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Any great LCD monitors for graphic professionals?

Jul 26, 2006 2:15AM PDT

I'm looking for a 20"/21" wide-screen LCD monitor for Graphic Design purpose. My most concerned are image quality, color fidelity & graphics control capabilities. Macintosh OSX platform, price range from $400-550. I would apreciate if anybody can make some suggestions. Million Thx!!

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Since it's an Apple, get the Apple display.
Jul 26, 2006 2:40AM PDT

The 2 will work great together and the color on yours will be almost exactly like another Apple setup. For color correctness you'll get the Pantone Spyder if you are truly serious about that.

Bob

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Re: Since it's an Apple, get the Apple display.
Jul 26, 2006 3:47PM PDT

Thx Bob! I realize Apple's monitor is one of the best choices but it's a bit too expensive to me (I'm planning to buy 3 monitors). So I'm searching for some other options with good performance at more reasonable cost. Thx anyway!!

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Then the Pantone Spyder is not happening?
Jul 26, 2006 6:02PM PDT

There goes color correction too.

Now that we've tossed out that, you just need to find your price.

Bob

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i would recommend the VX2025wm viewsonic's 20.1" display
Jul 27, 2006 8:36PM PDT

for quality, price and design the VX2025wm is the most recommended for you. take a look ate their site and enjoy. XD

I was about to get one 32" LCD but the resolution for those is so small... instead of gain you lose workspace... 1280x768... bah! better to have a 23" max.

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Viewsonics come highly recommended
Jul 28, 2006 1:26AM PDT
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Apple Monitor, ViewSonic Pro Series or Samsung Pro Series
Jul 27, 2006 10:38PM PDT

Honestly, my first choice would be the Apple monitors. Sure, they're pricey, but they are great! Two of the three choices of their monitors also work with Windows-based PC's too (provided you have the right type of video card).
If you want to choose something other than Apple, then I would recommend Viewsonic's Pro Series. There are 3 series that Viewsonic puts out and there is a difference in how well they perform -- so pay attention to the little VX, VA, etc. in front of the model numbers. VA is the value series... VX is the pro series. They, too, are pricey, but well worth it if you are a pro graphics person.
Lastly, Samsung makes a pro series as well... again the same notes apply as above.
For the most part, the pro type series of monitors are not going to be available at most stores. So, I recommend starting at each manufacturers' web site to get the choices/specs, etc., and then do some comparitive shopping online.

Good luck!
Maggie B

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Pro LCD.s
Jul 28, 2006 1:26AM PDT

i don't sell these yet so don't think this is just spam.
most/all phillips monitors have a three year warranty and some come with a "perfect panel" designation. it means just that, no dead pixels! plus a quick turn-around in case something does happen. they're not cheap but......
viewsonic would be my second choice but their HUGE list of part numbers make it difficult to find the exact product that you are looking for. i as a dealer can even
get a little overwelmed with viewsonic. weeding through all of the offerings and then checking with different vendors to find my choice gets old. then having to do it all over in three weeks because that part # is no longer
stocked. don't get me wrong they make a good product!!!

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LCD Monitors`
Jul 28, 2006 5:49AM PDT

I have been using Microtek 815C 18", for the last 3 years.
The picture is crisp and clear.
My son has used autocad with it.
His friend bought one earlier this year, and plays Oblivion and Doom, with great graphics.

Based off of our 18" LCD's, I bet their 20 & 21's, will be just as good.

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DON'T Buy a Widescreen
Jul 28, 2006 8:19AM PDT

They're only good for movies. They stretch the picture on everything else and looks terrible, unless you like 2 black stripes on either side. Costing you 4" of horizontal screen size.(17")

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Well, but...
Jul 28, 2006 9:47AM PDT

If you use this monitor vertically it's very slick. Imagine a dual monitor display (2) operating vertically. That's some real graphics power. Nvidia's driver will allow rotation.

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LCD recommendations
Jul 31, 2006 11:07AM PDT

No one mentioned Dell. I've used them at work, and was considering buying a 19" monitor for home. Any opinions? Thanks!

