Recommendation on display for video editing and graphics

Hi. I would love to hear from graphic designers, photo editors, video editors and animators (or anyone else) regarding their views on a suitable monitor to use w/ a PowerMac G5 for editing video, working in image manipulation programs like Photoshop, 3D graphics and 2D design. I am used to working w/ CRT displays but as they are very hard to find now, I realize I will have to make the transition to a flat screen and am a little overwhelmed w/ all the choices. What I like about the CRT displays I've been using is the unlimited angle of view, the ability to handle motion without appreciable blurring, the accuracy of the color displayed and the ease on the eyes when working w/ text in a publishing application.

From what I understand, an IPS LCD backlit display is the way to go. I would be happy w/ something as small as a 20" widescreen and would like to keep within a modest price range (under $500). I don't have much experience w/ flatscreens except for a 17" MacbookPro. While that display does provide a sharp, detailed image I notice that when scrolling vertically w/ text, there's a jitter that occurs that I didn't see on my CRT. And the angle of view is rather restrictive. Is that something I will just have to accept from an LCD display? Any views or perspectives would be most welcome. Thanks.

Jack