09-17-2006, 08:09 PM
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Chris Sierra
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Re: "Budget" HD projectors
Here is everything that I was able to gather from my musing around the net today. Most projectors are below, or are likely to street below, $2000.
Mitsubishi HC1100
Display: DLP DarkChip2
Resolution: 1280 x 720
Contrast: 3000:1
Brightness: 1000 ANSI Lumens
MSRP: $1599 (Sept ’06)
Comments:
Very nice looking unit for only $1599!
Links
Mits HC1100
PDF Brochure
Mitsubishi HC3100
Display: DLP DarkChip3
Resolution: 1280 x 720
Contrast: 4500:1
Brightness: 1000 ANSI Lumens
MSRP: $2099 (Sept ’06)
Comments:
With an MSRP of $2099 and using the new DarkChip3 technology as well as having a variable 4x/5x color wheel this projector looks to really nice. Only problem with the Mitsubishi HC3100 might be room configuration. The previous model, HC3000, was not well known for its ease of placement. The HC3100 has a relative short throw, high offset (33%) with horizontal keystone +/- 25 degrees and vertical keystone +/-40 degrees. Probably best if ceiling mounted.
Links:
Mits HC3100
PDF Brochure
Optoma HD70
Display: DLP DarkChip2
Resolution: 1280 x 720
Contrast: 3000:1 (4000:1 in ImageAI mode)
Brightness: 1000 ANSI Lumens
MSRP: $999 !!!! 
Comments:
This is the next projector to beat!! For only $999 MSRP you get a LOT of projector for the money. HDMI input, 720p resolution, good contrast level with ImageAI. ProjectorCentral.com concluded their recent review with the following
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While it does not quite rise to the level of the HD72 in pure image quality, it delivers a bang-up image at a bargain basement price. If you've been thinking about getting into front projection home theater for the first time, we would wholeheartedly recommend that you look at the Optoma HD70
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Links:
ProjectorCentral Review
Panasonic PT-AX100
Display: LCD
Resolution: 1280 x 720
Contrast: 6000:1
Brightness: 2000 ANSI Lumens
MSRP: $2199
Comments:
The AE900 was a very well received LCD projector last year and I expect the AX100 to be just as well received. LCD or not this could be a very nice addition, especially if you have tough placement issues with which to contend. I expect this unit will street below the $2000 level.
Links:
Press Release
Engadget.com
Epson PowerLite 810
Display: LCD
Resolution: 1280 x 720
Contrast: 10000:1
Brightness: 1600 ANSI Lumens
MSRP: $2999
Comments:
I know a little over the $2000 price cap (maybe a year from now?) but check out that contrast ratio!
Links:
Engadget.com
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