One of the cruel ironies in the life of a photographer – amateur or professional – is that the freedom and mobility afforded by ever-lighter cameras are then shackled by desktop editing software. Well, be shackled no longer: IT Clear and ITC Sales have a range of laptops that are particularly light and portable, at no expense to display, speeds or editing capabilities. These useful devices allow you to rove, roam and explore as a photographer, and edit on the go.
Cheaper devices can often handle straightforward editing tasks. Processing speeds, however, are an issue: if you’re handling lots of photos, you’ll want to keep these speeds down. Likewise, day-to-day you may benefit from useful features such as touch-sensitive screens, and your images – put simply – will look better on a great display.
The Dell XPS 13
The Dell XPS 13 offers everything a photographer could ask for. Its sleek, light and strong construction ensures durability if you’re on the move, and its Intel Core i7-7660U processor and 8GB of RAM can handle your editing software with no issues. However, the practically borderless screen is where the device truly excels: its 13.3 inch QHD+ Infinity Edge Touch Display allows for superb colour accuracy and smooth functionality, and the 3200 x 1800 pixel resolutions will render your photographs with exceptional clarity.
Meanwhile, plenty of ports make the device useful in any setting, and there are a wealth of handy accessories to accompany it and make your life easier. This is a device that is easily transported to work, to location and to wherever you need it – allowing your very own portable editing suite.
Lenovo ThinkPad T470
Elsewhere, the Lenovo ThinkPad range has made inroads in photography for its robust, no-nonsense usage. Its 14″ Full High Def (1920×1080) NT AG LCD Display is a major selling point – providing you with a stunning display at a far cheaper price then such resolutions usually entail. However, the Intel Core i7-7500U / 2.7 GHz (3.5 GHz) / 4 MB Cache processor is also very useful: though slower than the Dell XPS line, it is still a worthy device.
Desktops
When it comes to power, longevity and reliability for photos and photo editing, the best laptop option is probably not going to match the best desktop equivalent. It’s a matter of physics – they have the sheer size, cooling power and processing capabilities to handle those photos. Items within the Dell XPS range are superb options – offering simple expandability and reliability.
The best products, the best prices
ITC Sales are a registered Dell and Lenovo partner, and we bring you their selection of new, manufacturer refurbished, open box and ex-display devices at superb prices. Our stock is constantly changing – so keep checking back for the deal that suits you. With deliveries to your door and warranties included, you’ll be ready to edit in no time.