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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£980
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,050
  • ANSI lumens: 4000
  • Native panel resolution: 1024x768
  • Throw ratio: 1.74-2.09:1

Canon LV 7490 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

5.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.8

Technical Score

10.0%

7.3

User score

Good
4.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

5.8

Image Quality

22.0%

4.3

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.0

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

4.4

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.3

Connectivity

6.0%

3.8

Design & Power

Poor
7.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 6.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    7.0

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    5.8

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    5.0

    Audio output power

  • 5.1
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.7

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 4.1
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.8

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    10

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    3.8

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Canon LV-7490 is a portable 3LCD multimedia projector featuring a high brightness of 4,000 ANSI lumens and a native XGA (1024 x 768) resolution with a 2000:1 contrast ratio. Main characteristics include a 1.2x manual zoom lens, a 10W built-in mono speaker, and a lamp life ranging from 3,000 hours in normal mode to 5,000 hours in eco mode. Its pros include remarkable light output for large venues, a relatively quiet operation at 29 dB in quiet mode, and convenient features like auto setup and vertical keystone correction (+/- 20 degrees auto, +/- 30 degrees manual). However, notable cons include the lack of an HDMI or digital input, a fixed throw angle that may require frequent tilting, and significant light loss of up to 51% when operating in the maximum eco setting.

Technical Specifications of Canon LV 7490

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

5.8

Image Quality

22.0%

4.3

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.0

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

4.4

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.3

Connectivity

6.0%

3.8

Design & Power

4.8
Canon LV 7490 has a technical score of 4.82 points, which is lower than 87.9% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

7.3
Canon LV 7490 has a user score of 7.3 points, which is lower than 74.5% of projectors.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Canon LV 7490 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

5.3

Price

5.2
Canon LV 7490 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.2 points, which is lower than 79.7% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

4,000
Canon LV 7490 reaches 4000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 85.9% of projectors and equal to 5.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

2000:1
Canon LV 7490 has a contrast ratio of 2000:1, lower than 71.1% of projectors and equal to 7.6% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1024x768
Canon LV 7490 uses a native resolution of 1024x768, lower than 88.3% of projectors and equal to 5.5% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1024x768
Canon LV 7490 supports output resolution up to 1024x768, lower than 89.2% of projectors and equal to 5.5% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

3LCD
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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.74-2.09:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.4 m
Canon LV 7490 needs a minimum throw distance of 1.4 m, longer than 77% of projectors and equal to 0.8% of projectors.
Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

300 inch
Canon LV 7490 supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.8% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.2
Canon LV 7490 offers a zoom ratio of 1.2, narrower than 63.1% of projectors and equal to 22.1% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

?
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

0
Canon LV 7490 has 0 HDMI port/s, fewer than 96.9% of projectors and equal to 3.1% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
Canon LV 7490 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

lamp
Canon LV 7490 uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
Canon LV 7490 does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

3,000 hours
Canon LV 7490 offers lamp life of 3000 hours, longer than 91% of projectors and equal to 4.5% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

5,000 hours
Canon LV 7490 offers eco-mode lamp life of 5000 hours, longer than 86.6% of projectors and equal to 5.6% of projectors.
Quiet mode rating.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

322 W
Canon LV 7490 uses 322 W of power, more than 76.4% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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Canon LV 7490 vs the average projector

