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    Perfect Monitor for Z series (VPCZ12C5E)?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by MariaBitterlich, Jun 23, 2010.

  1. MariaBitterlich

    MariaBitterlich Notebook Enthusiast

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    Sorry, this is not a direct Z question, but I'm looking for some advice and experience of other Z users.

    What would be the perfect external monitor for my new Z?

    I'd go for the following:
    - Design
    - Full HD
    - Not too big

    Any suggestions? Brand? Model?
     
    MariaBitterlich, Jun 23, 2010
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  2. TofuTurkey

    TofuTurkey Married a Champagne Mango

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    I have the strangest feeling of deja vu, like I've responded to this before. Freaky [​IMG]

    I really hate the word 'perfect', because it differs from person to person, and discussions typically degenerate into 'I'm better than you!!!!' arguments.

    Anyway, for me, my idea of a perfect monitor would be an IPS widescreen from Dell, which is what I have currently :D Dell frequently has discounts, and has pretty good (and sometimes even expensive) monitors. I think the only thing related to Z I need to consider is the maximum resolution from the HDMI port. Although VGA has a higher resolution (I don't know why), I have the impression the image won't be as clear. And if the input to the monitor is a DVI port, then a HDMI-to-DVI converter needs to be purchased (e.g. from Monoprice).

    What's 'not too big'?
     
    TofuTurkey, Jun 23, 2010
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  3. Brawn

    Brawn The Awesome

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    EIZO CG221

    ^ultimate monitor

    too bad i can't afford it! the next step down i believe is eizo's flexscan, then foris

    nonetheless, in the realm of consumer monitors, dell's ultrasharp is the best
     
    Brawn, Jun 23, 2010
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