The Desview OL14 and OL16 monitors were designed to balance flagship performance with portability. They feature an aluminum chassis with a 4K (3840×2160) 13.3-inch and 16-inch AMOLED panels.
They have a claimed brightness of 1,500 nits, a 500,000:1 contrast ratio, and true 10-bit color. They cover 100% of DCI-P3.
Design-wise wise they share some similarities with offerings from SmallHD. The OL14 weighs 2.9 kg / 6.99 lb and the OL16 weighs 3.3 kg / 7.27 lb.
Key features
- Slim, edge-to-edge housing – 20% thinner, military-grade finish.
- AMOLED 4K panel – 1,500 nits daylight-visible
- 3× 3G-SDI + 2× HDMI –
- 3-second Quick-release
- VESA + Multi-mount points – 1/4″, 3/8″ threads for TX, lights, handles
According to Desview, each monitor undergoes rigorous panel screening and full-screen color uniformity control, and is individually factory-calibrated using a hardware 3D-LUT.
There are 3x SDI inputs and 3x SDI outputs. Desview has recessed the inputs and put protective edges around them. The company doesn’t list whether the SDI inputs/outputs are 12G-SDI or only 3G-SDI.
Additionally, there are 2x HDMI inputs and 12x HDMI outputs.
As you would expect, there is the usual array of video assist functions available. Desview doesn’t list anywhere if it is possible to load up your own LUTS, or to do any type of screen calibration.
I reached out to Desview, and they told me that you cannot load up user LUTs, and there are no additional calibration options.
The OL14/OL16 feature eight monitoring modes (single, dual, triple, and quad-view split). They support horizontal and vertical switching, so you don’t need to have multiple monitors.
As far as powering options are concerned, the monitors can be run via a 3-pin XLR DC input, a standard DC locking power cable, or from V-mount or AB Gold mount battery plates.
There are quick-release VESA plates and lots of 1/4-20″ and 3/8″ threads with ARRI locating pins for attaching accessories. The top handle can also be removed, and there are built-in, rotatable feet.
The monitors come with a quick-release sunhood that is fitted with a quick-release and magnets that snap on/off in seconds and protect the screen when packed.
There is a front Tally light that provides three different color signals: red, green, and blue. You can connect to the monitor’s rear interface to check the signal output status.
Pricing & Availability
The Desview OL14 retails for $899 USD, and the OL16 is $1,099 USD. This makes them very affordable options.
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