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OK - one quick question for the A/V braniacs here 
I am reading up on the new generation of cheaper 720p / 1080p projectors that dont cost the earth (Mitsubishi HC5000, HC3100, HC1100 series). However, if I am only projecting a distance of 12', how much difference will the extra resolution make for next-gen gaming?
has anyone seen 720p and 1080p projectors next to each other yet?
I am reading up on the new generation of cheaper 720p / 1080p projectors that dont cost the earth (Mitsubishi HC5000, HC3100, HC1100 series). However, if I am only projecting a distance of 12', how much difference will the extra resolution make for next-gen gaming?
has anyone seen 720p and 1080p projectors next to each other yet?
I have no idea sadly, i use a DLP projector that i'm still happy with, but you
could pop along here for a look:
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You should find a ton of information to help you out.
could pop along here for a look:
www.avforums.com/forums/index.php
You should find a ton of information to help you out.
Do you have no windows or very good blinds/certains? Projectors are sooo picky... Unless you room is really dark they make dark scary movies look like daytime childrens programs.
No the res side of things... playing games at 1920x1200 is great so 1080p (which is slighly narrower at about 1920x1080 or something like that) will look great!
No the res side of things... playing games at 1920x1200 is great so 1080p (which is slighly narrower at about 1920x1080 or something like that) will look great!
Bez, I have used a normal-res projector in the past (in different rooms) and never really had a problem with light, just close the curtains and your away.
I guess the question is more whether 1080p is REALLY any better than 720p in the real world when playing games. Is it a noticeable difference worth the extra cost (over a grand!)
I guess the question is more whether 1080p is REALLY any better than 720p in the real world when playing games. Is it a noticeable difference worth the extra cost (over a grand!)
720p * Resolution: 1280x720
1080p * Resolution: 1920x1080
How big is the 'screen' going to be as the bigger the 'screen' the higher you'll want the res or it'll just appear fuzzy and big... instead of razor sharp.
What type of games are you going to play? I mean PC, Xbox etc? Certainly the PC ones will benefit loads from the higher res if you have decent graphics card, I have no idea about Xbox.
Saving money... with a PC you have AA and AF options which you can use on lower res games to vastly improve the look of the graphics... if this is the case the 720p projector would be fine.
www.apple.com/quicktime/guide/hd/bbc-nhk.html << HD preview see the difference.
Edit: If you play games on a PC via standard monitor you never want res below 1280x1024, anything below this gives blocky edges and fuzzy appearance. That's roughly equal to the 720p standard. So yes... definitely would having.
1080p * Resolution: 1920x1080
How big is the 'screen' going to be as the bigger the 'screen' the higher you'll want the res or it'll just appear fuzzy and big... instead of razor sharp.
What type of games are you going to play? I mean PC, Xbox etc? Certainly the PC ones will benefit loads from the higher res if you have decent graphics card, I have no idea about Xbox.
Saving money... with a PC you have AA and AF options which you can use on lower res games to vastly improve the look of the graphics... if this is the case the 720p projector would be fine.
www.apple.com/quicktime/guide/hd/bbc-nhk.html << HD preview see the difference.
Edit: If you play games on a PC via standard monitor you never want res below 1280x1024, anything below this gives blocky edges and fuzzy appearance. That's roughly equal to the 720p standard. So yes... definitely would having.
Edited by bez_uk on Sunday 3rd September 23:19
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