Monitors

BVE 2016 isn't all about cameras, and even though they are everywhere simply because manufacturers have to use them to display their accessories whether it be wireless solutions, lenses or monitors. We stopped by the TV Logic and Holdan booths where we saw a few new models that might be of interest to some of you.

Renowned monitor manufacturer SmallHD just added a couple of affordable 7-inch monitors to their 700 series monitor line-up. The new 701 Lite and 702 Lite monitors are the perfect tools for DSLR operators and those DoP's using Super 35 cameras with LOG gamma.

The good news is that AVtec are bringing out a couple of very affordable monitors for those on a tight budget. The XHD070 and the AVtec XHD070 Pro both cost below £180 and feature ultra-thin 7-inch IPS displays with 1280 x 800 resolution and are packed with professional features for focus and exposure.

Announced at NAB 2015, the Video Assist from Blackmagic Design quickly got the attention of video professionals planning on using the monitor in a variety of applications from 1st AC monitor to a director's monitor or just a general purpose monitoring solution for any camera operator.

Recenlty, the company also added the SmallHD 501 monitor, which retains the features of the 502 except for the SDI In/Out but at a lower price point, allowing DSLR users and those who do not have SDI capacity on their cameras to take advantage of the incredible features of the 500 series monitors from SmallHD.