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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£14,080
  • Avg. price in US: ~$16,000
  • ANSI lumens: 2700
  • Native panel resolution: 4096x2160
  • Throw ratio: 1.43-2.92:1

JVC DLA NZ800 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.2

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%

7.2

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.2

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%

8.6

Image Quality

22.0%

7.2

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

2.6

Audio & Features

8.0%

3.4

Connectivity

6.0%

7.9

Design & Power

Very good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 8.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.1

    Input lag

    25.0%

    ?

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    10

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    ?

    Audio output power

  • 2.4
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.0

    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

  • 7.8
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    10

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    7.4

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    10

    Audible noise

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £14,080

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Verdict

The JVC DLA-NZ800 is a high-end 4K/8K home cinema projector featuring a third-generation 0.69-inch native 4K D-ILA chipset and a BLU-Escent laser light source that delivers 2,700 lumens of brightness with a 20,000-hour lifespan. Its main characteristics include second-generation 8K/e-shiftX technology for 8192 x 4320 resolution, a premium 65mm 17-element all-glass lens, and wide colour gamut coverage reaching 100% of DCI-P3. Pros include industry-leading native contrast of 100,000:1 (infinite dynamic), state-of-the-art Frame Adapt HDR tone mapping with HDR10+ support, and dual 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 inputs supporting 4K/120Hz gaming. Notable cons include its significant weight of 23.1kg, a lack of built-in smart TV features, and a high price point that reflects its professional-grade performance.

Technical Specifications of JVC DLA NZ800

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%

?

Image Quality

22.0%

?

Projection & Lens

12.0%

?

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

?

Audio & Features

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Design & Power

7.2
JVC DLA NZ800 has a technical score of 7.2 points, which is higher than 85.5% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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
JVC DLA NZ800 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%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.3
JVC DLA NZ800 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.3 points, which is lower than 77.4% 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

2,700
JVC DLA NZ800 reaches 2700 ANSI lumens, brighter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 3% 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

100,000:1
JVC DLA NZ800 has a contrast ratio of 100000:1, higher than 71.6% of projectors and equal to 3.8% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
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

4096x2160
JVC DLA NZ800 uses a native resolution of 4096x2160, higher than 95.3% of projectors and equal to 4.7% 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

8192x4320
JVC DLA NZ800 supports output resolution up to 8192x4320, higher than 99% of projectors and equal to 1% 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

LCoS
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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

1.43-2.92:1
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

2.80 m
JVC DLA NZ800 needs a minimum throw distance of 2.80 m, longer than 99.4% of projectors.
Minimum throw distance is 2.80 m for a 60-inch image.
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

200 inch
JVC DLA NZ800 supports projection sizes up to 200 inch, smaller than 51.3% of projectors and equal to 12.7% 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

2
JVC DLA NZ800 offers a zoom ratio of 2, wider than 83.3% of projectors and equal to 6.6% 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

yes
JVC DLA NZ800 has motorized zoom. 83.8% 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

36 ms
JVC DLA NZ800 has input lag of 36 ms, higher than 63.2% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
In Low Latency Mode.
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

yes
JVC DLA NZ800 supports ALLM. 79.9% of projectors support ALLM.
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
JVC DLA NZ800 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

2.1
JVC DLA NZ800 supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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

48 Gbps
JVC DLA NZ800 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.2% of projectors and equal to 9.8% of projectors.
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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

2
JVC DLA NZ800 has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% 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
JVC DLA NZ800 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
JVC DLA NZ800 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
JVC DLA NZ800 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
JVC DLA NZ800 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
JVC DLA NZ800 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

laser
JVC DLA NZ800 uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% 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

yes
JVC DLA NZ800 uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
BLU-Escent Laser Diode.
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

20,000 hours
JVC DLA NZ800 offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
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

20,000 hours
JVC DLA NZ800 offers eco-mode lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 32.8% of projectors and equal to 19.5% of projectors.
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

440 W
JVC DLA NZ800 uses 440 W of power, more than 94.3% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
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JVC DLA NZ800 vs the average projector

  • Higher output resolution
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (8192x4320 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

    JVC DLA NZ800 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (8192x4320 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.8192x4320 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 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

    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports lens memory
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 8.3% of projectors support lens memory.
    What it is: Ability to store and recall custom lens settings.
    When it matters: When you switch between different screen formats or positions, lens memory matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    JVC DLA NZ800 supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 8.3% of projectors support lens memory.
  • 0.7 2x wider zoom range
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of 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

    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.2 vs 1.3
  • Supports HDR10+
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
    What it is: Support for HDR10+ dynamic high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you care whether the projector supports dynamic HDR metadata rather than static HDR formats alone.

    Importance: LOW

    JVC DLA NZ800 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
    What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
    When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

    Importance: LOW

    JVC DLA NZ800 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via e-shiftX.
    What it is: Uses pixel shifting to increase perceived image resolution.
    When it matters: When you want more perceived detail than the native panel alone would provide, especially on bigger screens.

