#Gamma?
John – Definitely better to save for a good one, one of the most valuable
pieces of equipment you can purchase.
I don't think its cheating to adjust gamma, but I wouldn't recommend it for
everyone as it can have a rippling effect on all your jobs. But for a specific
job with a certain look to it, it can be the way to go. After all for alot of
animations there wasn't any gamma adjustment and it was often compensated for
with good lighting.
Sounds like you've got a good handle on it.
-JE