Infocus X1 vs. Sanyo Z1? (1 Viewer)

[DavidY]

In the under CDN$3K (US$2K) range, I've been told that some of the recommended FPTVs are:

Infocus X1 ~CDN$2300 online
Sanyo Z1 ~CDN$2900 online

Has anyone auditioned either or both of these projectors? Comments? Pros and cons of each? I know that the X1 is DLP, Z1 is LCD.

Buying a front projector sight unseen? The X1 is typically on backorder, Z1 is hard to find.

Thanks.

Dave

PS. If you know of a dealer in Vancouver or Edmonton that has a X1 or Z1 for a demo, let me know.

 

[Neil Joseph]

If I were to pick between these 2 units, I would probably opt for the Infocus X1 1000/2000 a.l. over the Sanyo Z1 700/800 a.l. on contrast ratio but each has its plus and minus points. Anyway, the money you save on the X1 could possibly be allocated to a better screen or other equipment. One thing to note about the X1 is that the 1000 ansi lumen rating is not for movies but when you use it as a data projector. I believe it is only rated around 500 ansi lumens in movie mode so you will be looking at a room that has good light control.

Whatever you do, be sure to demo both. The X1 has a 2x colour wheel so you may want to see if you notice any rainbow artifacts or not.

 

[DavidY]

Thanks, Neil,
What are your thoughts on the Panasonic AE100 (Japan model) as compared to the X1 and/or Z1? There is one available including a HOYA filter for CDN$3K (used @ 120 hours; 3 months old, bought from Japan) here in BC. Thanks. I believe that the seller is upgrading to a Sony VPL-VW12HT.
Dave
PS. I might be able to get a refurbished NEC LT240 for CDN$2900. The dealer doesn't currently have any stock....but I will keeping an eye on it. Comments?

 

[Trey Jones]

Don't forget about the new Dell 3200mp. Great little projector and better resolution that all mentioned. With a dell coupon code it is easily under $2K.

 

[Cramer_A]

You might have already seen this review, but just in case:
http://www.projectorcentral.com/sanyo_plv_z1.htm
The Z1 vs X1 comparison can be found towards the bottom of the review.
I too, am contemplating these two projectors.