Projector or TV?

[Mark Webb]

I am intending to creat a new TV room. How good are projectors or should I stick with a TV for the best picture quality?

 

[TheHomeCinemaCentre]

The best picture quality comes from a projector but at a cost. They are different options really but I would opt for the big screen all the time if you watch films/play games.

 

[Mark Webb]

Can we get a decent picture for £3K, or does it mean big bucks?

 

[simonlewis]

Can we get a decent picture for £3K, or does it mean big bucks?

Yes you can, why not check out WHFS&V awards on projectors for 2011, you should find one around or under three grand.

 

[Clare Newsome]

The best picture quality comes from a projector but at a cost. They are different options really but I would opt for the big screen all the time if you watch films/play games.

Seconded 🙂

If you're selective about your viewing - eg predominately HD TV, movies etc - and have the screen/space for it, nothing competes with a projector for immersive experience.

I wrote this a few years back now, but projector performance-per-pound has only increased:

http://www.whathifi.com/blog/projectors-for-life-not-just-for-cinemas

 

[TheHomeCinemaCentre]

That budget will get you a great picture. The latest models all start near £3000 so depending on your screen requirements you should be close to that figure.

 

[Mark Webb]

Thank you so much to all of you for the very useful info. Thats a great article Clare. Some of you mention "if you are into films and sport" its a good option. Does this mean that its not an ideal way to watch every day TV?

Would the ideal be to have a flat screen tv with a screen which drops down in front for viewing films maybe? Budget allowing....

If you can get a great picture for under £3K what on earth is the point in buying a SIM at £30K?? :?

 

[The_Lhc]

If you can get a great picture for under £3K what on earth is the point in the top of the range SIM??

Because "stunning" is better than "great".

 

[bigboss]

If you can get a great picture for under £3K what on earth is the point in the top of the range SIM??

Because "stunning" is better than "great".

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