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01/23/2012 07:10:49 AM · #1 |
Hi all,
I'm getting a new computer monitor and I realised I don't know waht I should look out for. I know latency, luminance and contrast are important. But they're just numbers to me. What sorts of ranges of these should I consider/not consider?
Are there any other factors I should look into?
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01/23/2012 09:07:18 AM · #2 |
Contrast is important, but the "dynamic contrast" that most makers tout in advertising are pretty much meaningless. Dynamic is the range that can be displayed, by using software tricks and NOT at the same time. Actual contrast ratios are much lower numbers.
For photo editing latency isn't really an issue these days. Most recent monitors do 5ms or better, which should even be good for gaming and video.
My suggestion is when you go monitor shopping, bring a flash drive with some of your own photos loaded. Especially the ones that contain subtleties which may not be visible on all monitors.
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01/23/2012 12:33:39 PM · #3 |
I second Grog's opinions :-)
The bottom line on displays is what technology they use. The following general classes of technology are found in 'LCD' displays:
- 'IPS': much less shift in gamma with viewing angle, best choice for critical applications
- PVA: some shift in gamma with viewing angle; OK for photo work where viewing conditions are well controlled
- TN: Terrible shifts with viewing angle, fast switching. Best for gaming and OK for casual use
If you are shopping for a laptop, look for models that have 'IPS' screens. Unfortunately, there are not that many. Do as Grog suggests, take some pics along and view them at varying viewing angles. That's a revelation, I'll tell you. Remember that you can always supplement a less-than-optimal laptop screen with an external monitor of your choice, and use the external for all your editing. Calibration of multiple monitors can be a "joy," though.
If you are shopping for a desktop system, you have it easier; you can choose your monitor separately.
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01/23/2012 06:08:40 PM · #4 |
Since you're not mentioning price here, I'm gonna assume you have a big budget :)
You can't go wrong with any monitor that's color optimized, like Eizo ColorEdge or this Nec monitor. |
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01/23/2012 06:15:07 PM · #5 |
Thanks for the advice. Especially you, hanserik--most helpful :-P
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