Projector Reviews

At a Glance
Connections:
Inputs:
Video: HDMI (1), RGB D-Sub 15-pin (1), component (2), S-video (1), composite (1)
Audio: None

Outputs:
Video: None
Audio: None

Additional:
RS-232 (1), 12-volt trigger (1)

Features:
Type: DLP
Native Resolution / Aspect Ratio: 1,280 by 768 / 16:9
Lamp Life: < 3,000 hours
Different Lenses Available? No
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 4.69 x 12.41 x 11.58
Weight (pounds): 8.8
Price: $3,499

Ratings Build Quality: 88
• Small, light, but not flimsy
• Doesn't feel expensive ('cause it's not)

Value: 92
• You can pay more and get less
• You can pay less and get less

Features: 93
• Excellent Iris
• HDMI and RGB PC

Performance: 94
• Spectacular black level and contrast ratio
• Can be extremely bright, too

Ergonomics: 93
• Great, simple, remote
• Lots of menu adjustments

Overall: 92
It may be the baby brother in the Sharp projector line, but you wouldn't know it from its performance. As far as budget projectors go, this one's tough to beat.

General Information
XV-Z3000 DLP Projector
Sharp
(800) BE-SHARP
SharpUSA.com