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BenQ SW270C Photographer 27" 16:9 HDR IPS Monitor

BH #BESW270C • MFR #SW270C
 78 reviews
BenQ SW270C Photographer 27" 16:9 HDR IPS Monitor
Key Features
  • 27" In-Plane Switching (IPS) Panel
  • HDMI 2.0 | DisplayPort 1.4 | USB Type-C
  • 2560 x 1440 @ 60 Hz Native Resolution
  • 1000:1 Static Contrast Ratio
The SW270C Photographer 27" 16:9 HDR IPS Monitor from BenQ has been built for those who require color accuracy, with support for 100% of the sRGB and Rec. 709 color gamuts, 99% of the Adobe RGB color gamut, 97% of the DCI-P3 and Display P3 color gamuts, and HDR10. Driven by BenQ's AQCOLOR technology and a resolution of 2560 x 1440 with a 60 Hz refresh rate, the SW270C helps deliver improved accuracy and productivity using 10-bit support for 1.07 billion colors, a 16-bit look up table (LUT) that improves RGB color blending, and Delta E≤2 in Adobe RGB and sRGB color spaces for a more representative view of the original image.
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BenQ SW270C Overview

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The SW270C Photographer 27" 16:9 HDR IPS Monitor from BenQ has been built for those who require color accuracy, with support for 100% of the sRGB and Rec. 709 color gamuts, 99% of the Adobe RGB color gamut, 97% of the DCI-P3 and Display P3 color gamuts, and HDR10. Driven by BenQ's AQCOLOR technology and a resolution of 2560 x 1440 with a 60 Hz refresh rate, the SW270C helps deliver improved accuracy and productivity using 10-bit support for 1.07 billion colors, a 16-bit look up table (LUT) that improves RGB color blending, and Delta E≤2 in Adobe RGB and sRGB color spaces for a more representative view of the original image.

The SW270C features In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology, an anti-glare panel coating, a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio, a static contrast ratio of 1000:1, a dynamic contrast ratio of 20M:1, a 300 cd/m2 brightness rating, 109 ppi, and a 5 ms (GtG) response time. Using the 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles, it is possible to watch content from virtually any position. There are also two HDMI 2.0 inputs, one DisplayPort 1.4 input, and one USB Type-C port that supports DP alt mode, audio, device charging up to 60W, and data transfer speeds up to 5 Gb/s. Additional connectivity is achieved using two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports (downstream) and one USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-B port (upstream). Audio can be output using the 3.5mm headphone jack.

BenQ's BESW270C also supports HDCP 2.2, Picture in Picture (PiP), Picture by Picture (PbP), Advanced Black & White Mode, which lets users preview different black and white presets to preview photos, a GamutDuo Mode, which lets users preview the same photo side by side using two different color gamuts, native 24p/25p frame rate playback for film and video editors, and more. To further help improve viewing and accessibility, it features a vertical tilt of -5 to 20°, a left/right swivel of ±45°, a pivot of 90°, and a height adjustment of 5.9". It is certified for Mac, Windows 10, 8.1, 8, and 7, Pantone, and CalMAN.

Please note that 10-bit color is only supported using USB Type-C and DisplayPort.

