If you need a content authoring monitor, pay attention to the Samsung ViewFinity S8, as it comes with good features and relatively balanced price what these types of screens framed in the professional segment are usually worth.

Samsung is one of the largest sellers of screens, from TVs to consumer monitors of various functions and prices. The ViewFinity line is unique in that it targets creative and content creators or users who appreciate its capabilities for computer production of any kind.

Samsung ViewFinity S8

The series is available in two sizes 27 and 32 inches diagonally. They feature flat matte IPS panels that offer native UHD resolution 3840 x 2160 pixels and cover 98 percent of the DCI-P3 color space. The first supports the high dynamic range of the HDR400, while the second achieves the HDR600.

Its contrast ratio is 1,000: 1, the response time is 5 ms and the viewing angles reach 178 degrees. For this type of monitor, color display is important and the range is certified Pantone verified Y Pantone SkinTone verified. It also claims to be the first UL-certified glare-free monitor.

The monitors have a ergonomic base that allows all kinds of adjustments, in height, inclination, rotation or pin, in addition with a VESA support so that it can be hung on the wall. They have a Display Port, HDMI and USB-C input connectors, a USB hub with several ports, including a 90-watt peripheral charging port, and a headphone jack.

Samsung includes several features that allow you to take full advantage of these monitors, such as picture-in-picture, picture-by-picture, DHW certification against blue light, and energy-saving features such as TCO and EPEAT.

The Samsung ViewFinity S8 will be available later this month. The company did not state the official price, although according to the media such as Digital photography reviewwill have the appropriate prices around $ 557 and $ 634 for two versions with 27 and 32 inches. If confirmed, these are relatively limited prices due to their characteristics and what these types of models for creatives and content creators usually cost.