True, no projector is perfect - of course, so we like to do a pros and cons breakout for each projector we review to help you see most aspects in one place. Here goes, with the Pros first.
- True 4096x2160 4K resolution (can't beat that until 8K comes along)
- Very nicely sharp image, as expected
- Remember to do the panel alignment for best results - it just takes 3-10 minutes, but is simple to do
- Claims 1500 lumens but beats that even after calibrating it - basic light canon
- Enough brightness to work well in media rooms and other non-theater rooms as long as there's reasonable light control and a suitable screen
- Supports 4K with HDR and BT.2020 color
- Also supports the HLG standard for streaming 4K
- Sony has HDR "figured out" - bright picture no dimness
- I suggest adjusting the Contrast HDR control a bit
- Great "right out of the box" color and overall picture
- Improves with calibration but not greatly, because it's already close
- Black level performance very good despite lack of a dynamic iris
- I expected this to be a weakness but performed better than expected
- Great placement flexibility - a 2.06:1 zoom lens and lots of vertical and horizontal lens shift
- Very good CFI for smooth motion - called Motion Flow - great for sports, some TV, I don't recommend anyone's CFI for movies
- 2 HDMI inputs with 13.5 Ghz speed
- Not the highest (18 Ghz) but all you need for any practical purpose
- Quieter than most of the competition - reasonably quiet even at full power, in Eco - very quiet
- Good remote control, well laid out
- Good looking when the lights are on, but largish projector - coarse dark gray finish, almost invisible control panel, and recessed connectors make it look fairly sleek
- One of the very best values around
- 3 year parts and labor warranty