General Features
AQCOLOR Technology
Devoted to meet professional color standards, BenQ has developed AQCOLOR technology to uphold the concept of "accurate reproduction." BenQ has invited a color expert to lead the team, and also joined ICC (International Color Consortium) and ISO (International Standard Organization) to establish color-related standards and implementation.
Wide Color Gamut Coverage
The BenQ SW270C meets high color standards by covering 99% of Adobe RGB gamut, 100% of sRGB/Rec.709, and 97% of DCI-P3/Display P3, resulting in a more realistic color representation for outdoor and nature photography.
16-Bit Look Up Table
The 16-bit look up table (LUT) improves RGB color blending accuracy, resulting in more accurate color reproduction and Delta E ≤ 2 in Adobe RGB and sRGB color spaces to render a true and representative view of the original image.
10-Bit Color Depth for Smoother Gradations
The SW270C provides smooth color gradations with its 10-bit panel from a 16-bit look up table (LUT) by gamma correction, which shows more than one billion colors for natural color transitions and subtle shading.
Uniformity Technology
Achieved via delicate processes utilizing a high-precision apparatus to fine-tune the color and the brightness at hundreds of sub-regions on the entire screen, BenQ Uniformity Technology offers screen-wide precise color from corner to corner for authentic and consistent viewing experiences.
Consistent Color, Convenient Monitor Usage
In every production line, BenQ has utilized a well-prepared instrument to ensure that monitors from different production lines will display color at same level. Photographers will perceive the consistent color when working on dual monitors.
Hardware Calibration Produces Consistent Image Quality
Hardware calibration allows you to adjust the monitor's internal image processing chip without changing the graphics card output data, keeping displayed images consistent with the original content without being affected by graphic card setting.
Palette Master Element Calibration Software
With the use of Palette Master Element and a calibrator, you can customize the color setting or maintain the color performance of the monitor.
Professionally Factory Calibrated
BenQ's SW270C monitor offers the out-of-box color accuracy that guarantees users can enjoy trustworthy color performance.
Display Every Scene with Details
More and more photographers are using digital cameras to capture the moment and to preserve episode in life. The BenQ SW270C adopts HDR and supports various video formats to replay your vivid times dynamically.
HDR Brings More Dynamic Footage
The SW270C is equipped with HDR10 technology so that videographers can preview the HDR effect of the video content during the editing process, helping to ensure desirable outcomes for their final works.
Native Cadence for Film Content
The SW270C supports 24p/25p film content to be displayed at its native cadence without a pulldown which can distort playback of the source video.
Intuitive Designs for Work Efficiency
Photographers would be free from repetitive actions for photo retouching and video editing. BenQ offers customizable designs to boost the work efficiency.
USB Type-C Port
The USB Type-C port provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gb/s, plus device charging up to 60W, audio, and video via DisplayPort Alt mode. This port will also work with Thunderbolt 3 hosts.
Shading Hood
A specially designed detachable shading hood can effectively reduce the monitor's screen glare from ambient lighting for improved color accuracy.
Advanced Black & White Mode
Color photos are displayed in enhanced black and white film effect. Choose from three different black and white presets to preview your photos before the actual adjustment.
GamutDuo Mode
Photo preview is enabled to present the same image in two color gamuts side by side for added comparison.
Hotkey Puck G2
Preferred color modes and features are designated as quick access to widely used settings.
UPC: 840046041113

BenQ SW270C Specs

Key Specs
Display Size
27"
Panel Type
IPS-Type LCD
Resolution
2560 x 1440
Maximum Brightness
300 nits / cd/m2
HDR Compatibility
HDR10
Bit Depth / Color Support
10-Bit (1.07 Billion Colors)
Color Gamut
100% sRGB
100% Rec. 709
99% Adobe RGB
97% DCI-P3
Finish
Anti-Glare / Matte
Inputs
1 x DisplayPort (1.4)
2 x HDMI (2.0)
Outputs
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
USB I/O
1 x Mini-USB Unspecified Version
1 x USB-B 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
1 x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Built-In Speakers
No
Display
Display Size
27"
Panel Type
IPS-Type LCD
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Resolution
2560 x 1440
Maximum Brightness
300 nits / cd/m2
HDR Compatibility
HDR10
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio
20,000,000:1
Response Time
5 ms (GtG)
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
Variable Refresh Technology
None
Bit Depth / Color Support
10-Bit (1.07 Billion Colors)
Color Gamut
100% sRGB
100% Rec. 709
99% Adobe RGB
97% DCI-P3
Viewing Angle (H x V)
178 x 178°
Screen Area
23.49 x 13.21" / 596.7 x 335.6 mm
Dot Pitch
0.2331 x 0.2331 mm
Pixels Per Inch (ppi)
109 ppi
Pixel Clock Frequency
600 MHz
Look-Up Table
16-Bit
Finish
Anti-Glare / Matte
Touchscreen Technology
None
Connectivity
Inputs
1 x DisplayPort (1.4)
2 x HDMI (2.0)
Outputs
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
HDCP Support
Yes, Version 2.2
USB I/O
1 x Mini-USB Unspecified Version
1 x USB-B 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
1 x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
USB Power Delivery
60 W (via USB-C)
Multi-Input Support (PIP/PBP)
Picture-in-Picture (PIP), Picture-by-Picture (PBP)
Speaker
Built-In Speakers
No
Media Card Reader
1 x SDXC/MMCplus Hybrid
Supported File Formats
Supported Languages
Arabic
Czech
Dutch
English
French
German
Hungarian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Polish
Portuguese
Romanian
Russian
Simplified Chinese
Spanish
Swedish
Traditional Chinese
Environmental
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Operating Humidity
10 to 90%
Power Consumption
Standby: 0.5 W
Typical: 36.0 W
AC Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Adapter Type
Internal
General
Height Adjustment
5.91" / 150 mm
Rotation Adjustment
90°
Swivel Adjustment
90° (-45 to 45°)
Tilt Adjustment
-5 to 20°
Mounting-Hole Pattern
100 x 100 mm
Lock Slot
Yes, Kensington
Dimensions
24.2 x 24.1 x 8.4" / 613.8 x 611 x 213.4 mm (with Stand)
24.2 x 14.5 x 2.5" / 613.8 x 368.9 x 62.7 mm (without Stand)
Weight
20.94 lb / 9.5 kg (with Stand)
14.33 lb / 6.5 kg (without Stand)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
29 x 20 x 16"

