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Saved Reviews for Multimedia Projector
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Falls short
5 out of 5 users found this review usefulIt is clear that BenQ was seeking a videophile imaging science performance pedigree. For mastering and other professional applications the W10000 simply falls short and it is indeed unfortunate that it does not meet imaging science in one area that simply should not even be a problem for such a product; color space. Indeed, considering everything else this projector gets right, it is perplexing how this could have been missed in the final design and production of the product. I would also prefer Color Enhancement be aligned and calibrated at the factory providing at least a reference point for correct color decoding and let the end user play artist if they prefer.
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Unbelievable machine
4 out of 4 users found this review usefulI purchased this 3 months ago and it runs great. It did not need any calibration because user controls were more than sufficient. Bright colors and dimensional effect in HD. Unbelievable machine.
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Impressive
4 out of 4 users found this review usefulThere is no question that BenQ’s W10000 is an impressive 1080p one-chip DLP projector. It does have a slight edge over the Sharp XV-Z20000 in primary color accuracy when tweaked, but falls short on the secondary colors. On the other hand, the Sharp does a better job of processing 1080i HDTV sources, which include the vast majority of HD content on cable and satellite systems. The Sharp also has a total of three digital inputs: two HDMIs and one DVI. I consider the two projectors to be very close in performance, with the Sharp having a slight edge over the BenQ, offering better connectivity options. At its retail price of $6,000, I consider the BenQ to be the best value in 1080p DLP projectors as of this writing. It also handily outperforms any and all of the LCoS projectors I have seen in its price range, including the $5000 Sony VPL-VW50 “Pearl,� in just about every aspect of picture quality.
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Great
3 out of 3 users found this review usefulI really am impressed with the W10000 home theater projector. So far, it's the best overall 1080p projector reviewed. While the W10000 doesn't have the best color out of the box, it does do a good job. Minor adjustments using a basic calibration disk that almost any non-technical person can probably handle in an hour's time, is all that is needed to improve performance. For the real hard core afficianado, the W10000 is ISF calibrated, so, if you are dropping the "big bucks" on not just a projector, but screen, room furnishings, etc, you should seriously consider spending the roughly $1000 for a professional calibration to take the W10000 to its ultimate performance level.
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Good
3 out of 3 users found this review usefulThe BenQ W10000 projector is yet another offering in the 1080p market we are seeing grow. One of the biggest advantages is the fact that it is the lowest priced 1080p DLP on the market, bringing that technology level to a point more people can afford. It offers lots of adjustment capabilities, good contrast, sharp optics with flexible installation, and great build quality. All in all, for those who prefer the DLP technology, but are also looking for good value, this is one to definitely consider in your search.
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Delivers excellent performance
3 out of 3 users found this review usefulBenQ's W10000 delivers excellent performance for a 1080p 1-chip DLP projector, especially considering its relatively low price.
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Excellent
Sharp has kept up the quality in their line of excellent high-end projectors. This one increases the performance in every measurable way over its pseudo predecessor, the XV-Z12000 MARK II. The 1080i processing is spot on, although the 480i processing could use some improvement. The black level, contrast ratio, and light output are all excellent. The color accuracy isn't great, but it's not bad. The detail level is the most impressive thing about the XV-Z20000, and, while not every movie will take advantage of that fact, it's great to have nonetheless. I can't think of anything overly wrong with this projector, save for the price, of course. Most mere mortals won't be able to afford it. But, if you can, enjoy.
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Serious product for serious viewers
If you've got the bucks to spend, the XV-Z20000 is a serious product, for serious viewers. Equally at home for watching movies, or TV/HDTV/Sports, the Sharp produces vibrant images within the limits of its average brightness. Overall picture quality could only be described as great.
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Outstanding projector
Sharp is an outstanding projector. It brings out the details in the best HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs, never exhibits the grayed-out look often visible on projectors with less impressive black levels, and, overall, adds the undeniable advantages of 1080p resolution while retaining all the strengths of previous Sharp DLP projectors.
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Performance is excellent
The performance on the Sharp is excellent in every aspect as they have always been. It rivals the best of the other DLP offerings and is priced extremely competitively, making it more affordable for many. As I said before, Sharp was MIA for a while it seemed, but they are definitely back and ready to play.
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