Typical price: £2,300
What is it: 1080p projector using Sony's impressive SXRD technology
What we think: Although there's room for improvement in the colour department, the VW40 is yet another impressive advert for SXRD
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 18 July 2008
Tags: Sony, Sony VPL-VW40, upscaling, contrast ratio, outputs
We like:
Exceptional picture sharpness; impressively little video noise; great design; decent price
We don't like:
Colours can look washed out; the image isn't very bright
CNET UK judgement:
We had our doubts about whether Sony could really translate its undoubtedly impressive SXRD technology down to the sub-£2,500 level. Thankfully, all of the things that make SXRD special really are present on the entry-level VPL-VW40, even if there are one or two little imperfections in other areas
Full review:
Sony's SXRD technology seriously impresses us. Its VPL-VW200 projector includes it, but the only problem is that you're looking at £8,000-plus price tag. We're rather excited by the arrival of the VPL-VW40, which brings SXRD -- Sony's version of LCOS -- technology in at the vastly more agreeable price of £2,300. Continue Reading...
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