Which 1080p projector

[admin_exported]

Looking to upgrade my Optoma DV11 to a 1080p machine. Was thinking Sanyo Z700 or IN80. Any thoughts or recommendations would be appreciated.

 

[professorhat]

I'm looking at the same - going to audition the Sanyo PLV-Z700 (£1,000), InFocus IN80 (£1,600) and the Panasonic PT-AE3000 (£2,000). Okay - it looks a bit unfair a comparison at this stage but the main thing is to see what the extra money gets you given these are all 5 star rated projectors i.e. I'd expect quite a big difference in quality between the Sanyo and the Panasonic! Once I've done that, I'l have a look at the other competition in that price bracket.

Found somewhere I can demo the InFocus next week, just need to find somewhere which stocks the other two (though to be fair, I haven't really looked that hard yet!).

 

[Frank Harvey]

At this price point, it's worth looking at the Mitsubishi HC6500, which is a fantastic projector at £1650 and an extra bulb just adds to the value. Pin sharp, dead quiet, 3 year warranty - what more would you need?

 

[Anonymous]

Great Advice FrankHarveryHiFi - imo too an excellent projector which is overlooked as its not marketed as well in the UK - i think. A glowing review from What Hifi would certainly change things...

 

[professorhat]

I've put it on the list

 

[Anonymous]

Thanks guys

 

[cram]

I've got a Sony VPL-HW10 which I'm pleased with.

Really wish the WHF would do something on projector screens. Getting info on what makes a good one is not easy and prices vary widely.

 

[Frank Harvey]

Vinny7:Great Advice FrankHarveryHiFi - imo too an excellent projector which is overlooked as its not marketed as well in the UK - i think. A glowing review from What Hifi would certainly change things...Cheers - unfortunately Mitsubishi don't have much of a marketing budget at the moment, so yes, it is unfortunate that there's not much advertising or reviews going around.