All you'll need is an HDTV-capable graphics card and high-resolution monitor, according to companies working to deliver products next year.

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The Igzo technology is being utilised in a range of new models, including a 32in ultra-high resolution monitor that has a multi-point touch screen - said to be ideal for high-end graphic design.

BBC: CES 2013: Enormous TVs clamour for attention

This approximately 920, 000 pixel resolution LCD monitor benefits from a wide viewing angle, making it easy to capture detail and to check focusing and composition.

ENGADGET: Sigma DP3 Merrill packs a Foveon X3 sensor and a fixed F2.8, 75mm-equivalent lens