Sharp XV-Z12000 MARK II DLP Projector At A Glance & Ratings

At A Glance: Sharp XV-Z12000 MARK II DLP Projector

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Type: DLP
Native Resolution / Aspect Ratio: 1,280 by 720 / 16:9
Lamp Life: 2,000 hours
Different Lenses Available?: No
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 7 x 18.69 x 16 Weight (pounds): 20.7
Price: $9,999

Connections

Inputs:
Video: DVI (1), RGBHV (2, shared), component video (2, shared), S-video (1), composite video (1)
Audio: None
Outputs:
Video: None
Audio: None
Additional: RS-232 (1), 12v trigger (1), Wired remote miniplug (1)

Ratings: Sharp XV-Z12000 MARK II DLP Projector

Build Quality: 92
• Solidly built with fit and finish expected of a $10,000 product

Value: 89
• With three-chips dropping and 1080p looming, single-chip 720p just isn't a bargain anymore

Features: 87
• No dedicated HDMI or D-Sub 15-pin (but can be adapted with adapters)

Performance: 91
• Lots of detail with HD
• Great black level

Ergonomics: 93
• Great backlit remote
• Excellent menus with lots of adjustments

Overall Rating: 90
You can't argue with an outstanding black level, especially when it's coupled with decent processing, a solid contrast ratio, and great detail—and all for $2,000 less than last year.

General Information
XV-Z12000 MARK II DLP Projector, $9,999
Sharp Electronics
(800) BE-SHARP
www.sharpusa.com