Looking for Computer Monitor for Editing Photo's (and video) - Good and Inexpensive?
Nov 20, 2019 12:38:41 #
assman
Loc: Grand Rapids, MI
I purchased a Dell U2718Q 27" Monitor from Costco. For me it was a BIG step up from what I had at a price I could tell the wife.
Nov 20, 2019 13:07:52 #
assman wrote:
I purchased a Dell U2718Q 27" Monitor from Costco. For me it was a BIG step up from what I had at a price I could tell the wife.
Excellent monitor. I have it also and will get a second one
Nov 20, 2019 13:39:06 #
If you editing software supports it, you should also look at 10 bit HDR (HDR10 or HDR10+). It will give you "higher maximum luminance and use at least a 10-bit dynamic range". Latest version of Affinity Photo can take advantage of HDR monitors. But... they won't be cheap (yet).
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-dynamic-range_video
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-dynamic-range_video
Nov 20, 2019 14:07:33 #
I have a Viewsonic VP2458, lists for $199.99 on Amazon, that I am quite pleased with. It is a 24" monitor, because that is all the space I have. And is IPS technology. Has VGA, HDMI, and DisplayPort interfaces. It can also automagically display portrait or landscape simply by rotating it on the stand.
Nov 20, 2019 15:03:06 #
Jiffster wrote:
I guess a better way to frame my question would have been:
What's some monitors I should consider that would produce good results (not for commercial business) that are at the lower cost spectrum for their class?
or
What's the lowest cost monitors you would recommend?
Some good info here as well for me to consider. Appreciate the advice.
What's some monitors I should consider that would produce good results (not for commercial business) that are at the lower cost spectrum for their class?
or
What's the lowest cost monitors you would recommend?
Some good info here as well for me to consider. Appreciate the advice.
Going those parameters, the Asus PA248Q (around $280) is a pretty decent choice.
Nov 20, 2019 16:02:26 #
Nov 20, 2019 16:02:48 #
I was just going to suggest the Asus! I got mine through Amazon for $240 maybe 18 months ago. Purpose built for photo-editing, factory calibrated. I would suggest considering 27 inches though. I use LR and it eats real estate with the various panels (all four sides). I just close three of the panels, but ...
Nov 20, 2019 16:21:59 #
Siemienczuk wrote:
I was just going to suggest the Asus! I got mine through Amazon for $240 maybe 18 months ago. Purpose built for photo-editing, factory calibrated. I would suggest considering 27 inches though. I use LR and it eats real estate with the various panels (all four sides). I just close three of the panels, but ...
The PA248 has 7 different screen settings 2 of which are "user" modes. One of those I use for everyday browsing with the brightness turned down to give my eyes a break. Of the other available screens one is labeled "Standard" I calibrate the standard screen and keep the brightness turned down for images destined for printing. Another screen is a sRGB mode which is great for judging images for web use.. No it won't give you a full Adobe RGB gamut but neither the web nor my printer will either so, I don't think that it matters all that much for hobbyist use.
Nov 20, 2019 16:30:56 #
Nov 20, 2019 17:01:39 #
I bought this 4K monitor (i edit 4K video) and must say for the price I’m impressed. Has good reviews on YouTube too.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07JXCR263?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07JXCR263?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Nov 20, 2019 17:06:22 #
B4 u throw money at monitors, fully recognize that the color, etc is being handled by the video card.....Monitors just display what the video card sends them. Determine ur needs, is this a family PC I.e....young folks doing gaming?..Once you determine a quality video card, are your pictures raw imaging vs jpg or tiff?... do u have enough memory to adequately handle the amount of transactions? As I am primary user of my PC and my photography is centered on 3 specialties, auto road racing (credentialed)lighthouse & rocket launches (credentialed), the video card selection was simplistic, I upgrade to 2 25 inch View Sonic monitors as my old monitor was 8 years old and not capable of the SVGA needs etc...Again, the video card is the most important selection
Nov 20, 2019 17:12:33 #
My Dell Ultra Sharpe 27 inch screen is and has been excellent for photo editing.
Nov 20, 2019 17:57:46 #
GLSmith wrote:
B4 u throw money at monitors, fully recognize that... (show quote)
I believe that for photo processing (not video) any of today's basic graphics cards with 2G memory will get the job done. You don't need a super gamer's card for still image work, the graphics in gaming "move'. In other words the image has to refresh incredibly fast for games and that requires a different breed of video card, the image hardly ever has to refresh at all for photos until you make a change. That aside, assume the OP has a decent photo processing set up, what monitor would you suggest?
Nov 20, 2019 18:02:12 #
Jiffster wrote:
I'm hoping to find a computer monitor that is good for editing photos and video at a low cost - if possible.
I want to use 2 of them and I'm estimating the size I will want is 24".
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I want to use 2 of them and I'm estimating the size I will want is 24".
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
I have been using the Viewsonic 2012wb for ten years now. It's a great 20" lcd monitor. They probably have a newer mdodel out now for less than $200.
Nov 20, 2019 18:15:19 #
blue-ultra wrote:
You are shopping at a good time as Black Friday deals are everywhere.
If you are willing to settle for a 27 in there are may available for a decent price. I would look for a IPS monitor. As it would have LCD image with LED backlighting. this is the best for working with photographs IMHO. I just bought one on Amazon for 129.00. I do want a second one but I will have to wait. BTW do not go the TV route, you will be disappointed, again IMHO.
Bob
If you are willing to settle for a 27 in there are may available for a decent price. I would look for a IPS monitor. As it would have LCD image with LED backlighting. this is the best for working with photographs IMHO. I just bought one on Amazon for 129.00. I do want a second one but I will have to wait. BTW do not go the TV route, you will be disappointed, again IMHO.
Bob
I recently got this one from Costco and I’m very happy with it, 27” IPS and I calibrated it with a ColorMunki display. It’s really made a difference when I order prints.
LG 27" Class IPS 1080p FHD Monitor
https://www.costco.com/lg-27%22-class-ips-1080p-fhd-monitor.product.100424393.html
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