[lsturbointeg]

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Great question! I use wired connections if at all possible. There is bound to be some degradation of transfer with all the plethora of electronic devices and WiFi going on.
My setup is a HDMI cable running from the Epson directly into my Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A3070. From there, it handles all media input and output: DirecTV, XBOX, Android Media Player, Blu Ray, etc.

gotcha! i knew i had to run cables from the projector back to my AVR. I know from the AVS forums people would talk about running the wireless HDMI setup from the projector but there were a lot of pros and cons but that was last year. not sure if it's still the same now or if technology improved since than?

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Low and behold: https://www.amazon.com/Hisense-100-i.../dp/B076W789G7

Now if you want popular name brand like SONY, here's one for $60k or $2,500 month financing:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-10...?skuId=5481100

I've checked out that Hisense setup at CEDIA (industry trade show). Be aware that's a ultra short throw projector + screen combo... Not a flat panel display. It's a pretty decent performer IMO.

I've sold probably more ultra-short throw SONY projection setups than anyone in the country. They cost a lot, but work great. The Laser light engine really helps produce a bright and accurate image. They're very popular with high-end Manhattan condos where space is an issue; and with renters because you can easily move them to a new home.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

I've used a lot of the Epson 5040 and 6040 projectors. They really are arguably the way to go for the entry level price point.... Especially when you're trying to use a 135" (diagonal) screen. 😳 Personally I'd usually prefer something more refined like a SONY HW45, but the Epson 5040 is the brightness king for entry-level HT projectors even if it is a little rough looking to a mature/experienced viewer.

Big tip for everyone... We pros call these "two-piece projection systems" for a reason... The screen is partially responsible for producing image quality.... Don't skimp on the screen! I personally like the Screen Innovations offerings. www.screeninnovations.com

[2000cs]

Is this the same projector at a great price?
https://www.idepotmall.com/products....hoC5eoQAvD_BwE

And this for the Sony?
https://www.abesofmaine.com/Sony_VPL...xoC0Y8QAvD_BwE

Which would you choose, and why?

[MPBK]

Originally Posted by 2000cs

Is this the same projector at a great price?
https://www.idepotmall.com/products....hoC5eoQAvD_BwE

And this for the Sony?
https://www.abesofmaine.com/Sony_VPL...xoC0Y8QAvD_BwE

Which would you choose, and why?

The Sony is not 4K. Lame.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by MPBK

The Sony is not 4K. Lame.

Neither is a native 4K projector.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by 2000cs

Is this the same projector at a great price?
https://www.idepotmall.com/products....hoC5eoQAvD_BwE

And this for the Sony?
https://www.abesofmaine.com/Sony_VPL...xoC0Y8QAvD_BwE

Which would you choose, and why?

I've used both extensively... in summation, the Epson is a brighter projector; while the Sony is more refined.

When considering which to buy I'd first consider the following:

1. Room brightness control. Is this a south facing room with plenty of windows, or a basement room with nearly no windows? Will the room be primarily used to watch movies, or sports and television shows... Sports are more interactive and thus watched in a brighter room. A brighter room needs a brighter projector (and ambient light rejecting screen).

2. Throw distance and screen size. Longer throw distance between projector and screen; as well as screen size requires a brighter projector to achieve the same image brightness. I call this "spreading the pizza dough." The bigger you make the image (or pizza) the thinner it gets. I'd recommend 100-110" diagonal (16:9) for entry level projectors like these, but adhere to SMPTE or THX viewing distance guidelines.

3. Viewer "maturity." Is this the first home theater projector the viewer will own? Does the viewer have high-quality flat panel displays already? A mature viewer will need a more refined projector. Imperfections become more viewable as image size increases.

For ME it is simple... I'd pick the SONY. The Epson looks too rough to this extremely-mature viewer, plus I have great control over my room brightness.

For the average inexperienced viewer I might pick the Epson. The first thing people notice is image brightness and the Epson wins this brightness shootout.

Perhaps if I were comparing these two pjs to cars I'd associate the Epson with a Mustang GT; and the SONY 45ES with a BMW M240i? 🤔

[MPBK]

Originally Posted by glennQNYC

Perhaps if I were comparing these two pjs to cars I'd associate the Epson with a Mustang GT; and the SONY 45ES with a BMW M240i? 🤔

Let us know which one you'd associate with a BMW M2.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by MPBK

Let us know which one you'd associate with a BMW M2.

SONY VPL-295ES ($4999) or VPL-385ES ($7999). Both are true native 4K (4096 x 2160) HDR-compatible projectors. Both are basically the same PJ, but the 385 adds a dynamic iris (for potentially better contrast) and lens position memory presets (mostly used when utilizing a 2.35:1 aspect ratio screen setup for Letterbox movie content).

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by 2000cs

Is this the same projector at a great price?
https://www.idepotmall.com/products....hoC5eoQAvD_BwE

And this for the Sony?
https://www.abesofmaine.com/Sony_VPL...xoC0Y8QAvD_BwE

Which would you choose, and why?

