Tips from ViewSonic Choosing a monitor for photo editing
Good photos are not only because you use a good camera, but also because you have a good monitor to edit those photos. When choosing a monitor for photo editing, color is everything. Monitors must be able to offer optimal color accuracy, high contrast, and maximum clarity.
Deciding which type of monitor is best for photo editing is not easy. There are a few things to consider, or you can also head over to the ViewSonic ColorPro™ page here to check out some of the different types of professional monitors.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitors are the most popular type of monitor and are still widely used by people. When LCD came along, people slowly started abandoning CRT monitors and moving to LCD monitors. For me too, after switching to LCD, it seems that I don’t want to use a CRT monitor anymore, especially since CRT affects the eyes.
LCD itself is a type of monitor where it is made of liquid crystal. This crystalline liquid does not emit any light of its own. On the back of the liquid crystal array is a white fluorescent lamp that illuminates the crystals.
The impact of light on these crystals leads to the presence of points of light or pixels, the number of which is of course not small, namely up to millions of pixels. This large collection of pixels presents the image in such a way that the image appears on the screen.
LCD has the advantage of clear and sharp picture quality. This LCD is also available as a solution for a more eye-friendly and energy-efficient monitor. Understandably, the CRT monitor is a monitor type that is very power-consuming and not healthy for the eyes.
The world of photography and editing requires true-to-life color reproduction on screens to display high-quality images. Less accurate monitors are unable to display the full spectrum of colors with true accuracy.
In the end, the photos displayed by the monitor may appear too light or unbalanced when printed. Unlike standard consumer monitors, monitors for professional imaging are usually equipped with the latest panel technology and a wider, previously calibrated color spectrum.
Engineered to support photo editing, these monitors ensure uniform brightness levels, wider viewing angles, and precise color accuracy. Monitors with color fidelity are the most important thing for photographers – both professionals and hobbyists – to display their work as well as possible.
Functions on the monitor for photo editing
Have the highest color accuracy
When it comes to color accuracy on monitors, most rely on a few features to create realistic images.
color space and color
Some professional monitor models already have a wider color gamut for more vivid and detailed photos. When looking for a monitor, look for one with at least 90% sRGB coverage (best for viewing your work on the web) and 70% Adobe RGB coverage (perfect for printable images).
Low Delta E value
Delta E measures how well the human eye can perceive color differences. Photo editing, it’s a powerful tool to measure how well the monitor captures its true colors. The number indicates how well color is “perfectly” represented by the monitor about a color value.
The lower the number, the better the performance. Expensive monitors may list a Delta E of 1 or less. However, most professional monitors with Delta E<2 are perfect for photo editing.
Optimal color calibration
Colors on the screen should reflect how they looked in print. Factory-calibrated monitors have advanced color adjustment features that help create photos with realistic colors.
Unrivaled panel technology
The IPS monitor is the monitor of choice for users who value color. Because it offers the best support for monitoring color space technology, provides high color depth and contrast ratio, and also eliminates image distortion and color shift.
Other features to watch out for Beautiful design
Monitors with a slim, frameless design maximize the screen surface area for a richer and more immersive visual experience. Some monitors that are now available in the market have been designed with an ergonomic stand so that they can be tilted, rotated left to right, or rotated up and down depending on your comfort.
With the automatic switching and swiveling function, you can rotate the screen up to 180 degrees. So you can easily view images in horizontal view.
Flexible connectivity
Professional monitors typically support a variety of output connectors like USB, DisplayPort, and HDMI, as well as easier connections to other devices and peripherals you have. The USB 3.0 port can be used as a charger, and the USB 3.1 Type-C port can both charge and use audio for easy setup.
Ability to daisy chain – two or more monitors can be done through DisplayPort support. Yes! Of course, this feature offers flexibility to its users.
So what is the most suitable monitor for photo editing?
Advanced features on professional monitors with panel technology and advanced color adjustment features help you create more optimal photos. The monitor can improve color accuracy and sharpness, so you can view and edit photos of all their beauty.
If you are serious and interested in working in the world of photo editing, now is the time to have a monitor with the above factors. Professional monitors like the ViewSonic ColorPro™ have been calibrated to display stunning image quality and the best in brilliant color.
Yes! It can be said that the ViewSonic ColorPro™ is certainly very well suited as a working “weapon” for photographers or image editors. You can also use this link to find out more about ViewSonic ColorPro™, which can present your photos more optimally.