    Importance: LOW

    JVC DLA NZ800 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native 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

    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (8192x4320 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • High native resolution
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Supports HDR10+
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • 2 bit deeper color depth
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher color depth than the average projector (12 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • 22.7% brighter image
    JVC DLA NZ800 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • Supports HLG
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports lens memory
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 8.3% of projectors support lens memory.
  • 0.7 2x wider zoom range
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • Has motorized zoom
    JVC DLA NZ800 has motorized zoom, while the average projector does not. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    JVC DLA NZ800 offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
  • 20 % more vertical lens shift
    JVC DLA NZ800 has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (80 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
  • 4 % more horizontal lens shift
    JVC DLA NZ800 has more horizontal lens shift than the average projector (34 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
  • Motorized focus
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    JVC DLA NZ800 offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Modern HDCP version
    JVC DLA NZ800 offers Modern HDCP version than the average projector (2.3 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • High HDMI input format
    JVC DLA NZ800 supports a more capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (8K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    JVC DLA NZ800 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Uses laser light source
    JVC DLA NZ800 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 6 dB quieter operation
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a lower audible noise than the average projector (24 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 4 dB quieter eco mode
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.

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Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Design & Power
  • 1.74 m longer throw distance
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (2.8 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
    Minimum throw distance is 2.80 m for a 60-inch image.
  • 50 inch smaller image size
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 9 ms higher input lag
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher input lag than the average projector (36 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    JVC DLA NZ800 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    JVC DLA NZ800 does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.2% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • No built-in speaker
    JVC DLA NZ800 drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • 7.45x heavier weight
    JVC DLA NZ800 is heavier than the average projector (23.1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 206.1 W higher power use
    JVC DLA NZ800 uses more power than the average projector (440 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 200.5 mm wider body
    JVC DLA NZ800 is wider than the average projector (500 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 107 mm taller body
    JVC DLA NZ800 is taller than the average projector (234 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
  • 360 mm thicker body
    JVC DLA NZ800 is thicker than the average projector (505 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
  • 1 W higher standby power
    JVC DLA NZ800 uses more standby power than the average projector (1.5 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
  • 1.74 m longer throw distance
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (2.8 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
    Minimum throw distance is 2.80 m for a 60-inch image.
    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

    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (2.8 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.2.80 m vs 1.06 m
  • No Wi-Fi support
    JVC DLA NZ800 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

    JVC DLA NZ800 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No built-in speaker
    JVC DLA NZ800 drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
    What it is: Whether the projector includes a built-in speaker for basic sound output.
    When it matters: When you want basic sound without carrying extra speakers for quick setups, travel use, or casual viewing.

    Importance: LOW

    JVC DLA NZ800 drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • 7.45x heavier weight
    JVC DLA NZ800 is heavier than the average projector (23.1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    What it is: Total weight of the projector including lamp and lens.
    When it matters: When you move the projector between rooms or setups, lower weight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    JVC DLA NZ800 is heavier than the average projector (23.1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.23.1 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    JVC DLA NZ800 does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.2% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
    What it is: Presence of a 3.5 mm analog audio output jack.
    When it matters: When you use a soundbar, receiver, or speakers, audio output options matter.

    Importance: LOW

    JVC DLA NZ800 does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.2% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 18.29x more expensive
    JVC DLA NZ800 is more expensive than the average projector (£14,080 vs £770).
    JVC DLA NZ800 is more expensive than the average projector (£14,080 vs £770).£14,080 vs £770
  • 50 inch smaller image size
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 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

    JVC DLA NZ800 has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.200 inch vs 250 inch
  • 9 ms higher input lag
    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher input lag than the average projector (36 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode.
    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

    JVC DLA NZ800 has a higher input lag than the average projector (36 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.36 ms vs 27 ms
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What customers like about JVC DLA NZ800?

  • Unparalleled black levels and industry-leading native contrast
  • Significant leap in image sharpness and detail over previous models
  • State-of-the-art Frame Adapt HDR tone-mapping for cinematic visuals
  • Improved 8K e-shiftX device is almost silent during operation
  • Excellent motion handling with minimal blur or artefacts
  • High-quality 65mm all-glass lens with motorised controls
  • Low input lag (approx. 36ms) and 4K/120Hz support for responsive gaming
  • Consistent screen uniformity with minimal 'bright corners'

What customers dislike about JVC DLA NZ800?

  • High retail price makes it a significant investment
  • Large and heavy chassis (approx. 23kg/51lbs) requires robust mounting
  • Using the DCI Color Filter reduces peak brightness by roughly 20-30%
  • Can be audible in high laser power modes
  • 3D functionality requires additional purchase of RF transmitter and glasses
  • Some image noise may appear in extremely fine textural details
  • Aspect ratio of 17:9 can lead to slight light overspill on standard 16:9 screens

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