The Sony VPL VW50 (Pearl) is a LED-SXRD projector that brings 900 ANSI lumens, a HDTV 1920 x 1080 resolution alongside a contrast of 15000:1. The manufacturer specifies a runtime of 2000 hours for this projector's lamp. The specifications indicate lens shift optics, allowing the image to be physically shifted without digital image artifacts. The Lens Shift Calculator is available for room planning. Regarding projection size, the value of 900 ANSI lumens allows for an image width of up to 305 cm in darkened environments. In rooms with ambient light, the image width should be correspondingly reduced to a maximum of 203 cm. Regarding signal processing, the model is compatible with incoming 1080P content. A look at the data sheet confirms a very subtle fan noise for the projector at just 22 decibels. This model dates back to 2006 and is no longer part of Sony's current product range. As an archive device, the projector remains highly relevant in our database.
Actually a TOP projector, but unfortunately it has quite some limitations:
- Size (the part is big and bulky)
- Setup is problematic because so big
- Wear of the SRXD panels after 1000-1500h
** yes, for me the contrast and brightness also became less (measurable) and it was not the lamp!!!!
The durability of the panels was a problem for me, as Sony also saw no need to replace the panels, although measured by dealers with devices and 3 lamps. I was able to sell it on eBay at a hammer price. Phew... Sony still needs to work on the durability of the Crystalpanels. Too bad.
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SPECKY67 05.01.10
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SUPER BEAMER ;-D
I AM VERY HAPPY WITH IT ;-)
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Sakerfalke 16.07.08
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Langzeiterfahrungen? Rumors: SXRD has a negative effect on efficiency stability
Have only been able to marvel at its big brother, the 60... Image quality was phenomenal, but has anyone had any long-term experience with this SXRD technology? A member of staff at pipro.de, for example, claimed that they had just run a VPL-VW50 through 800 hours of lamp life and had already noticed extreme light intensity and loss of contrast. (However, he said it wasn‘t the lamp, you had already tried it with a new one). (Incidentally, it was a DLP fan I had on the phone)
But I‘ve also read similar things in other forums...
Similar to LCOS technology, the liquid crystal supposedly causes extreme light loss after prolonged use
Can anyone here confirm this? I think this is a rumor, which would also mean extreme losses for Sony, somehow I can‘t imagine!
Thanks for your answers! Greetings and praise to this wonderful and very helpful projector comparison site!
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soeme 25.04.08
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HDMI version
What kind of HDMI version was installed?
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Micha 14.04.08
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Super Review...
@michi: Whether you wrote that or bang...
About the VW50: The device is a very decent FullHD projector, but it has some serious competition.
+ Good light (the HC6000 stinks in comparison)
+ Acceptable fan noise
+ Barely perceptible pixel structure
+ Good contrast, good black level
+ 24p compatible
- Large dimensions, high weight
- Less installation flexibility (projector needs some distance to the screen)
The measured values and visual impressions were certainly exceptional at the end of 2006. In 2008, the competition has become stronger. The Mitsubishi HC6000 is clearly superior to the Sony, especially in terms of image sharpness and video processing. On the other hand, it delivers a lot less light. However, I now find the prices very convincing: The VW50 can be had for less than €2000! And it‘s well worth it.
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michi 04.02.08
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Good projector
Good proki that has its strengths but also weaknesses
Full HD 1080P compatible
Sony Website
Product Sheet english HC
