So i'm looking at two monitors as follows below. I've listed pro's and con's for each but was hoping to hear opinions from current users and and comments on brand quality for the two to better form my descion in the remainder of the week.
for reference, this is being used for heavy autocad work and graphics in a home studio environment. Both have the same form factor depth, so it becomes a screen size and quality issue. CRT's for 9 hour days have finally dulled my eyes and they need something less bright, as well as their not being enough space for construction documents on my table next to the computer.
It would be purchased on Dell credit with a monthly pay of 50.00 to pay of the credit line in 13 months with ~43.00 in interest. Your opinions on that are also welcome.
Thanks for any thoughts on the subject
DELL UltraSharp 1901FP 19-inch Flat Panel Monitor
Pros:
Dual input
large amount of resolution options
portraite/landscape swivel screen
built in usb hub
larger screen acerage
Cons:
Poor warrenty if not used with a dell system
flimsy stand
SONY CORPORATION DeluxePro SDM-X82/B 18-inch Multimedia
Pro's:
Built in speakers
Nice cable managment
Dual input
larger viewing angles
better warrenty
Con's:
Smaller screen acerage for same $
no usb hub
longer shipping time (1-2 weeks vs 1 day)
fewer refresh rates
no Portrait/Landscape panel rotation
What are your opinions on the two brands and just generaly which is a better deal?