LG CF3D Projector: Pros, Cons, and Typical Capabilities

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Art Feierman

LG CF3D Projector: Pros

A brighter 3D projector with about 1000 lumens when doing 3D
Excellent color (post calibration)
Very competent on a variety of 3D content
Passive 3D - does not require active glasses (which are still very expensive)
3D glasses are lightweight (6 pair included)
Remote control has good feel, intuitive layout, good range
Full CMS (color management system)
Produces over 2000 lumens with extremely good color in 2D
120 hz smooth motion processing (creative frame interpolation)
Good looking (if massive) projector
3D performance -Very effective - clear with good depth, on a wide variety of 3D content

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Dual lamp operation does mean higher cost of operation than almost all single lamp projectors
A bit noisy (audible noise) for a projector of its brightness
Physically a very large, heavy projector (relative to brightness)
Passive 3D - requires a 3D capable screen (as well as passive glasses)
Unable to convince PS3 (upgraded with 3D firmware) that it is Blu-ray 3D capable (in fairness, no problem at all when using a Panasonic Blu-ray player with HDMI 1.4, so it is likely the Sony firmware)
Dual lamp system translates to higher cost of operation

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Some crosstalk visible on virtually all 3D content
Documentation is generally good, but as is typical, more explanation of many controls and features would be very beneficial
Contrast for a commercial projector