Due to the XR Processor, the BRAVIA Projector 7 includes several advanced features, including XR Dynamic Tone Mapping, XR Deep Black, XR TRILUMINOS Pro, and XR Clear Image. These enhancements improve real-time image processing, contrast, and accurate color reproduction. The BRAVIA Projector 7 supports both HDR10 and HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma).
The BRAVIA Projector 7 (VPL-XW5100ES) is designed to appeal to home theater and home entertainment enthusiasts and includes Sony’s latest projector technologies. Whether I was viewing HD, 4K or HDR content, the projector’s out-of-the-box picture quality was outstanding.
\The XW5100ES supports 4K at 120Hz with an input lag of around 12 milliseconds making it an idea solution for gamers. The new Aspect Ratio Scaling Mode in the BRAVIA Projector 7 allows users to switch between 2.35:1 and 16:9 content on Cinemascope screens without manually adjusting the lens.
With its native 4K SXRD panel, high native contrast, and state-of-the-art video processing, the BRAVIA Projector 7 is a great way to elevate your home entertainment experience. I was viewing HD, 4K or HDR content, the projector’s out-of-the-box picture quality was outstanding. The Sony BRAVIA Projector 7 delivers nearly everything a home theater enthusiast could want in a premium projector, including 4K resolution, accurate colors, and deep blacks in a fairly compact package.
The XW5000ES are equipped with the X1 Ultimate video processors, which have been optimized for projector applications. The X1 Ultimate is a powerful video processor, first introduced in Sony's flagship 4K SXRD projector, the VPL-GTZ380. Due to its projector-optimized X1 Ultimate processor that combines signal HDR analysis and precise modulation of its 2000-lumen laser source, the XW5000ES produces a stunning HDR picture.
To maximize the gaming experience, the XW5000ES includes a Low Latency Game Mode. When this mode is engaged, the projector switches off most of its video processing to dramatically reduce game lag. Sony quotes 27ms input lag when playing content in 4K@60fps and just 16ms gaming in Full HD@120fps.
I think Sony did a great job choosing the most important performance features to deliver the best bang for the buck from the XW5000ES. With a retail price of $6000, the XW5000ES is more expensive than a DLP-based laser home theater projector, but if you truly care about picture quality and can fit the XW5000ES into your budget, it should be at the top of your list.
The QB1000 utilizes native 1080p 3LCD panels, but it features the latest version of Epson’s 4K pixel shifting technology, which produces a 4K resolution (3840x2160 pixels) on screen. The Epson QB1000 is also compatible with HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG content. Due to its new Epson QZX picture processor, the QB1000 is equipped with dynamic HDR tone mapping.
The QB1000 is designed to deliver the performance and features demanded by the most discerning video enthusiasts. Epson emphasizes color accuracy, with projectors pre-calibrated from the factory.The Epson QB1000 is a great option for those who want to enjoy HDR movies and high-frame-rate gaming in a family room or dedicated home theater.
The JVC 4K DILA projectors are renowned for their exceptional black levels and color reproduction. However, previous models faced challenges due to their size and weight, making them difficult to install in various settings outside of dedicated home theaters. JVC has designed the NZ500 and its brother, the NZ700, to be the smallest native 4K projectors on the market.
The JVC DLA-NZ500 presents a strong option for home theater enthusiasts due to its combination of core performance features and practical design considerations. While it lacks some of the high-end features of JVC’s more expensive models—such as 8K e-shift, 3D support, 48 Gbps HDMI inputs, or 4K/120fps playback—the NZ500 delivers solid performance that matters most: color reproduction, contrast, and HDR tone mapping.
These characteristics make the NZ500 a compelling choice for projector enthusiasts looking to build a serious home theater center around a JVC 4K DILA laser projector without stepping into the premium price territory.
The BenQ W5800 combines excellent picture quality with installation flexibility to deliver a premium viewing experience. Color Accuracy, high native contrast, fine optics, and low audible noise separate a premium projector like the W5800 from other home entertainment projectors. While BenQ makes several great lifestyle projectors with smart features and excellent built-in sound systems, the W5800 focuses solely on picture quality.
BenQ factory calibrates every W5800 to ensure the best picture possible. Few projectors can match the W5800 color accuracy, and most cost significantly more. Our pre-calibrated measurements were better than many projectors' post-calibrated measurements. BenQ W5800 is also full HD 3D-ready, allowing you to enjoy 3D movies, videos, sporting events, and games with enhanced depth when wearing compatible 3D glasses.
BenQ has always made great projectors that perform above their price point, but the W5800 is designed to compete head-to-head with the models from these three brand powerhouses. BenQ did an excellent job balancing the features, focusing on the features their target customers want and eliminating the features video enthusiasts probably don’t use. The result is a projector That delivers high performance at an approachable price.
With a retail price of $5999, the W5800 is one of BenQ's most expensive consumer projectors, but its picture quality make it worth every penny. It you are in the market for a premium home theater, you should definitely consider the BenQ W5800. It is highly recomended.