  • 81.8% brighter image
    Canon LV 7490 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Canon LV 7490 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.4,000 vs 2,200
  • 3 more audio input ports
    Canon LV 7490 has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Includes RCA stereo input.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.3 vs 0
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Canon LV 7490 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    What it is: Number of RJ-45 Ethernet ports available.
    When it matters: When wired network or control connections matter and one Ethernet jack may not be enough for the setup.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.1 vs 0
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Canon LV 7490 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Canon LV 7490 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.300 inch vs 250 inch
  • 3 dB quieter eco mode
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (25 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    What it is: Sound level produced in eco or quiet mode, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (25 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.25 dB vs 28 dB
  • 17.6% higher refresh rate
    Canon LV 7490 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (100 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    What it is: Number of screen refreshes per second, measured in hertz.
    When it matters: When motion clarity matters for gaming, sports, or fast-moving video instead of slower cinematic content only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Canon LV 7490 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (100 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.100 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Includes memory card slot
    Canon LV 7490 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
    What it is: Slot for external memory devices such as USB drives or SD cards.
    When it matters: When you want to play stored media directly from removable storage instead of always connecting another playback device.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    Canon LV 7490 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
    What it is: Presence of a VGA connector for analog video input.
    When it matters: When older laptops, PCs, or legacy AV hardware still need an analog video input path.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 81.8% brighter image
    Canon LV 7490 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 17.6% higher refresh rate
    Canon LV 7490 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (100 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Canon LV 7490 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Canon LV 7490 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Includes memory card slot
    Canon LV 7490 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    Canon LV 7490 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 3 more audio input ports
    Canon LV 7490 has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • 3 dB quieter eco mode
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (25 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.

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Design & Power
  • No HDR10 support
    Canon LV 7490 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Low native resolution
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Lower output resolution
    Canon LV 7490 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • No 3D support
    Canon LV 7490 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • No 3D glasses support
    Canon LV 7490 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 0.34 m longer throw distance
    Canon LV 7490 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.4 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • 0.1 2x narrower zoom range
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • 2 fewer HDMI ports
    Canon LV 7490 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (0 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Canon LV 7490 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    Canon LV 7490 has fewer USB ports than the average projector (0 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Basic light source
    Canon LV 7490 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 5 dB louder operation
    Canon LV 7490 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (35 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 17,000 hours shorter lamp life
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 15,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Quiet mode rating.
  • 88.1 W higher power use
    Canon LV 7490 uses more power than the average projector (322 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
  • 10 older model
    Canon LV 7490 was released earlier than the average projector (2,011 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
  • No HDR10 support
    Canon LV 7490 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Canon LV 7490 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Basic light source
    Canon LV 7490 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • Lower output resolution
    Canon LV 7490 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
    When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Canon LV 7490 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.1024x768 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
    When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

    Importance: HIGH

    Canon LV 7490 has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.1024x768 vs 1920x1080
  • 2 fewer HDMI ports
    Canon LV 7490 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (0 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
    When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (0 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.0 vs 2
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.8 bit vs 10 bit
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Canon LV 7490 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
    What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
    When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

    Importance: LOW

    Canon LV 7490 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Canon LV 7490 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Canon LV 7490 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.2,000:1 vs 10,000:1
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
1 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Canon LV 7490?

  • Exceptional 4000-lumen brightness for clear images in moderate ambient light
  • Lightweight and compact design (approx. 7.2 lbs) making it highly portable
  • Variable light output with six predefined image modes to suit different content
  • Long-lasting components with a lamp life up to 6,000 hours and a filter life up to 5,500 hours in Eco mode
  • User-friendly interface with near-instant start-up and intuitive menu system
  • High-quality, sturdily built 10W internal speaker for decent audio output

What customers dislike about Canon LV 7490?

  • Lacks a digital input (no HDMI or DVI ports), which may require extra adaptors or cables
  • Substantial 51% reduction in brightness when operating in Eco 2 mode to achieve maximum lamp life
  • Limited native resolution of XGA (1024x768), which can lead to visible pixelation if standing too close
  • Fixed throw angle and limited zoom range (1.2:1) can make placement and setup inflexible in some rooms
  • Relatively high power consumption in normal operation mode (322W)

Expert reviews

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projectorcentral.com
04/10/2011
Canon LV-7490 Classroom Projector Review

The Canon LV-7490 is a versatile, 7.2 lb portable 3LCD classroom and presentation projector that delivers a strong maximum light output of 4,000 lumens at a native XGA (1024x768) resolution. Its primary advantage is its highly adaptable light output, featuring six predefined image modes and multiple eco settings that drop brightness by up to 51% to reduce fan noise and prevent...Read more

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