Samsung SP-A600 - Review Summary1

Samsung SP-A600 Projector: Pros, Cons, and Typical Capabilities

Samsung SP-A600 Projector: Pros

• Good out of the Box picture quality
• Very good color accuracy post calibration in best mode (Movie 1)
• Well balanced, good overall picture quality (although gamma is off a bit)
• A very bright entry-level projector in its "best" mode, just above average brightness in its brightest mode
• Two HDMI 1.3 inputs, full support for 24 fps, Deep Color, CEC etc.
• Well laid out menu system
• Longer than average lamp life for lower cost of operation
• No filters to change, minimizing maintenance
• Rainbow effect minimized, and not an issue for most who are moderately sensitive

Samsung SP-A600 Projector: Cons

• The remote control's lack of a backlight
• Dark shadow detail, while good, isn't up to a few other projectors priced similarly
• Limited placement flexibility, and no lens shift
• Black level performance is definitely entry level
• Slight light leak out one side (minor)
• Gamma is off: Film gamma too high, Video too low
• No support for an anamorphic lens

Samsung SP-A600 Projector: Typical Capabilities

• Audible noise - just about average, and a little quieter than most DLP models
• Documentation? That's a maybe, as this pre-production projector didn't come with one
• Warranty (2 years)