Good morning all. I have paired this BenQ monitor with a newer 14" macbook M1 Pro and print on an Epson SC P800.They work beautifully together. No more test prints and wasted ink and paper. The image on the BenQ, with it's superb rendering of the ICC profile and complete lack of glare, looks almost exactly like the printed image. This monitor was a huge step up from my 2013 iMac 27 and so maybe I'm still in the honeymoon phase but I don't think so. Edge to edge, corner to corner, I can't find any faults. Not cheap but what a pleasure to use. Great review
Another great wee video, clearly explained and as an amateur, I doubt if I could afford it, I would I make best use of it. Sadly as an average amateur, the ability to source and buy such a fantastic piece of equipment will remain outside our budget, but very good luck to anyone who does buy one and I hope they get a very enjoyable experience with it. Thank you for sharing as usual. Kep well and safe.
Per Benq, the SW321C is 8 Bit + FRC, it is not a true 10 Bit monitor. At the price they’re charging, it should be a true 10 Bit. The ASUS ProArt PA329C is about half the price and per ASUS it’s a true 10 Bit monitor and supports hardware calibration as well. I think they missed the mark not making it a true 10 Bit for that price tag.
Good morning, this was a very pleasant review, easy to watch and very informative. I'm looking into 4k and 2k monitors for photo retouching, and there's one thing that doesnt let me decide. I've read that some people, at least using macs, theyhave to downscale the 4k to 2k in order to see clearly the icons, texts, and what not. Do you experience the same issue? And in short, do you recommend a4k monitor instead of a 2k monitor? thanks in advance
Worth the money if you can afford it. The NEC &, EIZO brands comparible monitors go for much more & comes very close. BenQ has a couple other great monitors for hobbyist photogs ranging from around $700-1200 usd.
If you print at an external lab, ask them if they print Adobe1998, very few actually do. If they don't, then convert your image to srgb before sending or change your lab. Graphistudio print full adobe1998, so having this monitor is a brilliant thing. If you print yourself and send 16 bit data using adobe1998 you absolutely want an adobe1998 monitor or you are guessing what colour your prints will be.
Amazing to think how many photographers DON'T regard a decent monitor as an essential bit of kit when it comes to taking their hobby to the next level ( when you have teenage kids grabbing your wallet at every opportunity , such items become part of Santa's list )
Exactly. Id'e been saving for ages for a new camera, because i thought i needed it! Instead, i took a close look at my pc and monitor specs. Not good at all. Instead of getting a new camera, i invested in a new pc with a 10bit card and a good amount of RAM, and, a 10bit 4k BenQ (not the one in the video)calibrated monitor. Uploaded my pictures and the very first picture i opened literally blew me away. The colours were amazing. And the contrast. Wonderful. I would advise to anyone thinking of upgrading their camera to look at their pc and monitor first. I use a well used D7100 with cheapish lenses and the results i am getting, i think, look outstanding.
@@philliphenry9792 Hi Philip. I got the BenQ PD2720u. And it's amazing. I really only realised how bad my old monitor was when i sent off for a print. Looked great on screen, but colours were WAY out once i saw the printed picture. Terrible. This monitor coupled with my new card (Radeon Pro WX4100) and the pictures and colours, quite simply, are amazing. Anyone interested in photography really should have a calibrated screen to get the most out of whatever camera they have.
I absolutely HATE THE *&%#@&* ads that pop into a video right when I'm in a flow and following a point in a video, which causes me to lose my train of thought. They come up everywhere. I mute them and refuse to watch.
![Buying a new monitor? Do you need wide gamut [Adobe98] for great prints?](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/DQKiJh1MxpE/mqdefault.jpg)
Good morning all. I have paired this BenQ monitor with a newer 14" macbook M1 Pro and print on an Epson SC P800.They work beautifully together. No more test prints and wasted ink and paper. The image on the BenQ, with it's superb rendering of the ICC profile and complete lack of glare, looks almost exactly like the printed image. This monitor was a huge step up from my 2013 iMac 27 and so maybe I'm still in the honeymoon phase but I don't think so. Edge to edge, corner to corner, I can't find any faults. Not cheap but what a pleasure to use.
