Monitors
Dec 19, 2011 22:33:58 #
Hello- I would really like a bigger monitor, 28" would be great. The better names (La Clie, etc) don't make any that big, and the price is close to being out of my range even in the 24" models. I've got a good 24"Viewsonic which seems to do well since I calibrate it and send my work out to a lab for printing. Does the Hanns-G 28" reproduce colors well, and is there a advantage of LED over LCD? The price is certainly right for the Hanns-G but I wouldn't mind paying $500-$700 for a model that may be better.
Thanks-
Gary Fern
Thanks-
Gary Fern
Dec 19, 2011 23:06:10 #
Well if you really want to stretch the budget, look at the Eizo line. I think the lowest price model is around $900, but they are top-notch and can display 95% of the AdobeRGB color space.
Dec 19, 2011 23:43:09 #
I have an Eizo. Think it's about 4 years old now. Seems to still do ok softproofing and calibrates fine. Should I be looking for a replacement soon?
Dec 19, 2011 23:44:58 #
grfern wrote:
Hello- I would really like a bigger monitor, 28&qu... (show quote)
I thought I'd throw out a suggestion that you consider a two monitor set up.....you get more real estate for less money.
Also, depending on your viewing distance from a single large monitor you might experience color shift because of viewing angle. See my thread: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-11605-1.html
Dec 20, 2011 02:03:42 #
grfern wrote:
Hello- I would really like a bigger monitor, 28&qu... (show quote)
I have the Hann's G, and I've never calibrated it, and I've printed many color photos, and have always been happy with the results. My Canon printer prints up tp 13" X 19" boarderless. Can't tell you about the LEd over the LCD.
Mike
Dec 20, 2011 04:18:44 #
I 2nd the two monitor setup - apps like Lightroom are multi monitor aware and make use of the 2nd monitor if you tell it to.
All flat panel monitors targeted at computer use are LCD (I'm not aware of any that use the plasma design in the computer market). The LED versions use LEDs for the backlight as opposed to cold cathode fluorescent backlights. LED backlit monitors typically offer higher contrast and consume less power BUT cost a bit more up front.
All flat panel monitors targeted at computer use are LCD (I'm not aware of any that use the plasma design in the computer market). The LED versions use LEDs for the backlight as opposed to cold cathode fluorescent backlights. LED backlit monitors typically offer higher contrast and consume less power BUT cost a bit more up front.
Dec 20, 2011 06:34:29 #
Thank you all for the suggestions. I like the dual monitor idea, but was wondering if I used the same size 24" monitor should I stay with the same make (Viewsonic, which I only bought because of the price, not the features) or mix a better quality monitor to use for the photos? YOu have all been a great help- thanks a lot.
Dec 20, 2011 08:16:14 #
grfern wrote:
Hello- I would really like a bigger monitor, 28&qu... (show quote)
A monitor with LED has LEDs for back lighting, LCDs are still used for imaging the screen. LED back lit runs cooler than the earlier fluorescent back lighting and will last many times longer.
The LED thing confused consumers as they thought the LCD was replaced by LED.
Dec 20, 2011 14:25:21 #
grfern wrote:
Thank you all for the suggestions. I like the dual monitor idea, but was wondering if I used the same size 24" monitor should I stay with the same make (Viewsonic, which I only bought because of the price, not the features) or mix a better quality monitor to use for the photos? YOu have all been a great help- thanks a lot.
I think this depends on your actual needs. If you do not have highly critical needs, a properly calibrated Viewsonic might work very well for you. I use Samsung monitors and have never been disappointed.
Dec 20, 2011 14:44:11 #
i have always used double monitors up until i bought my 2 - 28" monitors. since i use 2 desktops...i use one on each. the 28" is plenty big as a single monitor setup. i use a kvm switch for the keyboard, mouse and tablet..so i only have to have one of each on the desktop.
Dec 20, 2011 14:46:54 #
I agree with Jackinkc. I've been using Samsung for years. Great color and a very clear picture! Using a DVI connection is best, but they work great with the VGA also should your video card not support DVI.
Their customer support(even after warranty expires) is stellar. I had a problem with the stand(tilt) on one and they couldn't do enough for me. They shipped me a new stand free. Can't do better than that!
I feel Samsung is the best "bang" for your buck. I have 2 and would buy another. Check out Best Buy. Good Luck
Their customer support(even after warranty expires) is stellar. I had a problem with the stand(tilt) on one and they couldn't do enough for me. They shipped me a new stand free. Can't do better than that!
I feel Samsung is the best "bang" for your buck. I have 2 and would buy another. Check out Best Buy. Good Luck
Aug 24, 2015 18:52:14 #
I would hope the Ezio monitor would give you more than four years of accurate color. If you are using calibration software with a colorimeter you will know when the software will tell you it can't match the target values for your monitor. I have a second monitor that just can't make the target values and it's really evident as you compare the two monitors side by side. I put tool pallets there from PS but in LR I get comparitive images and it drives me crazy.
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