Optoma HD72: Compare prices

By Kevin Miller, CNET.com on 19/05/2006

More Amber Technology reviews , RRP: AU$4750.00

The good:

  • Inexpensive for a 720p-resolution DLP projector
  • Accurate colour decoding
  • Clean video processing with 2:3 pull-down
  • Compact design

The bad:

  • Somewhat inaccurate primary colours
  • Poor gamma introduces some discolouration and hampers shadow detail

The bottomline:

Among the best value in front projection in its class, the Optoma HD72 is a surprisingly good performer at a price that represents reasonable value.

Editors' rating:

7/10
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