Choosing the right type of 3D monitor
Active or passive – which technology is right for me?
To help you decide, Josef Schneider compares active and passive 3D monitors in Surveying News: The world of 3D technology has made considerable progress and 3D monitors in particular now offer impressive viewing experiences. There are two main types of 3D monitors: active and passive. Active 3D monitors use shutter glasses that alternately display images to each eye, which allows for higher resolution and more intense depth perception, but can be more expensive and eye-straining. Passive 3D monitors use lighter, polarized glasses that flicker less and are less expensive, but generally offer lower image quality. The choice of a suitable monitor depends on individual requirements: Active 3D is suitable for more intensive applications such as films and games, while passive 3D is ideal for more cost-effective and eye-friendly solutions, particularly in the GIS and mapping sector.
