Projectors serve as excellent devices for creating a cinematic viewing experience within the comfort of your home. Not limited to just creating home theater-like environments, these devices are versatile for showcasing images and presentations on screens, walls, or specialized projector surfaces. Their portability and comparatively lower cost, in contrast to high-end televisions, make projectors a compelling choice while still offering impressive image quality and screen size. In this article, we’ll explore some of the top-notch and innovative projectors available through Croma.
Things to consider while buying projectors
Resolution: Resolution is one of the key factors when considering a projector. The higher the resolution the better the quality and clarity of the projected image or video. Projectors come with HD (1280×720 pixels), Full HD (1920×1080 pixels), and 4K (3840×2160 pixels) resolutions. Choose a projector that meets your specific needs and budget.
Brightness: A projector’s brightness is measured in lumens. This decides the maximum brightness of the displayed image. If your room is small, a projector with lower lumens will suffice, but if you want to project onto a relatively bigger screen and with relatively high ambient lighting, it is recommended that you choose a projector that has higher lumens for better visibility and clarity.
Projector technology: Projectors use different technologies for projection such as DLP (Digital Light Processing), LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), or LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon). Each has its advantages and disadvantages. For instance, DLP projectors produce sharp images and have 3D capabilities along with faster response times. In comparison, LCD projectors offer higher color accuracy. The LCoS technology serves as the hybrid between the two and aims to strike a balance by combining their strengths.
Throw distance: When evaluating projector placement, the distance between the screen and the projector is crucial. In a confined space, a short throw distance projector might be adequate. Whereas achieving the desired image quality in a larger area might necessitate a projector with a longer throw distance.
Connectivity options: The projector should have various connectivity options including HDMI, USB, VGA, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, so you can easily connect a wide range of devices such as laptops, gaming consoles, streaming devices, etc.
Check out these cool projectors available on Croma
PORTRONICS Beem 400 HD LED Projector
The PORTRONICS Beem 400 HD boasts a lightweight build, providing seamless operation with smart assistant integration and the convenience of dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity. It offers a resolution of 1280×720 pixels, which should suffice most use cases. Its robust stereo speakers deliver a decent sound experience. The projector can easily connect to smartphones, tablets, PCs, laptops, gaming consoles, and a variety of other devices. Moreover, the projector offers HDMI, USB flash drive, and AUX 3.5mm as connectivity options for added convenience. The PORTRONICS Beem 400 HD has a minimum brightness of 4,000 Lumens and a maximum brightness of 6,000 Lumens, allowing you to enjoy your favorite movies at desired and comfortable brightness levels. Finally, this projector lamp has a maximum life of 3.4 years.
SAMSUNG 3 Freestyle Full HD LED Projector
If you’re ready to splurge, consider the SAMSUNG 3 Freestyle projector. It can project screen sizes ranging from 30 inches to 100 inches at Full HD resolution. The projector uses DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology and delivers premium picture quality using the Crystal Engine, HDR, HLG, and Pur Color technologies. The projector offers a smart interface and offers access to a range of OTT apps such as Netflix, Hotstar, and more. Sound is enhanced by the Omni directional 360-degree speakers that support Dolby Digital Plus and Adaptive Sound. Connectivity is handled by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and HDMI. Finally, you also get voice assistant support, mobile mirroring, and Tap View support.
XElectron S2 Miracast Full HD LED Projector
Despite being competitively priced, the XElectron S2 Miracast packs all the essential features. It has a resolution of Full HD and offers a 1500:1 contrast ratio, it ensures brighter picture reproduction. Further, it offers a 150-inch screen display projection for an immersive viewing experience. The projector is also equipped with two 5W built-in speakers. It has multiple connectivity options and vertical keystone adjustment to minimize image distortion. Finally, it has 2,600 Lumens of maximum brightness and a lamp life of up to 40,000 hours.
XElectron C9 Plus Full HD LED Projector
The XElectron C9 Plus comes with Android 9.0 for an improved navigation and feature-packed software experience. The XElectron C9 Plus has a maximum of 3,800 brightness and features built-in speakers. This one also has multiple connectivity options so you can conveniently connect a range of devices. The 4D Keystone Correction feature built into this projector ensures the correct aspect ratio and comes in handy for projection angle correction. The XElectron C9 Plus offers Full HD resolution and has a lamp life of up to 60,000 hours.
XElectron CL760 Full HD LED Projector
The XElectron CL760 is equipped with Full HD resolution and it offers a large projection screen of 46-inch to 250-inch for immersive picture quality. The projectors offer a 5000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 60,000 hours of lamp life. With a vertical keystone correction of up to 40 degrees, it helps minimize image distortion and help correctly render the images. Its diverse connectivity options include HDMI, AV, VGA, USB, and audio out ports. Finally, it also has built-in two 5W speakers and offers surround sound capabilities.
PORTRONICS BEEM 200 Plus Full HD LED Projector
The PORTRONICS BEEM 200 Plus projector boasts a compact design for increased portability. This projector provides a maximum resolution of Full HD resolution, making it suitable for various tasks such as watching movies, delivering presentations, and handling multimedia activities. Additionally, it offers powerful 4W speakers for an immersive audio experience. It offers VGA, HDMI, SD card slot, and USB as connectivity options. It also lets you mirror your Android and iOS device screens using casting or USB mirroring features. Lastly, it has a bulb life of up to 30,000 hours.