Great review
Thanks John👍
I own this Monitor since 4 weeks and I can highly recommend this great Monitor!👍
Thanks for sharing
this one or BenQ PD3220U Thunderbolt 3 Monitor for video and photos? Ezio and Acer are more expensive.
Another great wee video, clearly explained and as an amateur, I doubt if I could afford it, I would I make best use of it. Sadly as an average amateur, the ability to source and buy such a fantastic piece of equipment will remain outside our budget, but very good luck to anyone who does buy one and I hope they get a very enjoyable experience with it. Thank you for sharing as usual. Kep well and safe.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Per Benq, the SW321C is 8 Bit + FRC, it is not a true 10 Bit monitor. At the price they’re charging, it should be a true 10 Bit. The ASUS ProArt PA329C is about half the price and per ASUS it’s a true 10 Bit monitor and supports hardware calibration as well. I think they missed the mark not making it a true 10 Bit for that price tag.
Also on Macs and have same question about downscaling to get readable icons & text?
Good morning, this was a very pleasant review, easy to watch and very informative. I'm looking into 4k and 2k monitors for photo retouching, and there's one thing that doesnt let me decide. I've read that some people, at least using macs, theyhave to downscale the 4k to 2k in order to see clearly the icons, texts, and what not. Do you experience the same issue? And in short, do you recommend a4k monitor instead of a 2k monitor? thanks in advance
i love you too
Awesome review ! thank you very much...i'm sold !!!
Glad I could help!
I'm surprised it's not 5k. But it looks well thought out. I wonder how it compares with similar NECs.
Worth the money if you can afford it. The NEC &, EIZO brands comparible monitors go for much more & comes very close. BenQ has a couple other great monitors for hobbyist photogs ranging from around $700-1200 usd.
Great review 👍 good contrast ? Deep black ?
good contrast ? Deep black ? light bleeding ? consistent colors through screen ? please i wanna know
How much is it? I mean, outside the extension I'll have to build to fit it inside my home.
If you print at an external lab, ask them if they print Adobe1998, very few actually do. If they don't, then convert your image to srgb before sending or change your lab. Graphistudio print full adobe1998, so having this monitor is a brilliant thing. If you print yourself and send 16 bit data using adobe1998 you absolutely want an adobe1998 monitor or you are guessing what colour your prints will be.
If a lab needs sRGB, it's time to find another lab.
That looks gorgeous ❤
Thank you! Cheers!
Amazing to think how many photographers DON'T regard a decent monitor as an essential bit of kit when it comes to taking their hobby to the next level ( when you have teenage kids grabbing your wallet at every opportunity , such items become part of Santa's list )
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Exactly. Id'e been saving for ages for a new camera, because i thought i needed it! Instead, i took a close look at my pc and monitor specs. Not good at all. Instead of getting a new camera, i invested in a new pc with a 10bit card and a good amount of RAM, and, a 10bit 4k BenQ (not the one in the video)calibrated monitor. Uploaded my pictures and the very first picture i opened literally blew me away. The colours were amazing. And the contrast. Wonderful. I would advise to anyone thinking of upgrading their camera to look at their pc and monitor first. I use a well used D7100 with cheapish lenses and the results i am getting, i think, look outstanding.
@@tilerman which benq did you go with?
@@philliphenry9792 Hi Philip. I got the BenQ PD2720u. And it's amazing. I really only realised how bad my old monitor was when i sent off for a print. Looked great on screen, but colours were WAY out once i saw the printed picture. Terrible. This monitor coupled with my new card (Radeon Pro WX4100) and the pictures and colours, quite simply, are amazing. Anyone interested in photography really should have a calibrated screen to get the most out of whatever camera they have.
I absolutely HATE THE *&%#@&* ads that pop into a video right when I'm in a flow and following a point in a video, which causes me to lose my train of thought. They come up everywhere. I mute them and refuse to watch.