Eizo FlexScan S2242W

1900×1200 resolution

Control panel

This is a very good all-around monitor, but depending on your needs the 22″ size might be a limiting factor for graphics professionals.—Steve Baczewski

1920x1200 resolution, price

Pixel density can make it less ergonomic to use than larger monitors

To create the Eizo FlexScan S2242W, Eizo has trimmed one of its superlative monitors to nearly the bare minimum — but the core product is good, and offers good value for money if you need outstanding image quality.

1920x1200 resolution, price

Pixel density can make it less ergonomic to use than larger monitors

To create the Eizo FlexScan S2242W, Eizo has trimmed one of its superlative monitors to nearly the bare minimum – but the core product is good, and offers good value for money if you need outstanding image quality.

We use the DVI input for testing. The graphic card is Geforce 7900GTO.

Excellent value for money, high-end controls

No Mac software or provided profiles, basic looks

To create the FlexScan S2242W, Eizo has trimmed a monitor to its bare minimum – but the core product is good, and offers great value for money.

The S2242W is one of very few 22-inch monitors to offer a 1920×1200 native resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. Thanks to its 0.247mm pixel pitch and display of 103 pixels per inch, this results in around 30% more information displayed compared to a...

To create the Eizo FlexScan S2242W, Eizo has trimmed one of its superlative monitors to nearly the bare minimum – but the core product is good, and offers good value for money if you need outstanding image quality.

However, don't be distracted by these peripheral features. What's most important is the display performance, and this is very good. As we've noted already, if quality isn't a main concern, you can get a 22in screen for a lot less than this one, but...