- The Sony PVM-X1800 is a professional 18.4-inch 4K HDR Trimaster picture evaluation monitor, offering critical color accuracy and high-luminance performance for on-set and post-production environments.
- Ideal for DITs and cinematographers who require a portable yet high-resolution monitoring solution for HDR mastering and color grading on location.
- Rent this over standard field monitors to gain 1000-nit brightness and 10-bit color depth, ensuring your on-set monitoring matches the final delivery standards of high-end streaming platforms.
Sony PVM-X1800 4K HDR Trimaster 18"
Questions about this gear
Does the Sony PVM-X1800 support 4K 12G-SDI?
Yes, it features four 12G-SDI inputs and outputs, supporting single-cable 4K 60p signals for streamlined high-resolution workflows.
Can the PVM-X1800 be powered by batteries?
Yes, it includes a DC input (22V to 32V), allowing it to be powered by high-capacity cinema batteries for mobile or remote shoots.
Does it support User 3D LUTs?
Yes, the monitor allows users to load custom 3D LUTs (.cube files) via the USB port for accurate on-set look management.
Is the PVM-X1800 bright enough for outdoor use?
With a peak brightness of 1000 nits, it performs well in bright environments, though a sun hood is recommended for direct sunlight visibility.
About the Sony PVM-X1800 4K HDR Trimaster 18"
- Color-Matched with Trimaster BVM-HX310
- UHD 4K Display; 4 SDI I/O / 1 HDMI Input
- 1000 cd/m²; HDR EOTF & LUT Support
- Quad View, Scopes, VPID Support.
The 18.4" Sony PVM-X1800 4K HDR Trimaster High-Grade Picture Monitor is an addition to Sony's Grade 2 monitor hierarchy, and it is also designed to replicate the color space of Grade 1 BVM-series monitors, including the popular Trimaster BVM-HX310 color grading master monitor.
The PVM-X1800 features a UHD 4K display resolution and supports 4K and HD signals via four SDI inputs and an HDMI input. It also allows you to create a quad-view of four HD signals for comparison and other purposes. Each signal can have a different EOTF and different LUT applied. An HDR workflow is supported by a 1000 cd/m² brightness and wide color gamut. A wide range of supported HDR EOTFs include 2.4 (HDR), ITU-R BT.2100 (HLG), SMPTE ST2084, S-Log3, and S-Log3 (Live HDR). Other features include built-in scopes, zoom mode, VPID support, and more.
Positioning in Sony Monitor Lineup
The PVM-X1800 monitor falls into Sony's Grade 2 monitor hierarchy, suitable for viewing applications such as on set (DIT cart, video village), on location (in the field or in mobile trucks), and in editing suites or broadcast studios (playback, audio mixing, monitor wall, or machine room).
Color Matching with BVM-Series Monitors
The PVM-X1800 supports a wide color gamut. By design, it replicates the same color space as that of the Grade 1, BVM-series monitors, including the Trimaster BVM-HX310 color grading master monitor. With accurate color reproduction between the two types, content creators can be confident that content viewed on set will be reproduced in the color grading suite. The PVM-X1800 supports both UHD 4K and HD formats, as well as a wide range of HDR EOTFs including 2.4 (HDR), ITU-R BT.2100 (HLG), SMPTE ST2084, S-Log3, and S-Log3 (Live HDR).
Inputs and Outputs
The monitor provides two 12G/6G-SDI and two 3G-SDI inputs in addition to an HDMI input. This enables support for a 4K signal using a single cable. The inputs also support four 3G quad-link inputs for 4K, four independent HD inputs, or four HD signals fed to quad-view display.
Quad-View Display
The PVM-X1800 can be used to display a single UHD 4K or HD picture or can be put into quad-split view mode, enabling the simultaneous display of four independent HD signals. Each signal can have a different EOTF and different LUT applied. The quad-view mode is ideal for comparing different "looks", verifying exposure between cameras, or to monitor four different signals for space-saving convenience.
3D LUT Support
The monitor supports 3D user LUTs in .cube 33x33x33 and 17x17x17 formats. LUT files can be loaded via the USB port located at the front of the monitor. Up to 30 files can be stored. A user LUT can also be applied to signals connected over HDMI.
VPID Support
Video Payload Identifier (VPID) is ancillary data that can be set in the SDI input signal to assist a device to quickly decode the incoming video format. It is part of the SMPTE ST352 standard and is used to identify video format, color encoding, colorimetry, aspect ratio, and other factors. If a signal contains VPID data and the VPID feature is switched on, the PVM-X1800 monitor will automatically detect the flag and set monitor settings such as EOTF, RGB range, color space, and matrix to display the content correctly.
Internal Scopes
The PVM-X1800 provides internal scopes that can be used to measure and verify incoming signals. These include waveform (Luma (Y), RGB parade, YCbCr parade, and RGB overlay), SDR/HDR scales, vectorscope, and audio level meters, and all can be displayed simultaneously. Scope position is also selectable.
Renting the Sony PVM-X1800 4K HDR Trimaster 18" in Mumbai
This Sony PVM-X1800 4K HDR Trimaster 18" is delivered to your door anywhere in Mumbai and collected from the same address when your rental ends. Pick your dates on this page to see the exact price for your booking — rates are per day and drop for longer rentals, so weekly and monthly bookings cost less per day than the daily rate.
Most rentals in Mumbai are zero-deposit once your one-time Aadhaar-based KYC is done; high-value kits carry a refundable deposit returned when the gear comes back. Shooting early? Schedule delivery for the evening before so you start the day charged and tested.