How to Compare Projectors
Digital projectors vary in size, portability, features and even projection technologies. People shopping for a projector should think about which attributes will matter the most for their specific needs.
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Intended Uses
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Prospective projector buyers should consider the projector's primary intended uses. A projector meant for office conferences, for instance, must produce higher brightness levels than a home theater projector used in a dark home, according to Projector Central. If the projector must travel, a compact size becomes a priority.
Features
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Different projectors have different capabilities. Some can reproduce high-definition resolutions ideal for HDTV broadcasts, while others limit themselves to standard computer-monitor resolutions. Projector Central adds that larger, more deluxe projectors include a greater variety of video ports than small mobile projectors.
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Mechanics
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Projectors generally rely on one of two types of display technology. LCD, or liquid crystal display projectors feature superior color saturation and relative brightness, while DLP, or digital light processing projectors offer better contrast levels, smaller size and lighter weight, according to Guides and Tutorials' LCD Projector Guide.
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