Well.... I would NOT buy either from that place:

https://www.scamadviser.com/check-we...idepotmall.com

Be careful while eShopping! You how the saying goes: If it sounds too good...

This is a great post thread to follow and ask about choosing the best sports projector. I am planning to setup a home theater using a sports projector because I love watching sports. But I'm still not sure what to use. So, I did research via google and I got this great article: https://www.outdoormoviehq.com/best-sports-projector/. What do you think? I had already my bet: Sony and Epson. Help me guys decide. All answers will be highly appreciated. Thanks.

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by jackson9

This is a great post thread to follow and ask about choosing the best sports projector. I am planning to setup a home theater using a sports projector because I love watching sports. But I'm still not sure what to use. So, I did research via google and I got this great article: https://www.outdoormoviehq.com/best-sports-projector/. What do you think? I had already my bet: Sony and Epson. Help me guys decide. All answers will be highly appreciated. Thanks.

Well my very own projector is #3 on this list for Sports. And although that is not my primary viewing for it, I do watch my Dallas Cowboys, Superbowl and some random sports in my Theater. I can say without question that it handles the speed and action VERY well! But for movies... OMG!!!

So my vote goes for the EPSON 5040UB

But I have read great things about the Optoma as well.

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by jackson9

This is a great post thread to follow and ask about choosing the best sports projector. I am planning to setup a home theater using a sports projector because I love watching sports. But I'm still not sure what to use. So, I did research via google and I got this great article: https://www.outdoormoviehq.com/best-sports-projector/. What do you think? I had already my bet: Sony and Epson. Help me guys decide. All answers will be highly appreciated. Thanks.

In my decades-long professional opinion, forget that article. It's between the SONY and the Epson... Although I usually pick their 6040 over the 5040, as the 6040 has the ISF tuning functions I would take advantage of. Read my post above to get my perspective on these two entry-level home theatre projectors.

[m5james]

Due to smallish movie room, 11x15, the Epson is my only choice for a 92" screen which I'm limited to due to all the millwork in the room. I've been looking at the 4000/4010 (best price I've seen is $1200 shipped) but every once in a while I debate myself about getting the 5040.

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Well my very own projector is #3 on this list for Sports. And although that is not my primary viewing for it, I do watch my Dallas Cowboys, Superbowl and some random sports in my Theater. I can say without question that it handles the speed and action VERY well! But for movies... OMG!!!

So my vote goes for the EPSON 5040UB

But I have read great things about the Optoma as well.

Thanks Marcus! I'll take your advice.

Originally Posted by glennQNYC

In my decades-long professional opinion, forget that article. It's between the SONY and the Epson... Although I usually pick their 6040 over the 5040, as the 6040 has the ISF tuning functions I would take advantage of. Read my post above to get my perspective on these two entry-level home theatre projectors.

Thanks Glenn. I'll read it. I really appreciate this.

[lsturbointeg]

Ugh Home Theater is still sitting on the bottom of the projects-to-do list so hopefully prices for projectors will come down when I'm in the market for one

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

Ugh Home Theater is still sitting on the bottom of the projects-to-do list so hopefully prices for projectors will come down when I'm in the market for one

Tip: The new PJs are usually announced somewhere around our industry's CEDIA trade show in early September (as opposed to TVs usually being announced at CES in January).

[Emilime75]

Originally Posted by TXSTYLE

Well.... I would NOT buy either from that place:

https://www.scamadviser.com/check-we...idepotmall.com

Be careful while eShopping! You how the saying goes: If it sounds too good...

The thing to consider there is warranty, should you need it. I know Epson's warranty is considered pretty fantastic, but they'll only honor it if the product was purchased from an authorized dealer/reseller. Also, don't trust the seller in telling you if they are/not authorized, ask the manufacturer, i.e. Epson.

Another great source for Epson is their own refurbished category on their website. Often times a really great proj will come at a considerable discount, having the same 2 year warranty as new. I have one and have been using it for nearly 2 years now, not one issue with it and it came looking/performing like a brand new product.

[TXSTYLE]

Originally Posted by jackson9

Thanks Marcus! I'll take your advice.

You will be very satisfied I am certain!

[Dog Face Pony Soldier]

Originally Posted by Emilime75

The thing to consider there is warranty, should you need it. I know Epson's warranty is considered pretty fantastic, but they'll only honor it if the product was purchased from an authorized dealer/reseller. Also, don't trust the seller in telling you if they are/not authorized, ask the manufacturer, i.e. Epson.

Another great source for Epson is their own refurbished category on their website. Often times a really great proj will come at a considerable discount, having the same 2 year warranty as new. I have one and have been using it for nearly 2 years now, not one issue with it and it came looking/performing like a brand new product.

I can vouch for Epson refurbished projectors. I never purchased one, but they handle warranty exchanges (on A-stock units) by sending you a refurbished unit, and they've always been as good as new.