LCD monitors have really started to advance over the last couple of years. Manufactures have been able to cram more and more pixels into smaller and smaller areas. It was only a matter of time before someone caught up with the pixel count of smallhd’s DP6. At less then a quarter of the price () the H005 real pic 5.6 inch monitor has the same screen resolution, hdmi input, 1/4 20 adapter, and BNC input connectors (an optional $400 upgrade on the DP6). It also uses the same Sony NP series batteries as my CLM-55 monitor.
According to their sales pitch, the also has a “5d mode” that keeps the monitor from blinking when you press record on the 5d mark II or t2i cameras. It also has more screen real estate then the Lilliput 569 monitor (on the right). It’s probably not as durable as the Marshall or Smallhd options, which are both made out of aluminum, but $220 is a pretty good price for a monitor with these features. I may have to order one just to test it out and see how the color and contrast stack up against my Sony CLM V55, and Smallhd DP4. I’ll let you know if I end up pulling the trigger.
According to the listing this monitor does have focus peaking, but I couldn’t really tell how well it does based on the pictures included with the listing. I don’t normally use the feature on my other monitors, but it is a good confidence check if you are unsure.
This looks like a great option! I was actually getting ready to pull the trigger on a Sony CLM-V55, but this looks like a waaay better option. Especially since my biggest complaint about the Sony was that the only way to access functions was through one single wheel button.
The scroll wheel on the CLM-V55 is kind of a pain and the DP4 has the same sort of interface. The buttons are nice, but I wonder how the colors stack up on this monitor. I just ordered one, shipping is from Hong Kong will probably take almost a month. So I’ll post some pictures and put together a review once it shows up.
They even have an optional Canon LP-E6 battery Adapter. I am looking for a monitor for months and this is the best(affordable) monitor i have seen until now. But damn i doubt this will ever ship to my country. It will end up stuck at the customs, asking me to pay more money or the “guys” there will steal it (or it will ship just fine). Definately a risk losing 230$=180€. If anybody knows a european seller please tell me.
Hello Deejay. I bought a new model (2012) Lilliput 5DII 7″. His very poor quality, the image is very sux, the definition is so poor, not help in focus. I not recommend. I’ll hope your review from this H005. thank.
I’ve seen the new generation of wireless monitors. $499 isn’t to bad, but I haven’t really had any need for it over the past few years. If I could think of something I really had to have a wireless monitor for it might be worth it, but nothing has come up so far.
Any updates on this monitor? It seems like you concentrated on the Nexus 7 for a monitoring solution. I’m very interested in this, but I’d like to see a video review. Thanks!
May 15th, 2012 at 4:35 pm
That would be awesome if you could try one and report back. I need a monitor like this badly. This is kind of my price point.
May 16th, 2012 at 4:19 pm
Just ordered one Dave, It ships form Hong Kong so It’ll probably be a month before I’ll get my hands on it.
May 15th, 2012 at 5:20 pm
I would love to see a review too!
Looks very nice for the price tag.
May 15th, 2012 at 5:48 pm
i got roasted on another site when i complained about the price of the new dp7! ooopps.
We are not all film students or independently wealthy.
But we all want great gear at afford price.
with this new monitor, u didn’t mention anything about focusing aides.
I’m still learning how to use my dp6, but in static situations the FA help alot, but when the subject is moving around they are much less helpful…
But then again, it may just be me…
May 15th, 2012 at 8:11 pm
According to the listing this monitor does have focus peaking, but I couldn’t really tell how well it does based on the pictures included with the listing. I don’t normally use the feature on my other monitors, but it is a good confidence check if you are unsure.
May 16th, 2012 at 8:07 am
This looks like a great option! I was actually getting ready to pull the trigger on a Sony CLM-V55, but this looks like a waaay better option. Especially since my biggest complaint about the Sony was that the only way to access functions was through one single wheel button.
If you don’t try this out first, I will! 🙂
May 16th, 2012 at 4:18 pm
The scroll wheel on the CLM-V55 is kind of a pain and the DP4 has the same sort of interface. The buttons are nice, but I wonder how the colors stack up on this monitor. I just ordered one, shipping is from Hong Kong will probably take almost a month. So I’ll post some pictures and put together a review once it shows up.
May 16th, 2012 at 8:17 am
This monitor looks awesome.
They even have an optional Canon LP-E6 battery Adapter. I am looking for a monitor for months and this is the best(affordable) monitor i have seen until now. But damn i doubt this will ever ship to my country. It will end up stuck at the customs, asking me to pay more money or the “guys” there will steal it (or it will ship just fine). Definately a risk losing 230$=180€. If anybody knows a european seller please tell me.
May 16th, 2012 at 4:39 pm
Hello Deejay. I bought a new model (2012) Lilliput 5DII 7″. His very poor quality, the image is very sux, the definition is so poor, not help in focus. I not recommend. I’ll hope your review from this H005. thank.
May 18th, 2012 at 4:27 am
Oh wait. Wireless monitors are coming in. maybe we should wait a bit http://www.ebay.com/itm/Flashpoint-LCD-8-Monitor-Remote-cameras-HDMI-port-BV81HD-/390361596041?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ae35d4089
May 21st, 2012 at 7:19 am
I’ve seen the new generation of wireless monitors. $499 isn’t to bad, but I haven’t really had any need for it over the past few years. If I could think of something I really had to have a wireless monitor for it might be worth it, but nothing has come up so far.
May 23rd, 2012 at 10:42 am
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January 5th, 2013 at 6:58 am
Any updates on this monitor? It seems like you concentrated on the Nexus 7 for a monitoring solution. I’m very interested in this, but I’d like to see a video review. Thanks!
January 5th, 2013 at 6:59 am
Durp…I just found the article. Sorry!