Need advice for pro LCD monitor for Photography.

Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4.0G IF-ED

03/16/2006 12:22:41 AM · #5

Dell's 24 inch flatscreen has great reviews, and is on sale right now for $799. (edit: same as above mentioned by awpollard, oops) It has built-in card readers which is cool. Or for top-notch, check out their 30 inch (drool).

I just ordered this Dell 20.1 inch widescreen and should have it tomorrow. This one is on sale for $396 right now. You could stack 2 of these side by side for the cost of the 4 inch bigger one.

Supposedly the actual lcd's are the same as the Mac's, which are both made by Lucerne Graphics. I also bought an instant coupon off Ebay for 2 bucks that saved me another 35 bucks (well, 33 bucks after the price of coupon). It was emailed to me as soon as I paid for it. Good luck!

Message edited by author 2006-03-16 00:26:38.

jbsmithana

Nikon D300

03/16/2006 12:24:27 AM · #6

Check out these threads:

New Monitor - LCD vs CRT

LCD Specs

DanSig

03/16/2006 02:02:35 AM · #7

if you want pro quality then it's the apple 23" or 30", the Dell 24" has the same matrix as the apple so it's a good choice to, then it's the top of the line.. eizo but it costs 3x more than the apple ;)

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Canon EOS-5D Mark II

03/16/2006 03:10:09 AM · #8

what about the lacie or benQ lcd's

Nazgul

03/16/2006 03:36:39 AM · #9

I recently bought the Apple 20" Cinema display and and its by far the best computer monitor I´ve ever had.....
I thought the price diffrent between the 20" and the 23" was just too big to justify buying the 23"

Good luck on your choice:D

Nazgul

03/16/2006 03:53:08 AM · #10

Originally posted by DrJOnes:

I want something that compares to CRT.

Thanks.

why would you wanna compare todays technoligy to something as old and crappy as CRT´s ;)

BrennanOB

Canon EOS-1D Mark II

Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8 VR DG IF-ED

03/16/2006 04:20:54 AM · #11

Most of the peole I know who require absolute accuracy use LaCie

DrJOnes

Nikon D3

03/16/2006 11:29:43 AM · #12

Thanks everyone for your comments and suggestions.

I have read on other sites that the DELL display is overly BRIGHT for photo editing. Any one here using the DELL 24" on a daily basis for professional photo editing?

Also, anyone here had first hand experience both with the APPLE Cinema 23" and the DELL 24" ? I'd like to have comments on the two display, again, for professional photo editing.

Also, I know nothing of EIZO... but it's the second time I hear about it. What makes it so good compared to the APPLE or DELL display?

Thanks everyone!

zeuszen

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

03/16/2006 11:46:28 AM · #13

Originally posted by Nazgul:

Originally posted by DrJOnes:
I want something that compares to CRT.

Thanks.

why would you wanna compare todays technoligy to something as old and crappy as CRT´s ;)

I work with both CRT and LCD (Apple Cinema Display) and value the CRT as much as many pros who continue to use them. CRTs may represent an older technology but not necessarily a crappy experience.

As a matter of fact, the only thing that would motivate me to purchase another LCD monitor is screen size.

Message edited by author 2006-03-16 11:48:14.

Brent_Ward

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L USM

03/16/2006 11:49:52 AM · #14

Eizo for the best, Lacie 321 for the second best.

Ampao64

Canon EOS-30D

03/16/2006 11:53:03 AM · #15

I agree with BrennanOB.

I used to work for spectra photo and they have LaCies because they calibrate easily. And give you great color reproduction. They also come with the display hood to prevent ambient light, like a lens hood might.

Taken from the website:

Due to the unprecedented CRT-grade gamut of its top-of-the-line SA-Superfine TFT panel and its embedded 10-bit gamma correction, the 21.3" LaCie 321 LCD Monitor displays colors so vibrant and accurate, it is wooing graphics professionals toward the LCD revolution.

View Area : 21.3"/54 cm
Form Factor : 4:3
Maximum Resolution : 1600x1200 (UXGA)
Dot Pitch : 0.27 mm
Color Gamut : 100% EBU; 72% NTSC
Gamma Correction : 10-bit LUT
Luminance : 250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio : 500:1
Response Time : 20ms
Viewing Angles : 176° horizontally and vertically
Connections : 1xVGA D-Sub, 1xDVI-D, 1xDVI-I
Horizontal Scan : 31.5-91.9 kHz
Vertical Scan : 50-85 Hz
Communications : DDC/CI

Message edited by author 2006-03-16 11:55:19.

