Sony 4K HDR Home Theater Video Projector (VPLVW695ES)

I’ve been very happy with this projector. I did my research, OCD helps, and the one thing many consumers don’t take into consideration is that Sony has been in the video/movie making world much longer than most. Originally set up with a 135” screen, the projector is 13’ away from the screen and is elevated using a projector shelf which doesn’t require a ceiling mount. After making several remote control adjustments, I haven’t had the need to change any setting for well over 2 years. I’m on my third lamp as the lifespan decreases when using full 4K HDR but it’s worth it.

I purchased this projector in February and was more than amazed by the overall picture quality and brightness when paired with a Screen Innovations 0.8 screen. The automatic zoom feature was the main selling point for me and I have greatly enjoyed this feature. I have had multiple people tell me that outside of laser, this is the brightest and best picture they have ever seen in a home theater.Unfortunately, two months into my ownership this projector started having issues in regards to the internal moving parts and making a horrible noise that sounded like a bad fan. Be warned - Sony requires that all repairs on these higher end projectors (even on the > $35K units) be done out of Syracuse, NY. Also, you will hear stories from the repair facility (which is not Sony) about how parts can delay these repairs for weeks and even months.All in all, I am very happy with the picture quality of this projector, but with that being said I would recommend looking at other brands due to the warranty issues I have had with my projector.Follow up- Sony actually contacted me about my review and said that they have heard numerous complaints about the repair facility but unfortunately there is nothing they can do about it. I couldn't believe they were actually telling me this. If you buy this projector - cross your fingers that you never have an issue with it!

Coming from an Optoma 4k eShift projector, I am blown away by the 695ES! This thing is really good at just about everything and is one of the most well rounded projectors I have had the opportunity to see. The projector displays a beautiful true 4k image with really good color (90-93% dci p3 depending on calibration settings), has good brightness with 1,800 lumens in high lamp mode and has a very sharp picture. In fact, one of the things I like best is the ability with the new processor to apply reality creation settings against 4k material. I am able to see every wrinkle, every pore, every drop of sweat, and it is glorious! With dynamic contrast, the blacks are blacker and the bright colors are brighter. I also feel like the black levels, especially near black, are excellent and the dynamic iris really helps as well. 3D looks great and upconverting 1080p material is also a strength of this projector. Although I don't use it much, I love the ability to control zoom, lens shift and focus with the remote and the ability to store up to 5 different setups with lens memory. I am very happy with my 695ES and feel like I found "the one".