BenQ W500 Home Cinema Projector

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Product Details of BenQ W500 Home Cinema Projector

Description

The W500 features an iris-like lens design that mimics our own eye, adjusting the aperture after analyzing the incoming video signal. The aperture is contracted during dark scenes for truer black tones and enhanced detail, while it is enlarged for bright scenes to maximize light output and enable a wider dynamic range. No matter what type of content is on, the W500 ensures that you get the very best viewing experience.

Quick Glance

Native Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Interfaces: CompositeVideo Yes, VGA Yes, USB Yes

Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Projector Type: LCD Projector

Brightness: 1100 lm

Contrast Ratio: 5000:1

Summary

Product Title: BenQ W500 Home Cinema Projector

Manufacturer: BenQ

Lowest Price: $101.50

Power Score: 3.9 | 8 Reviews

Image Quality

Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Max Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Display Type: LCD Projector

Brightness: 1100 lm

Contrast Ratio: 5000:1

Broadcast Format Displayed: 1080p

Broadcast Format Supported: HDTV

Video Broadcast Standards: NTSC, PAL, SECAM

Lens Features

Min Diagonal Image Size: 23.5 in

Max Diagonal Image Size: 300"

Min Projection Distance: 47.24"

Max Projection Distance: 29.53 ft

Lamp Features

Light Source Power: 140 W

Light Source Life: 2000 Hour

Other Features

Interface Connection: CompositeVideo Yes, VGA Yes, USB Yes

Noise Rating: 28 dB

Dimensions

Height: 13.74 in

Width: 4.72 in

Depth: 10.91 in

Dimensions: 13.74" Height x 4.72" Width x 10.91" Depth

Weight: 8.60 lbs

More Info

URL: Manufacturer Link

Additional Specifications

Frequency Band: Senseye Clarity Enhancement Dynamic IRIS system HQV ( Hollywood Quality Video) picture quality Horizontal and Vertical Lens Shift Professional digital AV input (HDMI) User memory stetting BenQ proprietart Senseye Technology Independent Color adjustment Throw Ratio: 100"@3.3m (100"@10.8 feet)

Zoom Ratio: 1.2:1

Language Support: English

Native Resolution: 1280 x 720

Zoom Type: Manual Zoom

Minimum Lens Aperture: F/1.6

Maximum Lens Aperture: F/1.88

Economy Mode Lamp Life: 3000 Hour

Compatible Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Maximum Vertical Sync: 100 Hz

Maximum Horizontal Sync: 17 kHz

Input Scan Format: 1080p

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Reviews on BenQ W500 Home Cinema Projector

  • 4
  By member: Polyscroll - Jul 14, 2007

Great Projector!

Strengths: HQV Processing Great Placement Flexibility Decent Price Superb Value

Weakness: None that I've found

This is a great budget projector that has some of the best video processing at any price point. It uses the Silicon Optix ReonVX video processor found in very expensive systems and it does a fantastic job of upscaling and de-interlacing Standard Definition (SD) sources. It's not necessary to have a costly upconversion DVD player as this projector does a better job at it. SD truly looks close to...

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  • 5
  By member: rwscid - Apr 6, 2008

Excellent value

Strengths: Flexible, inexpensive, easy to operate.

Weakness: My 'universal' ceiling mount couldn't handle this projector.

This is my second projector. I started with a Viewsonic PJ503D which cost me half as much. It was a great starter projector, but its native resolution was 4:3, resolution was 600 x 800, and there was no lens adjustment or zoom so placement was critical. I am sending it to my apartment in Guatemala. The BenQ W500 arrived last week. Other than not being able to use my 'universal' ceiling mount it...

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  • 4
  By member: sunglikuo - Jan 4, 2008

wonderful product

Strengths: great performance, and reasonable price

Weakness: I like small one...

As some friends discussion on website, this product really has a great performance on projection. If you really want to buy one projector in home, this is really good option for you. High recommendation.

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  • 3.0
  reviewgist.com - Jan 20, 2010

Best Projector with Price Under $10000 and Contrast Ratio 5000:1

Picture is Good according to 12 Projector experts. -- "Image sharpness on the W500 is superb."-projectorcentral.com -- "image clarity is exceptional."-projectorcentral.com -- "Black level on the Cinema 400 is superior, and there is less video lag when using high definition sources over HDMI."-projectorcentral.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Setup, Handling,...

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  • 4.5
  bestcovery.com - Sep 16, 2009

Best LCD 1080p Projector

Bestcovery experts have rated the BenQ W500 LCD Projector as a best pick for the Best LCD 1080p Projector. Bestcovery's experts recommend the best products and services for a particular need based on extensive research and evaluations. Click below to see Bestcovery's full review of this product.

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  • 3.7
  testseek.com - Oct 31, 2008

BenQ W500

Testseek.com has collected 18 expert reviews for BenQ W500 and the average expert rating is 74 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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  • 0.8
  TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008

BenQ W500

BenQ W500 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 0.6 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #588 computer monitor of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a product's acceptance...

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  • 4.0
  projectorcentral.com - Nov 30, 2007

BenQ W500 720p Home Theater Projector

The Epson Home Cinema 720 is a killer projector. It gives solid performance in all areas with extra emphasis on rock-solid contrast and black levels. With the exception of limited connectivity and a bit less than ideal vertical lens shift range, it has no major flaws. Meanwhile, the picture quality is outstanding for the money. The Cinema 720 is an exceptional value at $1299, and it was an easy...

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