Photon Mono 4 Ultra vs Sonic Mega 8K S
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon Mono 4 Ultra and Sonic Mega 8K S are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.2×). Photon Mono 4 Ultra costs less (~€299) and is the entry-level choice; Sonic Mega 8K S offers more capability at a higher price (~€1560.9). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Photon Mono 4 Ultra
Anycubic
F2 · Intermediate
|
Sonic Mega 8K S
Phrozen
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 299 € | 1560.90 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.1 × 25.1 × 38.3 cm | 47.2 × 38 × 56.6 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 4.1 kg | 26 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 153.36 × 87.03 mm | 330 × 185 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 165 mm | 300 mm |
| Power (W) | 66 W | 240 W |
| Voltage (V) | 240 V | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 105 mm/min | — |
| Declared precision | 17 μm | 43 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 87.03 mm | 185 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 17 µm | 43 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | 105 mm/h | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | Standard FEP | Film ACF |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system supports standard file formats derived from the main slicing software on the market, offering full compatibility with Anycubic Photon Workshop. The native application provides advanced tools for optimal model orientation, automatic or manual generation of complex supports, and geometric resin compensation to prevent shrinkage issues. Although the printer includes network connectivity features for optional remote monitoring of the work cycle and file transfer via local network, all fundamental configuration and printing operations remain fully accessible offline via the integrated touch screen and USB input. | The machine is compatible with major slicing software on the market, offering maximum freedom in the workflow. Fully supported by CHITUBOX and Lychee Slicer, it reads the proprietary .CTB and .PRZ formats. Thanks to continuous updates of resin profiles, users can quickly import optimal printing parameters. File management and job initiation occur primarily through the local touchscreen interface and loading via USB drive, maintaining an offline and secure operational setup suitable for production environments. |
The differences that matter
- Price: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 299 € vs Sonic Mega 8K S 1560.9 € — Photon Mono 4 Ultra wins (+422%)
- Work area: Photon Mono 4 Ultra 153.36×87.03 mm vs Sonic Mega 8K S 330×185 mm — Sonic Mega 8K S wins (+357%)
Which one to choose
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