Apple Cinema 20" Flat-Panel Display

Manufacturer:	Apple Computer
List price:	~~$799.99~~
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Apple Cinema 20" Flat-Panel Display

Average rating: Stars

Amazing Monitor!

Until recently I'd been working with the 17" Apple Studio Display, the beautiful companion to an equally stunning Cube. But demands of my work as a photographer necessitated upgrading to a Powermac G5. I continued to use the CRT monitor, convinced as have been most graphics professionals, that LCD monitors just don't cut it. The opportunity came to sell both the Cube and Apple Studio Display at a fair price, which left me with the decision of how best to replace the monitor. Prices have been coming down for the Apple Cinema Display and from what I'd read, they're more than a pretty piece of hardware.

I've been using the 20" model for a couple of weeks and have to say it is both gorgeous to look at on my desk, and pure pleasure to work with as I prepare images for publication. I'm both surprised and delighted to say I don't miss my old monitor at all. Colors are rendered beautifully and I have plenty of real estate within which to work in Photoshop. I have space for palettes as well as a good size version of an image. I can't comment on reduced eye strain, but I'm happy to know there is no flicker in this screen and I have an unquantifiable sense that my eyes are more relaxed after a few hours in front of this beauty. Apple scored big time with these monitors, especially at the current pricing structure.

You may be able to buy an LCD cheaper, but check the specs and look closely at the product before you buy. It is rare to find a product that is truly comparable in terms both of performance and appearance. Treat yourself!

Apple Cinema 20" Flat-Panel Display - Apple Computer

Pricey but beautiful..

First things first: the 20" Apple Cinema uses the same panel as the Dell Ultrasharp 2005FPW. I paid less than retail for the Cinema due to a coupon and another discount but regardless, the price was almost twice what the Dell cost (if caught during one of Dell's frequent sales or from a third party reseller). I repeat: the Dell and Apple use the SAME Philips panel. So why buy the Apple? I like the brushed aluminum case, stand and clean look. Frivolous but for something I have to look at every day, I find it important to have something that's pleasing to the eye. And please it does. It is truly a work of art that wouldn't be out of place in the Guggenheim. The resolution and response times are outstanding. Video is smooth with no noticeable artifacts. The display is very bright and has good off angle viewing. Using it in daylight with the windows open isn't a problem. The widescreen makes viewing and editing documents side by side easy. Did I mention bright? Bottom line, this is an outstanding display. The 20" widescreen is a good compromise between smaller 17"-19" displays and the almost too large 23"-24" screens. Larger is usually better for movies and television but for the desktop, I find the 23" and up a little too big. A best buy this isn't but a frivolous purchase once in a while won't kill you.

Apple Computer - Apple Cinema 20" Flat-Panel Display

A Stunning display

This is by far the best computer display I have ever seen in my 22 year affair with computers. The design of the display is just stunning - it's a jewel on your desktop or on your wall. It's bright (even in mid day full sunlight), it's crisp, the colors are alive/fantastic and it's very easy on the eyes. It is not only superior to any LCD I have seen to date but also better than any CRT I ever looked at (numerous - believe me, including all kind of mitsubishi, sony etc). I am truely excited about this monitor. By the way, DVD films look great on it too! Well worth the money. It will make you happy.
Cheers.

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