CRT or LCD ?

[Beed]

which one is better for color management ? what does the contrast ratio have to do with LCDs? Which model is the best for graphic design?

[screensaver400]

Traditional wisdom says that Aperture Grille CRT monitors (Pro Viewsonics, Trinitrons, etc) are best for color accuracy, graphics, etc. I love my Viewsonic P95f+.

But I don't know about modern LCDs. Are they as good, or better, than high-end CRTs? Be aware, though, that an OK LCD will cost you around the same as a larger, high-end CRT.

[earl]

from my experience in graphic design, i feel crts still have much better color then lcds, however if you can spend a little money i have heard nothing but good things about lacie's lcd offering...

[Wickers]

Get the best tool for the job.

That's all I can say.

[usurp]

I use a Lacie CRT at work and I love it. If i had the money I would get a Barco.

[Brad]

The Authoritative LCDs for Color Critical Work Thread (http://forums.applenova.com/showthread.php?t=4191)

The only LCD that seems to provide excellent color quality costs on the order of $6000. The CRT still reigns king when it comes to color calibration and correctness at a moderate price.

In my experience, the overwhelming majority of LCDs are very lacking with regard to proper color display. Even Apple's much-vaunted LCDs haven't been the best of the crop.

[709]

I use a Lacie CRT at work and I love it. If i had the money I would get a Barco.Ditto.

I'm pretty excited about all these rumblings from Samsung (IIRC) about their thin CRT tech. I don't know if LCDs will *ever* be able to get down to CRTs in cost, yet match them in color quality. Thin-screened CRTs, once out in the market, might just kick LCDs in the ass.

[edit] Linky (http://www.gizmodo.com/archives/samsung-develops-thin-crt-television-024892.php)

[scratt]

I have found that I spot many errors with colour dependant graphics on my web sites and elsewhere when I have produced work on my LCD and then view them on a CRT.

So CRTs (at the moment) are better for the job, but once you know where the pitfalls are you can protect against them when working on LCDs.

[Banana]

In my experience, the overwhelming majority of LCDs are very lacking with regard to proper color display. Even Apple's much-vaunted LCDs haven't been the best of the crop.


Hmm. Interesting.

So you're saying SWOP certification for apples line is crap?

I checked the thread but didn't get any explanation on why apples line didn't live up to that level of color critical work. I'd like some expkanations or links?

Thanks

[Beed]

So then which CRTwould be best for color correcting(photoshop) for about $700-$1100.
Model? Brand? Size? would like about 20 inchs viewable :confused:

[709]

700-1100? Yeesh, man. If you're willing to spend that kind of coin get 2 side-by-side. My personal preference are the LaCie Blue's...and you can get the 19" model for around (http://www.pricegrabber.com/search_getprod.php/masterid=673796/) 350ish. Seriously, consider 2 monitors. Once you've gone there you'll never go back. :)