maybe not quite, but there is a difference).
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1246464-REG/eizo_cs2420_bk_cnx_coloredge_cs2420_24_16_10.html
I run it side my side with my Cintiq and iMac 5K Retina and it's incredible. Perfect color and contrast, embarrasses the other two (OK, maybe not quite, but there is a difference).
Feb 17, 2018 21:52:06 #
Feb 17, 2018 21:54:34 #
Keith S
Loc: Federal Way, Wa
Sometimes my "search and destroy". Method of typing sends out some crazy things.
Feb 18, 2018 13:30:17 #
df61743
Loc: Corpus Christi, TX
It looks like the graphics adapter on my Surface Pro only supports a maximum of 2160x1440 pixels, thus I would look for the largest diagonal size 2160x1440 screen your workspace permits. I would probably look for a 27" screen. There would be no point in buying a 4K monitor because the graphics adapter can't drive it. You would want to make sure the monitor has an HDMI input, and you have the right cable. It would be standard HDMI on the monitor and micro-HDMI on the Surface.
Feb 18, 2018 17:02:45 #
df61743
Loc: Corpus Christi, TX
I stand corrected, that's not A HDMI connection that is a Mini display port connection make sure the monitor has a display port connection and the cable has a Mini display port connection on the other end.
Feb 18, 2018 18:39:48 #
Keith S
Loc: Federal Way, Wa
Will do, good data to start my search with.
Thank you all for your input.
Thank you all for your input.
Feb 18, 2018 19:54:55 #
df61743
Loc: Corpus Christi, TX
Mine is a Surface Pro 3, and I just looked up the specs of a Surface Pro 4. It looks like the graphics adapter on your machine will support 2736x1824 at 267 PPI. Just in case you would like something higher resolution than 2160x1440.
Feb 18, 2018 21:50:36 #
Feb 18, 2018 22:56:17 #
df61743
Loc: Corpus Christi, TX
Yes... a 4K screen will work just fine. Except with the OP's graphics adapter it won't run at 4K (3480x2160). 2736x1824 is the best it will do, so perhaps the expense of a 4k monitor is not indicated. Just thought he might want to save a few bucks.
Feb 19, 2018 18:48:08 #
Keith S
Loc: Federal Way, Wa
I like the idea of a 4K TV, however it won't fit in the space required and they are a bit pricey.
Thanks for all your input. Now to use the data and make a purchase.
Thanks for all your input. Now to use the data and make a purchase.
Feb 20, 2018 22:10:36 #
woolpac
Loc: Sydney Australia
Have a look at the benq photo monitors 99% rgb and great value with the bonus of c type connection
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