Optoma EP719 DLP Projector (1024x768, 2000 Lumens, 2500:1)

Optoma EP719

EP719 DLP Projector (1024x768, 2000 Lumens, 2500:1) Review, by Richard Jantz February 21, 2006

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• Reviewed by: HyJax1

  Strengths: Great visual quality! No motion blur, I have used it for everything (PS3, DVD, BluRAY, PC, etc.)! Bulb cheap to replace w/lots of life!

  Weaknesses: none yet, owned for 10 months now!

  Overall: Would reccomend to anyone! Very bright and has an economy mode as well! Replacement bulb is reasonably priced being you get an average life of 2000 hours. Have had nothing but a great, fun time with this and do not regret it at all!!!

• Reviewed by: ppitono

  Strengths: DLP technology, 2000 lumens, very quiet, portable

  Weaknesses: none so far

  Overall: Optoma EP719 DLP projector is very portable. It only weighs less than 5 pound that makes it easy to carry around. The projector itself is very bright and very quiet.The 1024x768 display resolution matches our computer's resolution so we are able to the get best image possible from this projector. Overall, it's really worth the price different compared to the regular $300 projector.

• Reviewed by: Buy 4 Less Shop

  Strengths: no noise, quick warm up

  Weaknesses: none so far

  Overall: I found this projector to be the Best Bang for the Buck after comparison shopping with all the different brands available. Comparing 2500:1 contrast ratio, 2000 ANSI lumens, 16x9 aspect ratio, up to 300 inches screen size projection (huge), 720p or 1080i (high def. DLP), easy set-up, multi connectivity and compatibility for under 1 grand is remarkable while other brand doesn't even come close. Of course there are better specs. projectors out there but be ready to pay more. The higher the contrast ratio and ANSI lumens the better.To enjoy the full potential of a 1080i picture (movie theater experience minus the annoying person behind you) you need to connect an HD source or an upconverting DVD like Samsung ($130) and a surround sound system. Soon you'll look forward to every Friday & Saturday movie nights at home with the kids and a big smile on your face.

• Reviewed by: dolgoat

  Strengths: Light weight. Relative brightness and good resolution.

  Weaknesses: Short bulb life and warranty.

  Overall: We initially started out looking for a light weight, portable, inexpensive projector for club presentations. We knew nothing! After some homework to determine what we needed, I was pleasantly surprised that these could also be used for home theater use. The specs on this model surpassed any other in its price range. Because of the short bulb life expectancy, we purchased an extended warranty offered through the store, that included one free bulb replacement. The price of this was about half of the price of the bulb alone. Factoring in the additional price, this unit was still less than its competition. We have only experimented with the home theater aspects. It seems to work OK. Other reviews say that some tweeking and various cable inputs are required to maximize quality of image. Hey, any free bonus is great! Saves the price of a TV and I can reuse the audio componets that I already own.

• Reviewed by: ilkerkaya

  Strengths: 1024x768 resolution, Excellent Contrast Ratio, good brightness, light weight,Low price

  Weaknesses: Menu is convoluted

  Overall: EP719 works perfectly in all my home with all different lightings. Very portable and easy to use! The DVI input is nice to have - I use an upconverting DVD player with HDMI output converted to DVI for excellent picture quality.For the price this is a great home video projector.