Description
Flanders Scientific V270 26.5″ QD-OLED HDR Reference Monitor
The Flanders Scientific V270 is a 26.5-inch QD-OLED HDR reference monitor engineered for professional color grading, post-production, editorial, VFX, and critical image evaluation workflows. Featuring the same premium Quantum Dot OLED panel technology found in Flanders Scientific’s flagship XMP270, the V270 delivers exceptional image accuracy, deep blacks, outstanding contrast, and impressive HDR performance in a more accessible and streamlined package.
Designed for professional environments that primarily require HDMI and DisplayPort connectivity, the V270 provides reliable reference monitoring without the additional cost and complexity of SDI infrastructure. Its native 4K UHD resolution, 10-bit color processing, and advanced calibration capabilities make it an excellent solution for colorists, editors, visual effects artists, and production facilities demanding consistent image quality.
Next-Generation QD-OLED Technology for HDR Monitoring
At the heart of the V270 is a 26.5-inch Quantum Dot OLED panel with a native resolution of 3840 x 2160. Its self-emissive pixel architecture provides precise pixel-level luminance control, delivering exceptionally deep blacks, outstanding contrast, and accurate highlight reproduction without the blooming or haloing associated with conventional LCD displays.
With approximately 1,000 nits of peak luminance at an 18% window and a 250-nit full-screen luminance, the V270 is designed to handle demanding HDR monitoring applications. Its RGB-additive QD-OLED technology also maintains impressive colour volume, preserving saturation and colour accuracy throughout the luminance range.
Supporting PQ (ST 2084) and HLG transfer functions, the V270 is well-suited to professional HDR and SDR workflows where accurate highlight detail, shadow reproduction, and consistent colour performance are essential.
Professional Colour Accuracy with GaiaColor AutoCal
The V270 comes factory calibrated by Flanders Scientific and incorporates GaiaColor AutoCal for highly accurate volumetric automatic calibration. By connecting a compatible measurement probe directly to the monitor, users can profile and calibrate the display without requiring an external computer or separate calibration software.
Its advanced colour management system stores calibration data internally, allowing users to switch between different colour space selections while maintaining consistent and predictable results.
The V270 also supports third-party calibration solutions, including Calman and ColourSpace, providing flexibility for facilities with established colour management workflows. Advanced tetrahedral LUT interpolation further improves calibration precision, delivering more accurate colour reproduction than conventional trilinear interpolation.
Professional Monitoring Tools and Image Analysis
Beyond its impressive display technology, the V270 incorporates a comprehensive selection of professional monitoring tools designed to support critical image evaluation and quality control.
Features include customizable false colour exposure monitoring, blue-only, red-only and green-only modes, monochrome monitoring, screen markers, and frame luminance monitoring. Its PQ-based LUM Colouring mode allows users to configure HDR exposure monitoring using specific nit-based reference levels.
Custom marker support also allows users to upload their own frame guides, overlays, and monitoring graphics, making the V270 adaptable to different production and post-production requirements.
Built-in GaiaColor Analyzer provides convenient calibration quality control directly on the monitor. By connecting a compatible measurement probe, users can generate detailed calibration reports in as little as 60 seconds, without requiring additional software or a computer.
High-Speed Connectivity and Low-Latency Processing
The V270 features HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 connectivity, supporting modern UHD video workflows and input signals up to 120Hz. Unlike Flanders Scientific’s higher-end XMP and VP models, the V270 omits SDI connectivity, making it particularly suitable for facilities and workstations operating primarily through HDMI and DisplayPort.
Its high-quality bicubic scaling engine provides clear and detailed image reproduction when monitoring HD and UHD sources. Near-real-time processing helps maintain exceptionally low latency, while 1:1 pixel mapping allows users to inspect incoming signals without scaling.
The V270 also supports accurate interlaced signal monitoring, making it useful for broadcast quality control and identifying potential field-related image issues. Stereoscopic 3D monitoring is supported when paired with optional active 3D glasses.
Fanless Aluminium Construction for Professional Environments
Designed for demanding studio environments, the V270 features a robust aluminium chassis and an integrated graphite heatsink that efficiently dissipates heat without requiring cooling fans. This fanless architecture ensures quiet operation, making it particularly suitable for sound-sensitive grading suites, editing rooms, and post-production facilities.
The monitor also supports Ethernet-based remote control through Flanders Scientific’s free IP Remote Utility, allowing users to adjust monitor settings, switch inputs, and control functions remotely from compatible Mac and Windows computers. Additional RS-485 and GPI contact-closure control options provide integration flexibility for professional installations.
A Professional HDR Reference Monitor Without Unnecessary Complexity
The Flanders Scientific V270 delivers premium QD-OLED reference monitoring in a streamlined package designed for modern post-production workflows. Combining native 4K resolution, advanced colour management, GaiaColor AutoCal, professional image analysis tools, and HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 connectivity, it provides the accuracy and performance required for critical visual work.
Whether used for colour grading, editorial, VFX, graphics, or HDR quality control, the V270 offers a compelling reference monitoring solution for professionals who need Flanders Scientific image quality without requiring SDI connectivity.
Key Specifications:
- Display Size: 26.5-inch
- Panel Technology: Quantum Dot OLED (QD-OLED)
- Native Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (UHD 4K)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Colour Depth: 10-bit (1.073 billion colours)
- Contrast Ratio: Approximately 1,500,000:1
- Maximum Luminance: Approximately 1,000 nits at 18% window
- Full-Screen Luminance: Approximately 250 nits
- Viewing Angle: 179°
- HDR Support: PQ (ST 2084) and HLG
- Colour Space Support: Rec.709, DCI-P3, Rec.2020 and Custom
- Calibration: GaiaColor AutoCal, Calman and ColourSpace compatibility
- LUT Processing: Advanced tetrahedral LUT interpolation
- Video Inputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4
- Refresh Rate: Up to 120Hz input support
- Audio Output: 3.5mm headphone output and optical S/PDIF
- Mounting: 100mm VESA
- Cooling: Passive fanless cooling
Features Include:
- Flanders Scientific V270 26.5″ QD-OLED HDR Reference Monitor
- Quantum Dot OLED Technology: Exceptional contrast, deep blacks, and accurate HDR highlight reproduction.
- Native 4K UHD Resolution: 3840 x 2160 resolution for detailed professional image evaluation.
- 10-Bit Colour Processing: Supports over 1.07 billion colours for smooth tonal transitions.
- GaiaColor AutoCal: Direct-connect volumetric automatic calibration without requiring a computer.
- GaiaColor Analyzer: Built-in calibration quality control and reporting.
- Advanced Colour Management: Rec.709, DCI-P3, Rec.2020 and custom colour space selections.
- Professional HDR Support: PQ and HLG transfer functions for modern HDR workflows.
- Advanced Monitoring Tools: False colour, LUM Colouring, monochrome, RGB-only modes, markers and more.
- HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4: Modern connectivity with support for high refresh rate signals.
- Low-Latency Image Processing: High-quality bicubic scaling and 1:1 pixel mapping.
- Stereoscopic 3D Support: Compatible with optional active 3D glasses.
- Fanless Aluminium Chassis: Quiet, reliable cooling for professional studio environments.
- Remote Control: Ethernet, RS-485 and GPI control options.