EIZO announces 30.5-inch ColorEdge CG3100X monitor

The new EIZO Corporation 30.5-inch ColorEdge CG3100X color management monitor is the latest in EIZO's lineup of DCI 4K resolution monitors aimed squarely at post-production.

The new EIZO CG3100X features a high brightness of 500 cd/m², up from 350 cd/m² in the company's previous CG319X, while delivering highly detailed images in DCI 4K. It also boasts a high contrast ratio of 1800:1 for producing true blacks and rendering shadows in high detail.

It supports the hybrid log-gamma (HLG) transfer function for broadcasts and the perceptual quantization (PQ) curve, while the monitor’s Pixel Inspection function enables system managers to verify technical settings and reduce the likelihood of colorimetry errors. This feature basically allows users to select any pixel on the screen and display the color information from the source input data and the data as it appears on the monitor. System managers can use this information to ensure that creators’ settings match the project's predefined color parameters, making adjustments as needed to maintain a consistent production environment.

Key features

・97% Adobe RGB and 99% DCI-P3 color space reproduction

・3D LUT for enhanced color precision

・Screen uniformity with patented digital uniformity equalizer (DUE) technology

・Headphone jack for wired audio output

・DisplayPort and HDMI inputs that support up to DCI 4K at 60p 4:4:4 10- and 12-bit, respectively

・Light-shielding hood included

・5-year manufacturer's warranty

Following in the footsteps of the ColorEdge PROMINENCE CG1, the CG3100X is the next model in the ColorEdge series to support Fixed Rate Link (FRL), the latest signal technology supported in the latest HDMI specification. FRL is required to receive 12-bit signals, handle higher uncompressed high-resolution data, and take advantage of high-speed bandwidths for compressed video transport. This ensures that the monitor works reliably with devices using HDMI signals to manage data throughout the workflow.

The monitor is equipped with EIZO’s built-in calibration sensor technology and ColorNavigator 7 color management software. This eliminates the need for a third-party calibration device and ensures the screen maintains its color accuracy over time. The unit's design features punched metal on the back, enhancing airflow for effective heat management. Its internal fan operates at just 20 dB, ensuring a quiet workstation environment.

USB-C means that with a single cable, users can display video, access the monitor’s multi-port USB hub, and charge their device with up to 94W of power delivery. 

Pricing and availability

The ColorEdge CG3100X will begin shipping in July. Pricing is TBA at the moment, but by way of a guide the CG319X comes in at just shy of $6000