When comparing Optoma UHD60 4K vs Sony VPL-VW350ES, the Slant community recommends Sony VPL-VW350ES for most people. In the question“What are the best 4K projectors under $10k?” Sony VPL-VW350ES is ranked 1st while Optoma UHD60 4K is ranked 2nd. The most important reason people chose Sony VPL-VW350ES is:
The Sony VPL-VW350ES has amazing contrast and black levels, but it performs even better when it comes to color and shadow detail. All this adds up to a detailed and life-like picture.
Specs
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Pros
Pro 4K resolution
The Optoma UHD60 has true 4K resolution, meaning you can play 4K content that is extremely sharp and detailed.
It's a DLP(digital light processing) single-chip projector. The DLP's digital mirror device switches very fast and creates multiple pixels for each 4K image frame, adding advanced processing the projector produces a real 4K picture. The projector got a 'real 4K' approval by the independent Consumer Technology Association.
Pro Great contrast for a lifelike picture
Thanks to its HDR(high dynamic range) playback, the contrast level on this projector is 1,000,000:1, meaning the blacks are one million times darker than the whites. This makes the image deep and lifelike.
Pro Low input lag for a good gaming experience
This Optoma has an input lag of only 33 ms, which makes gaming convenient.
Pro Bright enough for some ambient light
The projector has 3000 ANSI Lumens of brightness, meaning you can watch movies even during daytime, as long as you keep the curtains closed.
Pro Great picture overall
The Sony VPL-VW350ES has amazing contrast and black levels, but it performs even better when it comes to color and shadow detail. All this adds up to a detailed and life-like picture.
Pro Low input lag for gaming
This Sony has an input lag of 32 ms, so it is possible to play competitive games without lagging.
Pro Convenient set-up
The Sony VPL-VW350ES is extremely easy to set up. It has a very flexible lens shift, four adjustable legs, and a power zoom.
Pro 3D support
For 3D content, a radio frequency emitter is built in. You will need to purchase a pair of 3D glasses though, starting from around $20.
Pro 4K resolution
It has a native resolution of 4096x2160. The amount of real 4K content is lacking on the market, but this Sony does well with lower definition content as well. It upscales regular HD videos and makes them look better than ever.
Cons
Con Very large in size
Though for a home cinema, the projector size doesn't matter too much, the projector is huge, measuring W490 x H141 x D331 mm.
Con Not very bright
It lacks in brightness compared to more expensive 4K projectors. Though, its 1500 lumens is enough for a 130 inch screen in a dark room or a 100-120 inch screen in some ambient light.
Con Short lamp-life and expensive replacement
The lamp lasts up to 3000 hours. Since the projector is more expensive, maintaining it will also require more funds. In a few years time you will have to replace the lamp for approximately $500.