BenQ SW270C Reviews

Just buy it!

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-16

WOW! Professional full-time photographer for over 35 years and this is the most important piece of my workflow I have ever purchased. I only wish I had purchased this monitor the day it hit the market. The most accurate color I have ever seen on a monitor. Monitor arrived perfectly professionally calibrated at the factory. Color correcting in Lightroom is faster, easier and more accurate. Period. Just buy it!

Thumbs up

By Paul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-01

Feels like quality, I did a fair amount of research and thought this was the best fit for my MacMini M2 pro. Only issue is screen will occasionally flicker or turn off then back on within about a second. Not a deal breaker as long as it does not get worse. Color brightness is good for me.

A truly great Monitor

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-13

This is a truly great Monitor. I have printed digital prints for photographers for about 15 years. I had 2 Eizo monitors for the past 12 years, and this is the first Monitor that is as good as they were. The packaging was among the best I have seen. It was in great condition even though FedEx shipped it to the wrong location twice. Set-up took some time, and the calibration with my existing Calibrite tools went great. I like their Hood which is included, (I use hoods on all of my Monitors.) There are still a couple of features to learn, but I am verry happy to have this BenQ monitor, It works well, the color is great, and I expect to purchase another one the next time I need one. I Love It.

The SW series does not have flicker free or blue light tech

By Madeline
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-24

I was about to purchase this monitor and was going over the specs. I suddenly noticed there was no mention of Eye Care or Flicker. After contacting Benq I learned that they have made this monitor to be extremely color accurate and according to them, therefore did not include anti-flicker or blue light technology. I'm posting this because I suspect that others, like myself, pretty much assume Benq is especially eye friendly.

Best Screen Ever

By Jerry
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-15

As a Professional Photographer,I enjoy finding a product that actually cuts time down and increases productivity . I have been using other high end screens by brand but this is the best and most color accurate I have ever owned. The options offered for the screen are built in and dead on Accurate. It has already saved paper and printer inks each time I use it! I recommend this product if you care about Quality! It is impressive from the moment you open the box, it's construction is Metal, Impressively , Tooled, and once assembled You will be happily surprised about its performance as an addition to your Studio's Reputation for Quality and Turn Around time.

Nice Monitor

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-10

Nice monitor. Set up with minimal difficulty.

Lack of auto switching in 2022 monitor is a joke

By MICHAEL
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-26

Lack of auto switching in 2022 monitor is a joke

Don't buy this monitor!

By Mark
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-12

I hate this monitor. It worked great for a month or so and now it never connects to my computer. Constantly tells me it has no incoming signal. I spend way too much time reorganizing my cables, trying new cables, etc to see if I can get a combination to match. I also haven't had any luck with their customer service. Two strikes and you're out!!! AVOID THIS AT ALL COSTS...

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