In the fast-paced world of photography, having a high-quality, large monitor on set is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. These monitors serve as a critical tool for photographers, stylists, creative directors and clients to evaluate what’s being captured in real time. Here’s why key features like size, pixel density (PPI), colour calibration and viewing angle matter.
A larger monitor allows for more accurate on-the-spot evaluation of framing, focus, and visual composition. With a clear, high-resolution display, it’s easier to spot imperfections, whether it’s soft focus, missing elements or compositional shortcomings given the myriad end uses. A large screen also enables multiple people to view the feed simultaneously without crowding.
Colour accuracy is vital for assessing lighting, skin tones, wardrobe and production design choices. A professionally calibrated monitor ensures that what’s seen on set is a true representation of the final grade. Without calibration, you risk making decisions based on inaccurate colour rendition, which can lead to expensive corrections in post.
Pixel density determines how sharp and detailed the image appears. A high PPI ensures that the monitor displays the footage as crisply as possible, closely resembling what the final output will look like. This is especially important for today’s high-resolution cameras, where fine details matter and soft images can go unnoticed on lower-resolution displays.
On a busy set, not everyone can sit directly in front of the monitor. A good on-set display should maintain colour consistency and contrast across a wide viewing angle. This allows the creatives and decisions makers to simultaneously view the image without distortion, even when standing to the side.
The monitor is the window through which the creative team sees their work during production to support a seamless workflow. That’s why we have invested in large, clear, colour-accurate and bright displays from Eizo with high PPI and wide viewing angles. 27” flagship monitors, 4K capable with 164ppi are no longer a luxury but our standard studio monitor.
