Top 10 projectors

It cannot be said that the 4K format confidently crowns its predecessors, but only the blind will not notice active progress in this direction. Another thing is that the “issue price” is still very high, and manufacturers have to look for compromise solutions acceptable to potential buyers. In this case, we are talking about XPR technology that implements the pixel shift to obtain neighboring half-frames based on a single matrix of the DLP type. The advantage of this particular way of enhancing clarity is the better sharpness of the final image (compared to the pseudo-4K versions on three chips). Disadvantages are typical for DLP projectors: a modest black depth and a rainbow effect. In fairness, we note that the latter is noticeable only for a very picky look in specific scenes.

A feature of the recommended home theater projector is the resolution of the installed chip - 2716x1528 pixels. It is clear that for the output of Full HD and other computer resolutions, the Optoma UHD65 projector is not the best choice. Long focus lens.

One of the best universal home projectors in the middle class. To display the image, it uses LCoS technology (SXRD in Sony terminology), which combines the strengths of the competitors (DLP and 3LCD). This projection method allows to achieve a deep and uniform black color. Of course, we are not talking about showing films in complete darkness. SXRD devices lack the characteristic drawbacks of simple implementations of DLP technology. For example, the rainbow effect.

In addition, Sony proprietary products have relatively low latencies, which allows using such projectors for comfortable gaming picture output.

The company has worked very hard on filling VPL-HW45ES. In particular, a special subsystem here is responsible for scaling (Upscaling) the projected image. You will always get on the screen clear lines and smooth movement, including when showing dynamic sports programs originally television quality. With 3D content, this projector is also great - the visible image has no false images and no crosstalk. Its diagonal can vary from a meter to seven and a half, and the solid multiplicity of the optical zoom allows you to install the device at almost any distance from the screen.

The advantages of this projector are really impressive. First, the resource of the light source. Its laser emitter is able to work for at least 20 thousand hours, i.e. more than two years in continuous mode. Secondly, extremely short focus. The projector is placed almost close to the wall or screen, which eliminates any possibility of shadows. True, here lies one of the pitfalls - the angles of incidence of light rays are sharp, so the surface to which the picture is displayed must be very flat. Thirdly, the self-sufficiency of the recommended device. Model HF85JS is a full-fledged Smart-TV system with an advanced webOS, an omnivorous built-in media player, the ability to play content from a USB flash drive / smartphone / Internet via twisted pair or wireless connection. Finally, the convenience of management. The remote control of the projector has a position sensor, thanks to which it turns into a hybrid with a computer mouse.

Not long ago, the EH-TW5200 was considered to be a hit in the category of the best low-cost home projectors. The manufacturer did not begin to radically change its filling, however, the continuation of the line turned out to be much more attractive than the prototype. The EH-TW5300 is much more accurate color reproduction and higher maximum brightness.The projector is great for ordinary rooms, especially for watching movies in the daytime with minimal shading of the rooms. Actually, the complete absence of light, in this case, rather hurts comfortable perception. Still, in its budget form, the 3LCD technology does not allow getting deep black color on the displayed image.

Epson has positioned the previous model as a projector for gamers. Truly, this generation of devices has become an attractive gaming solution. Various Internet reviews indicate a signal delay time of less than 24 milliseconds for fast processing.

If you plan to use wireless content broadcasting methods - pay attention to the model EH-TW5350. This device has a built-in Wi-Fi module and supports the standards of Miracast, as well as Intel WiDi. The limits of resizing the displayed image here are even wider than that of the Sony projector discussed above - from 0.86 to 8.43 meters, but the scaling options are modest. The maximum optical zoom for the EH-TW5300 is only 1.2. When working in energy saving mode, which is typical for evening views or shaded rooms, the model is almost not audible from half a meter.

Projector manufacturer H6517ABD positions as a good ultrabudgetary solution for home theater. The projector is long-focus, extremely simple, while it is able to produce a bright contrasting picture and pleases decent color reproduction. Among the advantages of the projector, mention is also made of its ability to reproduce 3D content (with shutter-type glasses), the function of automatic keystone correction, quiet operation and the presence of a port with MHL support.

We consider important shortcomings to be the impossibility of precise focusing over the entire field, noticeable chromatic aberrations, as well as the frankly mediocre sound of a single built-in speaker. The latter simply requires the additional acquisition of a normal speaker system. Well, the typical sore inexpensive DLP-projectors have not gone away - the rainbow effect. No wireless interfaces.

We recommend this practical and affordable projector for equipping classrooms and office use. The model is able to display the image at distances from 1.2 to 12 meters and, despite the relatively modest price, has the function of lens shift. Fully supported 3D content. Including gaming (Sony PS3 and Microsoft Xbox 360 consoles) and television. Optoma X341 can be used for three-dimensional modeling, design and similar creative tasks. The luminous flux of high power and solid contrast allow you to use the projector in rooms without shading and clearly display even very small fonts or details.

Interactive models are capable of completely changing the idea of ​​the possibilities of modern projection technology. For example, having at his disposal such a device as the Epson BrightLink Pro 1430Wi, the speaker can make virtual notes, draw graphics, save information, manage applications and all this - without departing from the screen. The device supports the recognition of gestures and fingertips, which guarantees a qualitatively new level of teaching or presentation. When working offline, it is a simple and convenient electronic analog flipchart.

The projector is ultra-short focus and can be installed literally a dozen centimeters from the plane on which the picture is displayed. Thanks to this design feature, the BrightLink Pro 1430Wi completely does not blind the speaker and does not cast his shadow on the screen. Another popular use of the projector is to organize a group of employees to work together, including through remote access, with a convenient visualization of the result.

The obligatory quality of a good projector for business is the possibility of installing it almost in an arbitrary place and quickly bringing it to a state of readiness for work. In this sense, the EB-X41 model is close to perfection, as it allows one movement of the slider to correct horizontal keystone distortion, and in more complex cases, arbitrarily correct the position of each of the corners of the displayed image. To the above, you can add the function of automatic vertical correction, instantaneous shutdown of the device, as well as its ability to scale using two modes: increasing the size of the entire image and enlargement of the central fragment in the current screen boundaries.The focus on purely business use of the projector is also emphasized by the limited number of recognizable formats when playing from flash media. The only strange thing is that Wi-Fi support here is implemented as a plug-in, and that one should be purchased separately.