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professional monitors
Aug 1, 2006 6:08AM PDT

BenQ Announces new LCD Monitor Line Up offering Superior Display Performance and Exceptional Style
Mar 9, 2006
Monitor Line Up includes technologies such as HD ready support, BFI technology and Luminance Compensation function, for superior display performance

HANNOVER, GERMANY, 9 March, 2006 ? BenQ proudly announces it new line up of fresh, crisp BenQ LCD Monitors that encompass various models among its Widescreen, Lifestyle and Innovations' Series. The wide-screen series models are FP92W, FP202W, FP241W, FP241W(BFI), and FP301W. In addition, FP241W supports HD 1080p input signal and has HDMI connector for multimedia task. FP 241W (BFI) not only has the same features as FP241W, but also encompasses BFI technology, which eliminates ghosting effect. From the Lifestyle series, the FP785+ model was born from a pioneer combination of eastern and Western culture. The FP91R features Color Consistent function, Luminance Compensation function, which enables the brightness to be the same, even after 10,000 hours, and Independent Six-Color Adjustment. BenQ's FP93G X, features Super-Fast 2ms gray-to-gray response time and Super Slim Bezel for gamers. Moreover, above mentioned line up offer a great range of LCD monitors to gamers, professionals and multi-media enthusiasts that require superior display performance.

BenQ FP91R, True to life
BenQ FP91R LCD monitor features color consistent between monitors, devices, and real environment simulation, besides its Luminance Compensation function prevents the decay of the brightness of the LCD monitor thus enables the brightness to be the same after long hours. The monitor also features an Independent Six-Color Adjustment setting which provides users an easy way to adjust colors without any aberration. The FP91R is ideal for professionals who demands high quality LCD monitors with precise and consistent color display.

BenQ FP241W (BFI) High Definition
The BenQ FP241W (BFI) wide-screen LCD monitor features the world-leading BFI technology, a high resolution of 1920x1200 and HDMI connector. The world-leading BFI (Black Frame Insertion) Technology is the advanced technology of Advanced Motion Accelerator (AMA) Technology. By using BFI Technology, the spatial-temporal integration can effectively reduce the ghosting effect caused by the slow pursuit and low pass effect of the human eyes thus provides clearer motion pictures.

The FP241W is the first monitor of its kind with a HDMI connector worldwide.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) TM technology is the latest digital technology to connect set top box such as TV, PS2, Xbox, in an efficient and easy way whilst carrying HD audio and video signals in one single cable.

BenQ FP785+, East meets West
BenQ FP785+ features a design that stands for the pioneer combination of Eastern culture and Western culture in 3C products, based on the Chinese paintings of famous Italian painter - Guiseppe Castiglione (1688-1766) in China and Western technology. His two famous paintings ?Ayusi Scattering Rebels with Upraised Spear? and ?Everlasting verdure of the Immortal Calyx, an album of Flower Studies? reflect BenQ?s confidence in its future prospects in the global marketplace as the bold determination of the warrior confident in ultimate victory and that its efforts may yield result with the same splendor as the blossoming flowers. This model is currently planned as non-selling model.

BenQ FP93V, Ideal Combination of Strong Performance and Exceptional Style
The snow-white BenQ FP93V LCD monitor features a simple, refreshing, polished exterior that is elegant in design. This 19-inch LCD monitor is equipped with an ultra-fast 8ms response time, a 550:1 contrast ratio and two ways of cable management. In addition, the FP93V also features a unique base stand which offers a perfect place to keep stationery, external drives, media player, or even a small PC system.

BenQ FP93G X, Super-Fast 2ms, Super Slim Bezel
The BenQ FP93G X features lightening-fast 2ms gray-to-gray response time, a super-slim 13mm bezel and a high contrast ratio 700:1. The BenQ FP93G X is targeting professional gamers who have high demands for superior display performances. The FP93G X (BFI) will also be temporarily sold on the market.

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In Same Boat
Aug 1, 2006 10:23AM PDT

I have been doing alot of reading about a LCD monitor that I am getting. Going to be used by a graphic artist and my price range is similar at around 400-600.

Read about the viewsonic and it seems like a good option. Also saw the HP f2105. Anyone have any thoughts on this?

This is for a PC not a mac, otherwise I would likely stretch and get the Apple display.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.