The ViewSonic VP16-OLED Portable Monitor, Promises Much more
Recently, my interest in photography has been growing steadily. Despite owning a high-spec phone, I often find myself wanting more when it comes to reviewing the results of my pictures. Thankfully, ViewSonic has provided an exciting opportunity to test their VP16-OLED 15.6″ OLED Portable Monitor, promising to enhance my photography experience.
Specification
The VP16-OLED 15.6″ OLED Portable Monitor, priced at RM3,099.00 is a cutting-edge display solution meticulously crafted for creative professionals.
Its OLED technology ensures true black rendering and a staggering 1.07 billion colors, achieving a remarkable level of color accuracy and vibrancy.
With a 100% DCI-P3 Pantone Validated color coverage and a Delta E of less than 2, this monitor guarantees true-to-life color reproduction, essential for demanding creative tasks.
Additionally, its camera-ready functionality via Micro HDMI and USB-C charging capability ensures instant connectivity and convenience, transforming any location into a dynamic creative workstation.
The integrated hood further enhances the viewing experience by eliminating ambient light, allowing users to immerse themselves fully in their creative endeavors.
Performance
In terms of performance, I requested help from some of my expert photographer friends to test the monitor. Here some of their comments:
“The VP16-OLED does not disappoint.” Hanif a well-established outdoor photographer who uses mostly Canon hardware shared to me his opinion.
With a brightness of 385 nits and a static contrast ratio of 369,928:1, the images that we provided come to life with exceptional clarity and depth.
The wide color coverage spanning sRGB, DCI-P3, and Adobe RGB ensures that our work looks stunning across various platforms.
While its color accuracy may not be perfect, its stunning visuals and practical design more than make up for it.
“The ViewSonic ColorPro VP16-OLED is a standout choice for photographers and videographers in need of a portable yet powerful monitor.” he added.
Design
Now that we have gotten all the praises out of the way, I particularly admire the versatile design of the monitor, which incorporates a tripod-ready and foldable stand.
This feature offers a seamless transition between outdoor shooting and indoor review sessions, making it incredibly convenient for photographers like me.
One of the aspects I appreciate most is its portability and lightweight nature, allowing me to easily carry it with me wherever I go.
Whether I’m capturing breathtaking landscapes outdoors or fine-tuning my shots indoors, the monitor’s compact and lightweight design ensures that I can set up my workstation effortlessly, enhancing my photography workflow.
Connectivity
Equipped with a variety of ports such as USB-C and micro HDMI, the VP16-OLED ensures smooth connectivity with all my devices.
Being an Android user, this option has served me exceptionally well.
Verdict
Overall, the ViewSonic ColorPro VP16-OLED stands out as an exceptional choice for professionals on the move.
Its image quality surpasses many portable monitors, offering vibrant colors and remarkable detail even in darker areas.
With its impressive brightness and wide color coverage, it delivers the level of performance expected from an OLED screen with 10-bit color depth.
The stand, while flexible, remains sturdy, providing a significant improvement over other models.
Although its color accuracy could see improvement, it remains a delight to use, particularly for graphic artists seeking a secondary or mobile display.
Rating:
Usability: 4/5
Affordability: 3/5
Design: 4/5
Value: 4/5
Overall: 4/5
