This review by a seasoned projector enthusiast (having used projectors for various purposes for thousands of hours) praises the Optoma UHZ35ST as a fantastic upgrade from their previous Optoma GT750 lamp-based projector.
Highlights:
- Stunning picture quality: The reviewer is impressed by the projector’s brightness, crispness, and rich color reproduction, even with lights on.
- Quiet operation: A significant improvement over previous lamp-based projectors.
- Short throw distance: Creates a large image on a screen even from a short distance, perfect for smaller spaces.
- 3D compatibility: Uses affordable DLP-Link3D glasses (separate purchase). (Testing to be done in a future update)
- Durable external power brick: Reviewer appreciates the replaceable external power source.
Minor drawbacks:
- Mounting adjustments needed: Mounting holes don’t match previous projector, requiring adjustments and new screws.
- Limited overscan adjustment: Ideally, the projector could better block out overshoot on the screen. (Reviewer plans to adjust projector placement later)
- Higher price point: More expensive than previous lamp-based models, but the reviewer feels the upgrade is worth it.
Overall impression:
The reviewer is extremely happy with the Optoma UHZ35ST so far. They find the picture quality incredible and appreciate the quiet operation and short throw distance. While there are some minor setup considerations and a higher price tag, the reviewer feels the upgrade is well worth it, especially considering the long lamp life and lower power consumption of laser technology. They plan to provide a follow-up review after testing the 3D capabilities. Read more…
