Portkeys has just launched a new lightweight 5″ on-camera monitor: the Portkeys PT5. This monitor can take HDMI input/output signals at up to 4K DCI at 24p or 4K UHD at up to 30p, it has a maximum brightness of 500 nits with all the monitoring tools you need to control your image properly, and it retails for only $169. So let’s take a closer look at Portkeys’ most affordable monitoring option yet! Chinese manufacturer Portkeys is well-known for creating innovative on-camera monitors and viewfinders with very aggressive price/feature ratios. For example, they recently released the Portkeys BM5 III WR that can control the RED Komodo and is now RED Approved. Also, I reviewed their Portkeys LH5P monitor earlier this year, a monitor under $400 can control your camera. The company has just released a new budget-friendly 5″ monitor that could be a good option for filmmakers that are just starting out. Image credit: Portkeys Portkeys PT5 – display The Portkeys PT5 is a 5″ monitor with one HDMI input and one HDMI output port. Having HDMI loop-through is pretty impressive on a monitor at that price level. Both in and out ports support resolutions up to 4K DCI at 24p, 4K UHD at up to 30p, FullHD at up to 60p. Loop-through HDMI on the Portkeys PT5. Image credit: Portkeys The HDMI ports are located on the left side of the monitor. There’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack in the middle of the ports. Portkeys PT5 5″ On-Camera Monitor....
Published By: CineD - Wednesday, 28 July, 2021