Capture the Moment from Screen to Print

Exclusive Screen-to-Print Solution

The SW242Q utilizes a fine-coating anti-reflection panel to eliminate glare. This gives you a simulated paper-texture visual experience on screen and, in conjunction with Paper Color Sync software, gives you the ultimate editing experience in bringing your work from screen to print.

Fine-Coated Panel

Reflection-Free Retouching

Certified with TUV Rheinland Reflection-Free Certifications, the SW242Q utilizes a fine-coating anti-reflection panel to eliminate glare and reflections. This gives you a simulated paper-texture visual experience on screen even in different types of ambient lighting.

Fine-Coated Panel

Precise Soft-Proofing

Offering the finest creative experiences with color consistency to simulate paper texture on-screen, and Paper Color Sync for accurate printed output, BenQ achieved unparalleled color performance beyond the industry standard.

The AQCOLOR Advantage

BenQ AQCOLOR technology delivers 'Accurate Reproduction.' This translates to the display of color precisely as it is intended to appear. Led by a color expert, the BenQ team took part in the ICC* and ISO** to establish color-related standards and implementation guidelines. With Delta E ? 1.5 and BenQ ICCsync, SW242Q offers out-of-the-box and easy-to-reach color accuracy. The 16-bit 3D lookup table (LUT) improves color blending for precise reproduction.

Third-Gen Uniformity Technology

Create with confidence. Enjoy consistent color accuracy and brightness consistency in every panel.

Accuracy Guarantee

BenQ PhotoVue monitors are accredited with Calman Verified, Pantone Validated and Pantone SkinTone Validated certifications. Creative professionals demand color excellence, and BenQ delivers. Moreover, SW242Q supports world-leading video calibration software, Calman and ColourSpace. Adjust your display's 3D LUT (Lookup Table) for accuracy and consistency at all levels.

Hardware Calibration Simplified with Precision

Calibrate your monitor effortlessly with BenQ's exclusive hardware calibration software, Palette Master Ultimate. Choose the color gamut through intuitive user interfaces and achieve optimal color consistency in just three simple steps.

Pantone Connect Premium

Go digital with BenQ, the first brand to work with Pantone on a mobile app. As an existing owner or a new purchaser of BenQ professional monitors, you get one year of free Pantone Connect Premium for digitally mobile color consistency and accuracy.

Video Format Support

SW242Q helps professionals get the best video results with HDR support and multiple video formats.

SDI to HDMI Device Compatibility

Connect your SDI devices to the monitor for stable and non-compressed signal transmission and real image video quality. *Black Magic Teranex Mini SDI to HDMI 12G, Black Magic Micro Converter SDI to HDMI, Black Magic DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G, AJA Hi5 12G, AJA KONA5.

HDR10 Support
HDR10 compatibility makes it perfect to preview the HDR effect of video content during the editing process for best results.

P3 Color Preview

The wider P3 color coverage delivers truest colors, giving you an accurate preview of your video projects.

Chroma Sampling Support

Combined with the above video format compatibilities, SW242Q supports 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0 sampling in determining monitor fidelity.

Expand Your Mac Devices

Quick to transfer various data and deliver power up to 90W. Your Thunderbolt 3/4 devices are compatible with USB-C on BenQ displays, ensuring consistent and seamless work efficiency.

Unleash Creativity with Comfort

Position your monitor for optimal comfort. With a variety of tilt, swivel, and pivot control points, whether you’re working on design or presenting your ideas to clients, there’s always the right spot and the right angle to do it.

Effortless Connectivity

Quick to transfer various data and deliver power up to 90W. Your Thunderbolt 3/4 devices are compatible with USB-C on BenQ displays, ensuring consistent and seamless work efficiency

Elegance Leatherette Base

The leatherette base not only elevates your workspace with a touch of elegance but also saves space for what truly matters.

Optional Shading Hood

Designed to effectively reduce unwanted glare from ambient lighting, the SH242 shading hood delivers assured color accuracy for all photographers.

*The shading hood is specifically designed for landscape orientation and is NOT compatible with multi-screen setups.