Sony VPL-VW290ES 4K Projector
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Sony VPL-VW290ES is a premium native 4K projector powered by a 4K DCI SXRD panel with a traditional high-pressure mercury light source. It offers up to 1500 lumens of brightness with high image quality.
Like the VPL-VW890ES introduced at the same time, the VPL-VW290ES features Sony's X1 for projector processor, bringing beloved image processing features in BRAVIA TVs. Its Dynamic HDR Enhancer is able to process HDR contents frame by frame to improve display dynamic range.
Unlike more affordable 4K projectors, the VPL-VW290ES features native 4K SXRD panels with separate RGB channels.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Bright, punchy 4K on-screen image
- Super Resolution Reality Creation and Dynamic HDR Enhancer
Cons
- Nothing in particular
What external reviewers found***
External score 83% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Super Resolution and Dynamic HDR Enhancer
- Bright, punchy picture
- Easy to set up
Cons
- Limited contrast
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
2x HDMI (HDCP 2.2) + 1x USB + 1x RJ45 + 1x RS-232C (D-sub) + 1x IR in (mini jack) + 1x Trigger (Mini jack)
Construction
Light Source
High-pressure mercury lamp, 225 W type
Dimensions
Size | Depth
464 mm / 18 1/4 inch
Size | Height
205 mm / 8 3/32 inch
Size | Width
496 mm / 19 1/2 inch
Weight
14 kg / 31 lbs
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
1500 lu
Contrast Ratio
∞:1 dynamic contrast
Display Backlight
Laser diode
Display Diagonal
60" to 300" (1,524 mm to 7,620 mm) Projected
Display Type
SXRD panel, 0.74" x 3
Resolution
4K DCI (4096 x 2160 x 3)
Function
Misc
Vertical: +85% -80% Horizontal: +/-31%
Operating Temperature
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Processor
X1 for projector
Throw Ratio
1.38:1 to 2.83:1
Zoom
Powered zoom 2.06x
Performance
Durability
Light Source, 6000 hours
Noise Level
26 dB
Power Consumption
390 W
Production
Accessory
Remote, RM-PJ28
Debut
2021-04-15
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External Reviews
whathifi[1]
Reviewer score 83%The Sony VPL-VW290ES is a huge step-up compared with the pixel-shifting 4K projectors we've seen. Super Resolution Reality Creation and Dynamic HDR Enhancer features should offer some improvements. Even the dark and dingy scenes in the underground workshop are brought to life with this SXRD projector's improved contrast handling.
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Pros
- Bright, punchy picture
- Super Resolution and Dynamic HDR Enhancer
- Easy to set up
Cons
- Limited contrast
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References
- ^ Sony VPL-VW290ES review. [whathifi]. https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/sony-vpl-vw290es. 2021-07-05. Retrieved 2021-07-07.
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