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A good place to start this review is likely with the disclaimer that I am not really qualified to produce atechnicalreview of this monitor. I am a photographer, not a colour scientist. To properly put this fascinating new LCD monitor through its paces would require more test equipment than I have available, not to mention more knowledge of colour science and monitor technology than I have at my disposal.
But, since this is a device aimed squarely at the photo professional, I will report what I see, and how it compares to some other benchmark displays. I will also discuss the technology used, why it's important, and what we might expect in the future.
Firstly, do not confuse theNEC 2180WGwith the2180UX. TheUXis a very nice 21" LCD monitor that sells for about $1,500. This is essentially the same monitor as the popular and well regardedLaCie 321. The brand new2180WGmodel is a whole new ball game though. A very expensive ball game at that, given that it retails in the US for about $6,50...

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