GreenGiant

03/16/2006 12:11:50 PM · #16

Lacie has always been regarded as top notch. B&H Photo sells them.

Good luck

Bobster

Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8 VR DG IF-ED

03/16/2006 06:11:07 PM · #17

Formac Gallery 2010 :)

Part-No.: FGD 2010-3 (DVI)
Interface: Formac Display Connector (DVI or ADC) / Cable: 5' and 1"
Size: 20.1 inch diagonal (viewable) / Screen: W: 16.3" H: 12"
Technology: 24-bit ColorProof VA active matrix (16.7 million colors)
Resolutions: 1,600 by 1,200, 1,024 by 768, 800 by 600
Dot pitch: 0.255 mm
Viewing Angle: 170 degrees horizontal / 170 degrees vertical / 160 degrees conical
Brightness: 300 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio: 700:1
Pixel Response: 15 ms gray-to-gray, 15 ms rise, 10 ms fall
Scan Range: Horizontal: 50-57 Hz, Vertical: 60 Hz
Screen Treatment: Anti-glare coat
User Controls: 3 touch-sensitive buttons: Power, +/- Brightness
Connectivity: Built-in two-port USB hub
Electrical Requirements: Input voltage: 12.7 V DC +/- 3%
Consumption: 3W (energy saver mode), 60W (max)
Operating Condition: 50 to 95 degree Fahrenheit (10 to 35 degree Celsius) 20% to 80% (no condensation)
Package contains: Gallery 2010 display (DVI), power supply, USB cable, User's Guide
System Requirements:
a) Mac with MacOS 9.2.2, MacOSX 10.1.3 or higher, and video card with ADC or DVI connection
b) PowerBook with DVI interface
c) PC with Plug&Play video card with DVI interface
Note: Video card must support digital resolution of 1,600x1,200
Weight: Approx. 16,8 pounds (7.7 Kg)
Dimensions: 21.5" X 19" x 8.125" (W x H x D)
Warranty: One year limited warranty
Approvals: CE, FCC, TCO 95

Pantone Approved ;)

DrJOnes

Nikon D3

03/17/2006 12:44:14 AM · #18

Thanks again everyone. I've narrowed down my search to the LaCie 321. I've read a few reviews, and I think that is the best monitor out there for photography, except maybe the EIZO but it is slightly better and I don't think it justifies the big price gap.

tomswardware.com has great reviews for these monitors. Lacie 321 came highly recommended.

Cheers!

leaf

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

a link to tomshardware.com

03/17/2006 02:31:02 AM · #19

Nazgul

03/17/2006 02:44:33 AM · #20

yup the Lacie is probably a very good choice, but it only comes with 1600x1200 native resolution doesnt it?
After using a widescreen resolution monitor for a while I´m thinking its alot more natural point of view working with Photoshop for example and both the 23" Apple and 24" Dell come with higher resolutions.

then on the other hand I´m not on a professional level with my photography ........

Bobster

03/17/2006 08:30:06 AM · #21

i don't touch reviews from tomshardware..

interesting read

Spork99

Canon EOS M6 Mk II

Canon EF-M 22mm STM Lens

03/17/2006 09:18:53 AM · #22

I have the Dell 20.5" widescreen and if you take the time to calibrate it I think it's a great buy. Especially since it has the same LCD as the Apple 21" but has more features (DVI, VGA, S-video and analog video inputs and USB ports) at less than half the price. Although that Dell logo looks not so good compared to my Mac hardware.

I don't think you can go wrong with the LaCie though. For me, I just could not justify the expense.

Telehubbie

Canon EOS-40D

03/17/2006 09:34:48 AM · #23

Originally posted by Spazmo99:

I have the Dell 20.5" widescreen

Edit: I got it, this thing is awesome!

Message edited by author 2006-03-18 18:03:59.

colema19

03/17/2006 11:13:02 AM · #24

You want a Brightside HDR display, a bargain at a mere $49K. :)

Bobster