PortKeys LH5P II 5.5in 4K Monitor for Canadian Cinematographers is a portkeys lh5p ii for Canadian camera crews who need 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 10-bit (8+2 frc) touchscreen in a compact production setup. Available in Canada from Filmgear Canada, Vancouver's video monitoring and wireless video gear specialist, it helps operators judge exposure, focus, framing, LUTs, and camera-control workflow before a take.

Product Overview

The PortKeys LH5P II 5.5in 4K Monitor for Canadian Cinematographers gives production teams a Portkeys monitoring option with 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 10-bit (8+2 FRC) touchscreen, 2000-nit daylight-viewable brightness, HDMI input and HDMI output with up to 4K DCI 24p or UHD 30p input, wireless control for selected Sony and Blackmagic Design cameras. It is built around real on-set decisions: whether the screen is bright enough for the location, whether the video inputs match the camera, how the monitor is powered, and whether camera-control functions are part of the build.

Choose this style of Portkeys monitor when HDMI monitoring, low weight, compact mounting, and a faster camera-control workflow matter more than a larger video village screen. For Vancouver and Canadian crews, the buying decision should also include battery format, mounting points, control-cable needs, and whether the monitor will live on a handheld rig, tripod build, gimbal, or director-facing setup. When a D-Tap cable is used with this monitor family, D-Tap is for battery/accessory power, not the picture feed.

Key Features

• 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 10-bit (8+2 FRC) touchscreen
• 2000-nit daylight-viewable brightness
• HDMI input and HDMI output with up to 4K DCI 24p or UHD 30p input
• wireless control for selected Sony and Blackmagic Design cameras
• wired control for Sony, Canon, Panasonic, Blackmagic Design, and Z CAM E2
• Sony NP-F battery plate and 5-pin 7-24V power input
• 285g aluminum housing

How It Compares

Choose the LH5P II or PT5 III when a compact 5-inch-class Portkeys monitor is the priority. Choose the LH7P when a larger 7-inch HDMI screen and lightweight body matter. Choose the BM5 IV WR or BM7 II DS when SDI, higher-end monitoring tools, CINENORM workflow, or broader wired and wireless camera-control support are more important.

Compatible Accessories and Related Gear

Useful Portkeys ecosystem items to check include PortKeys Control Cable (40cm) for Sony Cameras, PortKeys LANC Control Cable (40cm), PortKeys D-Tap to 5-Pin Power Cable. Match the cable or mount to the exact monitor and camera body before ordering, because camera control and power connections vary by model.

Who Is This For?

This Portkeys monitor is for cinematographers, camera assistants, solo operators, focus pullers, and small crews who need a practical on-camera image reference, as well as rental teams, film schools, livestream crews, and owner-operators who need a monitor they can mount close to the camera and power from common production battery systems.

Who Should Choose Something Else?

Choose another monitor if the setup needs a different screen size, higher brightness level, SDI when this model is HDMI-only, a simpler budget monitor, a larger director monitor, a wireless transmitter, or a different camera-control protocol. Also compare brightness, power input, screen size, and battery workflow before choosing between Portkeys monitor models.

In the Box

• LH5P II monitor
• 5-pin aviation to D-Tap Type B power cable
• 2.4 GHz antennas
• LANC control cable
• Type-C control cable
• USB disk
• safety box

Specifications

FAQ

Is the PortKeys LH5P II 5.5in 4K Monitor for Canadian Cinematographers good for camera work?

Yes, when its screen size, inputs, brightness, power option, and camera-control support match the camera build. Its strongest fit is on-camera monitoring for exposure, focus, framing, LUT preview, and compact production setups.

Does this Portkeys monitor send video wirelessly?

No. Portkeys camera-control features are different from wireless video transmission. The camera still needs an HDMI or SDI video connection to the monitor, and a separate wireless video system is needed for cable-free monitoring.

What should I compare before choosing this Portkeys model?

Compare screen size, brightness, HDMI or SDI ports, LUT and waveform tools, power input, battery plate, weight, mounting points, and camera-control compatibility. A 5-inch-class monitor keeps the rig compact, while a 7-inch monitor gives a larger viewing surface.

Can Filmgear Canada help choose the right Portkeys monitor?

Filmgear Canada can help Canadian buyers compare Portkeys monitor options by camera body, video output, battery plan, rig size, and control-cable requirements. That is especially useful when choosing between HDMI-only and SDI/HDMI models.

Who should choose a different monitor?

Choose a different monitor if you need wireless video, a larger director display, another input standard, a brighter screen for harsh exterior work, or a model with a different camera-control path. Also check whether your camera model is supported before relying on monitor-side control.

Where to Buy in Canada

Filmgear Canada carries PortKeys LH5P II 5.5in 4K Monitor for Canadian Cinematographers for Canadian filmmakers, camera departments, production companies, creators, schools, and studios, with Vancouver local support and Canada-wide shipping.