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Optoma HD8200 Projector: Pros, Cons, and Typical Capabilities

Posted on March 29, 2009 By Art Feierman

Optoma HD8200 Projector: Pros, Cons, and Typical Capabilities

Optoma HD8200 Projector: Pros

Good color accuracy post calibration in best mode
Bright “best mode” performance – slightly brighter than other “bright” projectors
Two HDMI 1.3 inputs, full support for 24 fps, Deep Color, etc., plus a third digital input – a DVI with HDCP compatibility. Overall, slightly better selection of inputs (and outputs) than the average projector
Support for an anamorphic lens
Very sharp image
Good remote control
Average placement flexibility with 1.5:1 zoom and lens shift
Good menus
Rainbow effect minimized, and not an issue for most who are moderately sensitive
2 – 12 volt screen triggers
3 year warranty with replacement program
Nicely styled projector
Overall, a very good projector for those favoring the DLP look and feel

Optoma HD8200 Projector: Cons

Shadow detail performance is very good, but definitely not best in class
One of the least bright projectors in “brightest” mode
Despite lens shift, not viable for rear shelf mounting (except down low, where no one wants to put the projector)
Noticeable out of the box color inaccuracy, with a shift to cool (blue)
Some real issues with the dynamic iris (different issues for the two options)
Black level performance, though very good, not up to the better “ultra-high-contrast” projectors found at its price or less, including some selling for more than $1000 less.

Optoma HD8200 Projector: Typical Capabilities

Audible noise is reasonably quiet, and less than most DLP projectors, about average overall
Lamp life
Shadow detail performance

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