spylaw4 Posted August 27, 2013 Share #1 Posted August 27, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi all: I'm currently looking at possibly upgrading my computer gear, and especially the monitor. Maybe 24" or 27" in size. What's "hot" at the moment as far as recommendations are concerned - NEC, Eizo, or what? Views and recommendations are welcomed, and I have searched the Forums, but nothing seems to be recent. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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wda Posted August 27, 2013 Share #2 Posted August 27, 2013 Brian, I am running two Eizo, the main one is a CG243W, both bought from Colour Confidence at Focus on Imaging. The second, older, one is used for showing supporting programmes and often is the one used for internet display or spreadsheets. The main one is recalibrated every 200 hours with its own software which has proved both accurate and easy to do. It also has improved linearity of brightness across the screen. Whatever you buy, do look at my vendor's website because there is a wealth of good relevant material to help you choose. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted August 28, 2013 Share #3 Posted August 28, 2013 the main one is a CG243W Now replaced by the Eizo CG246W, I think. Doesn't get any better, only bigger if you want 27, but the price will match. I only recommend Eizo or NEC, the latter less costly. I own an NEC, but the replacement when the time comes will be an Eizo. With NEC, I recommend getting a model with the built-in SpectraView calibration software. If you have a Mac, be careful not to upgrade O/S without ensuring that the SpectraView software is supported with the new version. I made that mistake once. Jeff 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spylaw4 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share #4 Posted August 28, 2013 <snip> If you have a Mac, be careful not to upgrade O/S without ensuring that the SpectraView software is supported with the new version. I made that mistake once. Jeff Now that's a good tip - thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted August 28, 2013 Share #5 Posted August 28, 2013 It's a real pity there are no 30" monitors now, at least not quality ones. It seems the panels are no longer made and the aspect ration has changed to match that of DVDs and films. I have an Eizo 30" which is great but it has failed twice under warranty, is now out of warranty so I think it is living on borrowed time. Common sense suggests using a cheaper monitor for internet browsing and posting on the Leica User Forum and keep the calibrated monitor "for best". Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Lane Posted August 28, 2013 Share #6 Posted August 28, 2013 You may wish to evaluate the Apple 27" Thunderbolt display...we have been using one of these for several months now and found it to be superb. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted August 28, 2013 Share #7 Posted August 28, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) The Thunderbolt uses a connection scheme that theoretically is superior to all else. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spylaw4 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share #8 Posted August 28, 2013 You may wish to evaluate the Apple 27" Thunderbolt display...we have been using one of these for several months now and found it to be superb. I had thought about the Apple display but the calibration possibilities seem better on e.g. eizo to say nothing of Apple,s ultra glossy screen Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
efreed2754 Posted August 31, 2013 Share #9 Posted August 31, 2013 No 30" monitors? Recently picked up NEC Multi-Synq and its wonderful. They make a 27" one too if that works better. Ed 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spylaw4 Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share #10 Posted August 31, 2013 No 30" monitors? Recently picked up NEC Multi-Synq and its wonderful. They make a 27" one too if that works better. Ed Although a 30" monitor would be great, there is a slight matter of available space! To say nothing of cost. I could get away with 27" probably, but all in all it will probably have to be 24", like my iMac's present screen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted September 2, 2013 Share #11 Posted September 2, 2013 I have two NEC 27" Spectraviews which I swear by. Perfect colour and no fuss. I'm thinking of adding this though. 97% of Adobe98 is very impressive (and useable) for such a device. Cintiq 24HD touch Pen Display | Wacom Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dikaiosune01 Posted September 3, 2013 Share #12 Posted September 3, 2013 Has anyone tried the Dell UltraSharp monitors? And how do they compare with the Eizo or Nec counterparts? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted September 3, 2013 Share #13 Posted September 3, 2013 The Dells are very nice but I've not seen them side-by-side with the Eizos or NECs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DES Posted September 3, 2013 Share #14 Posted September 3, 2013 I have had the Eizo ColorEdge CG275W for about 18 months now and have found it superb. The inbuilt "ColorNavigator" calibration software works like a dream. It should be on your to check list. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spylaw4 Posted September 4, 2013 Author Share #15 Posted September 4, 2013 I must admit that I'm edging towards the 24" Eizo/MacMini set up. Overall cost seems to be only a little bit more than a 27" iMac. Next question - how easy is the Eizo to get going? Plug & play easy? I appreciate that tuning, colour balancing etc. will take a little time to get right. I really appreciate all the comments and thoughts - thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted September 4, 2013 Share #16 Posted September 4, 2013 Very simple Brian. Once it is connected and running, work through the calibration procedure, which is quick and simple. ColourNavigator is reassuring and simple to use. Make sure you know the illumination level you want, although you can change that at any time. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanyasi Posted September 4, 2013 Share #17 Posted September 4, 2013 Eizo Color Edge CG245Wm with self calibration tool built-in. I also use a Color Edge CG210 as a second monitor. Have had it for over 5 years and still works great. Eizo is expensive, but my prints come out looking like what I saw on the screen. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted September 4, 2013 Share #18 Posted September 4, 2013 Making the print look like the screen shot is important, but different illumination methods will often not be quite identical, no matter the precision...paper isn't backlit, and surface textures vary. Further, framing and display lighting will of course change things again. For more precise workflow management, one can get a print viewing booth that can be calibrated for the same Kelvin temp as the monitor, as well as the lights used for display. Just depends how precise (or anal) one wants to be. But starting with a good monitor, with good calibration software, is key. Jeff 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted September 5, 2013 Share #19 Posted September 5, 2013 Went from 27" iMac to Mac Pro and Eizo Color Edge 27" There are small differences in extended shadow with the color edge. After the first calibration, it self calibrates. Prints from my color lab are perfect. The lab establishes exposure from black point, so set one using threshold. The Leica M8 & 9 and Nikons are all profiled with Adobe Profile editor so colors are perfect. M8 used to make nasty colors by default.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanG Posted September 5, 2013 Share #20 Posted September 5, 2013 New NECs. diglloyd - Wide-Gamut Displays for Photographers - NEC PA302W Wide Gamut Color Display 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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