modernPrimitive
Active member
Hi,
I know field monitoring options have been discussed quite a bit with suggestions ranging from the Lilliput at around $200 to the Marshall 7" just under $1000. According to my research the Marshall 7" seem to be the only truly "pro" option due of the blue-gun only and peaking functions. But of course this is all "theoretical" and not necessarily "real-world" - I might be totally wrong.
I've seen a lot of people claim to be able to get sharp focus on the cheaper monitors however what I'd really like to see is actual shots because what some people mean by "in focus" and what other people mean by that term can vary considerably. Of course it's difficult to keep this "scientific" without going into details about lens "sweet-spots" etc, so some suggestions:
1) Link to 100% crops
2) Use a shot where an object is clearly the focal point in the way the shot is framed, a person's eye, an object on a table. It would be silly to say the "5th window on the left" is the focal point simply because that is what is in focus...in other words the focus should be based on "intent" and should be clear.
3) Try and have a shot where there are quite a number of items in the shot at different depths for comparison. It's impossible to tell if focus is soft due to the lens or due to mis-focusing unless there are a range of objects for comparison. Shots of objects on a table with some grain detail would be good for assessing this.
4) Include the lens used, f-stop, camera and what your focus point was. It would also be good to mention if you intended a neutral, warm or cool color balance. Mention if the shot has been graded in post (but try to avoid graded shots).
I think this would be invaluable in assessing and comparing field monitors albeit somewhat unscientific. Also please try to refrain from criticizing other people's shots and if you do receive a crit try and see it as a form of positive feedback on how to improve your skills. Lets not create a flame war here. Best to keep opinions to ourselves and simply look at the "evidence". Also, try and be honest. This is for everyone's benefit including your own. If there is better equipment out there than what you're using the you need to know about it - that doesn't mean your equipment doesn't do a good job.
thanks,
mP
I know field monitoring options have been discussed quite a bit with suggestions ranging from the Lilliput at around $200 to the Marshall 7" just under $1000. According to my research the Marshall 7" seem to be the only truly "pro" option due of the blue-gun only and peaking functions. But of course this is all "theoretical" and not necessarily "real-world" - I might be totally wrong.
I've seen a lot of people claim to be able to get sharp focus on the cheaper monitors however what I'd really like to see is actual shots because what some people mean by "in focus" and what other people mean by that term can vary considerably. Of course it's difficult to keep this "scientific" without going into details about lens "sweet-spots" etc, so some suggestions:
1) Link to 100% crops
2) Use a shot where an object is clearly the focal point in the way the shot is framed, a person's eye, an object on a table. It would be silly to say the "5th window on the left" is the focal point simply because that is what is in focus...in other words the focus should be based on "intent" and should be clear.
3) Try and have a shot where there are quite a number of items in the shot at different depths for comparison. It's impossible to tell if focus is soft due to the lens or due to mis-focusing unless there are a range of objects for comparison. Shots of objects on a table with some grain detail would be good for assessing this.
4) Include the lens used, f-stop, camera and what your focus point was. It would also be good to mention if you intended a neutral, warm or cool color balance. Mention if the shot has been graded in post (but try to avoid graded shots).
I think this would be invaluable in assessing and comparing field monitors albeit somewhat unscientific. Also please try to refrain from criticizing other people's shots and if you do receive a crit try and see it as a form of positive feedback on how to improve your skills. Lets not create a flame war here. Best to keep opinions to ourselves and simply look at the "evidence". Also, try and be honest. This is for everyone's benefit including your own. If there is better equipment out there than what you're using the you need to know about it - that doesn't mean your equipment doesn't do a good job.
thanks,
mP
