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Sanyo PLV-Z3 comparison

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Sanyo PLV-Z3

Sanyo PLV-Z3
Samsung SP-A900B

Samsung SP-A900B

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Release date January 15, 2005 August 01, 2009 June 15, 2008 May 09, 2006
The Bottom Line While its image quality can't compete with that of entry-level 720p DLP projectors, the inexpensive Sanyo PLV-Z3 LCD is a good choice for people on a tight budget. 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. 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. 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 StandardInfo unavailableInfo unavailableHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Lamp Life CycleInfo unavailableInfo unavailable3000 hour(s) / 4000 hour(s) (economic mode)
2000 hour(s) / 2500 hour(s) (economic mode)
2000 hour(s) / 3000 hour(s) (economic mode)
Resolution1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
800 x 600
1024 x 768
800 x 600
Video ModesInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable480i
480p
576i
576p
720p
1080i
Info unavailable
Color SupportInfo unavailableInfo unavailable24-bit (16.7 million colors)
24-bit (16.7 million colors)
24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Microsoft CertificationInfo unavailableInfo unavailableWorks with Windows Vista
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Built-in DevicesInfo unavailableInfo unavailableStereo speakers
Speaker
Speaker
TypeNone
Info unavailableNone
None
None
Device TypeLCD projector - High Definition 720p
DLP projector
DLP projector
DLP projector - High Definition 720p
LCD projector
TypeInfo unavailableInfo unavailableSpeaker(s) - Integrated
Speaker(s) - Integrated
Speaker(s) - Integrated
Video Input DeviceNone
Info unavailableInfo unavailableNone
None
Service & SupportInfo unavailable2 year warranty
Info unavailable1 year warranty
2 years warranty
Native Aspect RatioWidescreen
Info unavailable4:3
4:3
4:3
Weight9 lbs
21.6 lbs
4.9 lbs
5.5 lbs
5.5 lbs
Power Consumption Operational210 Watt
390 Watt
280 Watt
325 Watt
195 Watt
Sound Output ModeInfo unavailableInfo unavailable3D Sound 5 Watt
Mono 2 Watt
Mono 1 Watt
Input DeviceRemote control
Info unavailableRemote control
Remote control
Remote control
Video OutputInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableRGB
RGB
Video InputRGB ( PAL ) - HDTV
S-Video ( NTSC )
Component video ( PAL-M )
Composite video ( PAL-N )
( SECAM )
( NTSC 4.43 )
S-Video - HDTV
DVI
Component video
Composite video
RGB ( PAL )
S-Video ( NTSC )
Component video ( SECAM )
Composite video
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 )
RGB ( PAL ) - HDTV
S-Video ( NTSC )
Composite video ( PAL-M )
( PAL-N )
( SECAM )
( PAL 60 )
( NTSC 4.43 )
Dimensions (WxDxH)14.1 in x 10.8 in x 4.6 in
16.9 in x 18.4 in x 7.8 in
10 in x 8.4 in x 3.5 in
10.8 in x 8.3 in x 4 in
12.9 in x 9.7 in x 3.9 in
Image Contrast Ratio2000:1
12000:1
2500:1
2100:1
500:1
Voltage RequiredAC 120/230 V
Info unavailableInfo unavailableAC 120/230 V
AC 120/230 V
Product DescriptionSanyo PLV Z3 - LCD projector
DLP projector
BenQ MP512 ST - DLP projector
Dell 2400MP - DLP projector
Epson PowerLite S3 - LCD projector
Lamp TypeUHP 135 Watt
Info unavailable185 Watt
P-VIP 260 Watt
UHE 135 Watt
Lens Shift DirectionVertical
Horizontal
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Image Brightness800 ANSI lumens
1000 ANSI lumens
2200 ANSI lumens
3000 ANSI lumens
1600 ANSI lumens
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