Mitsubishi HC5000 (3LCD)

Mitsubishi HC5000 (3LCD)
Advantages
Sharpest HD image we've seen on a 1080p projector under $10K
Excellent color saturation
Flawless deinterlacing
Brighter than average lumen output in the group.
Powered 1.6x zoom/focus and 2.5 picture heights of vertical lens shift for very good installation flexibility
Powered lens allows optional 2.35 CIH image management without anamorphic lens
Can be ceiling mounted or rear shelf mounted with ease.
5,000 hour lamp life in eco mode, and bright enough to fill a 120" screen in eco-mode.
Almost silent fan, even in full power mode.
Available in either black or white case to match your room décor.
Minimal pixelation, not visible at normal viewing distances.
Issues:Black level and shadow detail are comparable to the other 1080p LCD offerings. Performance in these areas is very good by historical standards, but falls short of what is being achieved by the DLP and LCOS competition.
Summary:The finest home theater projector yet produced by Mitsubishi, and an exceptionally competitive offering with the sharpest HD image in the group. For most theaters there will be ample lumen output to run in eco-mode to gain the advantage of the 5000-hour lamp. While black levels are not as deep as the DLP and LCOS competition, this only becomes apparent in side by side viewing. Standing alone, the HC5000 produces a beautiful, thoroughly absorbing image.
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