Sony Electronics is expanding its Spatial Reality Display portfolio with the introduction of the ELF-SR2, a larger 27-inch 4K option that delivers highly realistic, glasses-free 3D content. The new model boasts an upgraded high-speed vision sensor, advanced image quality enhancement technologies, and enhanced installation flexibility. Catering to various professional applications, including industrial design, surgical planning, architecture, engineering, construction, signage, retail, software/application development, game development, and entertainment, the ELF-SR2 aims to meet the diverse needs of professionals across different industries.
Rich Ventura, Vice President of Professional Display Solutions at Sony Electronics, expressed excitement about the new addition, stating, “Our original Spatial Reality Display continues to captivate customers with its astonishing authenticity and sophistication. As we expand into more B2B verticals, we’ve listened to professionals’ requests and are pleased to introduce a larger screen with powerful features to enhance content production.”
Key features of the ELF-SR2 include an expansive color gamut, a new super resolution engine for 2K to 4K upscaling, and color moire correction for improved detail representation. The display’s visual fidelity is heightened by its immersive depth of field, detailed resolution, and larger size. New-generation high-speed vision sensors ensure low latency, reducing motion blur and crosstalk. With 10-bit processing, the ELF-SR2 covers approximately 100 percent of Adobe RGB for precise color reproduction.
Enhanced facial tracking and recognition contribute to a natural and comfortable viewing experience, complemented by a wide viewing angle that maintains consistency and accuracy from various vantage points. The ELF-SR2 supports applications and development through software development kits (SDKs), including Unity, Unreal Engine, Open GL, DirectX11/12, and Open XR. This enables simplified VR and AR digital content creation.
To further support users, Sony introduces the Spatial Reality Display App Select website, allowing users to discover applications compatible with the display, along with case studies and relevant information. The company also offers the Spatial Reality Display Player app, supporting various 3D file formats for easy display of projects on the ELF-SR2.
Sony highlights partnerships with industry-specific applications, including 3DICOM MD for medical visualization, Digital Nation Entertainment for mixed reality content production, Arcturus for volumetric video editing, KiksAR for realistic 3D shopping experiences, Magnopus for 3D entertainment content creation, Pixomondo for virtual production and visual effects, SHoP Architects for client presentations, Sketchfab for 3D and AR content on the web, and WhiteMoon Dreams for game development.
The ELF-SR2 is designed for versatility, accommodating a wide range of PCs and featuring a detachable stand for easy installation in various environments. It also adheres to the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mounting standard for added flexibility and compatibility. The ELF-SR2 is set to be available in May 2023 in the United States and Canada through Sony’s professional channels, with an expected MSRP of $5,000 USD and a 3-year limited product warranty. The 27-inch model will be showcased at events including NAB Show, Augmented World Expo (AWE), and InfoComm.
