Even when your production is 4K, there's always a need for an HD monitor like the Sony 18.4" Full HD High-Grade LCD Studio/Field Monitor. This portable, 1920 x 1080 resolution monitor is designed to be used on set, in the studio, and for broadcast use. The monitor features an a-Si TFT Active Matrix LCD that features two 3G-SDI inputs, two SDI outputs, two HDMI inputs, one composite input, and one composite output.

The monitor also features stereo audio input and output, a speaker, and a headphone output. It can be managed remotely using Ethernet, and tally and image metadata can be displayed on the screen via Ethernet. There are numerous built-in image tools such as waveform, grid, markers, flip, anamorphic conversion, 2K input, white adjustment, and more.

18.4" Full HD 1920 x 1080 LCD Screen    3G-SDI, HDMI, Composite Inputs    IMD Tally, Source Name via Ethernet    False Color, Waveform, Camera Focus, AWB    2K Input Support, Camera/Lens Metadata    Yoke, Wall & Rack Mounting Options    Built-In Carry Handle

Thanks to Premium LCD technology, the color gamut is wide and the same as the color gamut of BVM-HX3110, BVM-HX310, PVM-X3200, PVM-X2400, PVM-X1800, and LMD-A240. Their colors are matched to each other on the screens. And the monitor supports ITU-R BT.2020, DCI-P3, S-GAMUT/S-GAMUT3/S-GAMUT3.cine, sRGB, and Adobe RGB.

The LMD-A180 supports EOTFs of ITU-R BT.2100(HLG), SMPTE ST2084, S-Log 3, S-Log3(Live HDR), S-Log2 and 2.4(HDR). When selecting one of the HDR EOTFs, the monitor automatically sets the backlight of its panel to the maximum luminance. With its wide color gamut, the LMD-A180 displays color reproduction that is close to that of Sony master monitors such as BVM-HX310. This allows LMD-A180 to easily and smoothly integrate into HDR production workflows.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. this monitor will display 4k when shutting w A6500 camera ?

A: Hi Cornel, you cannot monitor recording on an external monitor if Recording Format on this camera is set to XAVC S 4K. -Anthony

Q: 2. Hello, I'd like to know if I can see the audio levels as I'm shooting video with this monitor?

A: helloas far as i know there is no audio level displaybut you can hear sound with headphonesor internal speakeraudio in is within hdmi signalbestalbert

Q: 3. Might be a silly question, but can you monitor both S-Log2 and S-Log3? is there any difference in monitoring either?

A: Hi Frederick, yes. You can monitor any picture profile -Anthony

Q: 4. Is this compatible for the PXW-FS7?

A: Yes it is.

Q: 5. Can I mount this using my own 1/4-20 screw arm or do I have to use the built in shoe mount?

A: It has the universal 1/4-20 screw hole on the bottom. The shoe mount is for those who only have that on their cameras.

Q: 6. Is this compatible with Nikon D600?

A: This monitor is compatible with the Nikon D600.

Q: 7. What is the contrast ration for LMD-A180 ?

A: Sony does not publish the contrast ratio of the Sony 18.4" Full HD High-Grade LCD Studio/Field Monitor.

Q: 8. Is there a way to make this face forward? I need a monitor that will allow me to see myself for video podcasting.

A: answer its yes!

Q: 9. Can this monitor be powered from a D tap source.. does as d tap to the dc in jack exist? or a d tap to dummy battery that would fit?

A: You cannot power this monitor directly from a 14.4 d-tap battery. You need the power to come down somehow. Here is a cable that has a dummy coupler but you need to find a power source. IndiPRO Tools 2.1mm DC to NP-FW50 Dummy Battery Unregulated Cable B&H # IN21NRNP. If on a budget I would first try this. IndiPRO Tools Dual Sony L-Series Power System to Sony NP-FW50 Dummy Battery B&H # INDSLPA7. You need to supply the batteries. For total power here is a 14.4v battery system with the correct dummy battery coupler with the correct voltage. IndiPRO Tools V-Mount Battery and Plate with Sony NP-FW50 Dummy Battery Kit B&H # INPD95SK5 (B&H Kit)

Q: 10. I can't seem to make this monitor mirror what is on the display on the back of my A7rii. For instance, when I record video, it only shows the camera's view of the video being recorded. What I want is for it to show the video along with all of the settings, audio levels, etc that are on the back of the camera. How do I do this?

A: Your question is the opposite of most customers in that you want the display of information. Most do not. In the menu, there is a setting that cycles what is displayed externally.