2015Monitors forum
Bon monitor performance and build quality compared to competitors
What the thread found
- Bon FM-073SCH delivers clear and bright image quality with good viewing angles even in direct sunlight as a field monitor.
- Bon monitors offer focus assist options suitable for on-camera and assistant use.
- Image quality and viewing angles on Bon monitors were preferred by one user over the Transvideo Cinemonitor 6 superbright in direct comparison.
- Some users reported precision issues with screw threads on Bon monitors, though not universally experienced.
- The included acrylic screen protector has limited practical value due to its reflective surface.
- Bon monitor controls are positioned on top for easier access rather than behind the unit.
- A trade-in package for approximately $1150 included the monitor, protective shield, cables, custom case, hood, rain cover, power adapter, and battery plate.
- A COG bracket compatible with Steadicam mounting was not available when one user purchased their Bon monitor.
Depends on
- Build quality consistency appears variable; screw thread precision issues reported by some but not others.
- One user had to fabricate custom mounting solutions for Steadicam use.
- The comparison to Transvideo and TVLogic is based on individual preference rather than objective measurement.
- Pricing and bundle contents are from a 2015 trade-in promotion and may not reflect current availability or cost.
- The forum discussion references unspecified focus assist features without detailed explanation of functionality.