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BenQ MP512 ST comparison

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BenQ MP512 ST

BenQ MP512 ST
Samsung SP-A900B

Samsung SP-A900B

CNET Editors' choice
Optoma Home Theater Series HD65 - DLP projector

Optoma Home Theater Series HD65 - DLP projector
Epson EX50

Epson EX50
Dell 2400MP DLP Projector

Dell 2400MP DLP Projector

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Price $528.00 to $675.62 Check Prices $599.00 to $775.00 $472.50 to $669.00 $19.95
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2.5 stars
Release date June 15, 2008 August 01, 2009 May 09, 2006
The Bottom Line Priced less than a midsize flat-screen LCD TV, BenQ's MP512 ST DLP projector is a solid, affordable option for people who want a big screen for casual use or gaming. The new chip in Samsung's SP-A900B helps it to outperform every projector in its class, including its step-down Joe Kane-designed brother, and to compete favorably against significantly more-expensive three-chip DLP projectors. Able to match the brightness, image quality, and feature sets of much more expensive models, the Dell 2400MP resets the bar for what you can expect from a mainstream budget projector.
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Features
Digital Video StandardHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Info unavailableHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Lamp Life Cycle3000 hour(s) / 4000 hour(s) (economic mode)
Info unavailable2000 hour(s) / 3000 hour(s) (economic mode)
3000 hour(s) / 4000 hour(s) (economic mode)
2000 hour(s) / 2500 hour(s) (economic mode)
Resolution800 x 600
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
Video ModesInfo unavailableInfo unavailable480p
576i
576p
720p
1080i
Info unavailable480i
480p
576i
576p
720p
1080i
Color Support24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Info unavailable24-bit (16.7 million colors)
24-bit (16.7 million colors)
24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Microsoft CertificationWorks with Windows Vista
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Built-in DevicesStereo speakers
Info unavailableInfo unavailableSpeaker
Speaker
TypeNone
Info unavailableNone
None
None
Device TypeDLP projector
DLP projector
DLP projector - High Definition 720p
LCD projector
DLP projector - High Definition 720p
TypeSpeaker(s) - Integrated
Info unavailableNone
Speaker(s) - Integrated
Speaker(s) - Integrated
Video Input DeviceInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
None
None
Service & SupportInfo unavailable2 year warranty
Info unavailableInfo unavailable1 year warranty
Native Aspect Ratio4:3
Info unavailableWidescreen
4:3
4:3
Weight4.9 lbs
21.6 lbs
4 lbs
6.2 lbs
5.5 lbs
Power Consumption Operational280 Watt
390 Watt
265 Watt
246 Watt
325 Watt
Input DeviceRemote control
Info unavailableRemote control
Remote control
Remote control
Sound Output Mode3D Sound 5 Watt
Info unavailableInfo unavailableMono 1 Watt
Mono 2 Watt
Video OutputInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableRGB
RGB
Video InputRGB ( PAL )
S-Video ( NTSC )
Component video ( SECAM )
Composite video
S-Video - HDTV
DVI
Component video
Composite video
RGB ( PAL-D )
S-Video ( PAL-H )
Component video ( PAL-I )
Composite video ( PAL-M )
( PAL-N )
( PAL-B/G )
( SECAM L )
( NTSC 4.43 )
( SECAM B/G )
( SECAM D/K )
RGB ( PAL )
S-Video ( NTSC )
Component video ( PAL-M )
Composite video ( PAL-N )
( SECAM )
( PAL 60 )
( NTSC 4.43 )
RGB ( NTSC ) - HDTV
S-Video ( PAL-D )
Component video ( PAL-H )
Composite video ( PAL-I )
( PAL-M )
( PAL-N )
( PAL-B/G )
( SECAM L )
( SECAM K1 )
( NTSC 4.43 )
( SECAM B/G )
( SECAM D/K )
Dimensions (WxDxH)10 in x 8.4 in x 3.5 in
16.9 in x 18.4 in x 7.8 in
10.2 in x 7.4 in x 2.9 in
12.9 in x 9.6 in x 4 in
10.8 in x 8.3 in x 4 in
Image Contrast Ratio2500:1
12000:1
4000:1
/ 2000:1 (dynamic)
2100:1
Voltage RequiredInfo unavailableInfo unavailableAC 120/230 V
AC 120/230 V
AC 120/230 V
Product DescriptionBenQ MP512 ST - DLP projector
DLP projector
Optoma Home Theater Series HD65 - DLP projector
Epson EX 50 - LCD projector
Dell 2400MP - DLP projector
Lamp Type185 Watt
Info unavailable180 Watt
UHE 170 Watt
P-VIP 260 Watt
Image Brightness2200 ANSI lumens
1000 ANSI lumens
1600 ANSI lumens
2200 ANSI lumens
3000 ANSI lumens
Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications
Buying choices

Abes Of Maine
$583.00
In stock: Yes

PowersellerNYC
$528.00
In stock: Yes

Next Warehouse
$675.62
In stock: Yes

Prices from 4 CNET Certified stores

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Dell Small Business
$749.99
In stock: Yes

Amazon.com
$699.99
In stock: Yes

Buydig.com
$639.00
In stock: Yes

Prices from 13 CNET Certified stores

Office Depot
$649.99
In stock: Yes

Buy direct from Epson
$472.50
In stock: Yes

Prices from 2 CNET Certified stores

Amazon.com Marketplace
$19.95
In stock: Yes

Price from 1 CNET Certified store
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