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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,530
  • Avg. price in US: ~$2,000
  • ANSI lumens: 3700
  • Native panel resolution: 1024x768
  • Throw ratio: 1.5-2:1

NEC NP1200 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%

4.9

Technical Score

10.0%

7.3

User score

Good
4.9

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%

5.5

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.4

Connectivity

6.0%

3.4

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
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 7.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    5.8

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    5.0

    Audio output power

  • 4.2
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.0

    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

  • 4.2
    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%

    5.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The NEC NP1200 is a versatile 3LCD installation projector featuring a native XGA resolution of 1024 x 768 and a high brightness of 3,700 ANSI lumens, making it suitable for conference rooms with ambient light. Key characteristics include a 600:1 contrast ratio, manual vertical and horizontal lens shift for flexible placement, and a built-in 10W stereo speaker system. Its main advantages are the vibrant color reproduction provided by its 3-chip design, comprehensive connectivity including DVI-D and 5-BNC inputs, and a maximum projection size of 500 inches. On the downside, the projector has a relatively short standard lamp life of 2,000 hours (extending to 3,000 in ECO Mode), a dated 4:3 native aspect ratio, and lacks modern features like internal 4K support or motorized zoom.

Technical Specifications of NEC NP1200

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%

5.5

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.4

Connectivity

6.0%

3.4

Design & Power

4.9
NEC NP1200 has a technical score of 4.87 points, which is lower than 86.9% 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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%

2.4

Price

4.3
NEC NP1200 has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.3 points, which is lower than 94.2% 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

3,700
NEC NP1200 reaches 3700 ANSI lumens, brighter than 84.2% of projectors and equal to 0.8% 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

600:1
NEC NP1200 has a contrast ratio of 600:1, lower than 94.4% of projectors and equal to 0.6% 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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

1.5-2:1
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

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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

500 inch
NEC NP1200 supports projection sizes up to 500 inch, larger than 97.4% of projectors and equal to 1.3% 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

1.33
NEC NP1200 offers a zoom ratio of 1.33, wider than 53.4% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
With standard NP02ZL lens.
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
NEC NP1200 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

no
NEC NP1200 does not support ALLM. 20.3% 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
NEC NP1200 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

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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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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
NEC NP1200 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

2000 hours
NEC NP1200 offers lamp life of 2000 hours, longer than 96.3% of projectors and equal to 3.3% 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

3,000 hours
NEC NP1200 offers eco-mode lamp life of 3000 hours, longer than 96.5% of projectors and equal to 2.2% 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

393 W
NEC NP1200 uses 393 W of power, more than 90.6% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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NEC NP1200 vs the average projector

  • 68.2% brighter image
    NEC NP1200 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,700 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

    NEC NP1200 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.3,700 vs 2,200
  • 250 inch larger image size
    NEC NP1200 has a higher projection size than the average projector (500 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

    NEC NP1200 has a higher projection size than the average projector (500 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.500 inch vs 250 inch
  • 3 more audio input ports
    NEC NP1200 has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    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

    NEC NP1200 has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.3 vs 0
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    NEC NP1200 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    What it is: Built-in stereo speakers for audio playback.
    When it matters: When casual use should include left-right sound without automatically adding an external audio setup.

    Importance: LOW

    NEC NP1200 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    NEC NP1200 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 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

    NEC NP1200 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.1 vs 0
  • Includes VGA
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Includes DVI
    NEC NP1200 includes DVI input, while the average projector does not. 7.8% of projectors include DVI input.
    What it is: Availability of a DVI connector for digital video input.
    When it matters: When you still use older PCs or AV gear, legacy connections matter.

    Importance: LOW

    NEC NP1200 includes DVI input, while the average projector does not. 7.8% of projectors include DVI input.
  • 68.2% brighter image
    NEC NP1200 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    NEC NP1200 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 250 inch larger image size
    NEC NP1200 has a higher projection size than the average projector (500 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    NEC NP1200 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Includes VGA
    NEC NP1200 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Includes DVI
    NEC NP1200 includes DVI input, while the average projector does not. 7.8% of projectors include DVI input.
  • 3 more audio input ports
    NEC NP1200 has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    NEC NP1200 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
  • No HDR10 support
    NEC NP1200 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    NEC NP1200 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (600:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • Low native resolution
    NEC NP1200 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
    NEC NP1200 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    NEC NP1200 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • No 3D support
    NEC NP1200 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
    NEC NP1200 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 20 % less horizontal lens shift
    NEC NP1200 has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
  • 10 % less vertical lens shift
    NEC NP1200 has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (50 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
  • Old HDCP version
    NEC NP1200 has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.1 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • 2 fewer HDMI ports
    NEC NP1200 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (0 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    NEC NP1200 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • Basic light source
    NEC NP1200 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 18,000 hours shorter lamp life
    NEC NP1200 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (2,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 3 dB louder operation
    NEC NP1200 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 17,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    NEC NP1200 has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • 159.1 W higher power use
    NEC NP1200 uses more power than the average projector (393 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
  • 2.39x heavier weight
    NEC NP1200 is heavier than the average projector (7.4 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 2 dB louder eco mode
    NEC NP1200 has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (30 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
  • 12 older model
    NEC NP1200 was released earlier than the average projector (2,009 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    December 2009
  • 99.5 mm wider body
    NEC NP1200 is wider than the average projector (399 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • No HDR10 support
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Basic light source
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • Lower contrast ratio
    NEC NP1200 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (600:1 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

    NEC NP1200 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (600:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.600:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Lower output resolution
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 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
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 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
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 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
    NEC NP1200 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

    NEC NP1200 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
  • 20 % less horizontal lens shift
    NEC NP1200 has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    What it is: Horizontal lens shift adjustment range for image positioning.
    When it matters: When you want cleaner off-center placement without relying as heavily on digital keystone correction.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NEC NP1200 has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.10 % vs 30 %
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
1 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about NEC NP1200?

  • High brightness of 3,700 lumens, suitable for well-lit conference rooms
  • 3LCD technology provides vibrant, true-to-life color reproduction
  • Flexible installation with vertical and horizontal lens shift capabilities
  • Large maximum projection size up to 500 inches
  • Built-in 10W stereo speakers (2 x 5W) which are louder than many portable competitors
  • Includes a remote control and physical VGA connector for legacy connections

What customers dislike about NEC NP1200?

  • Native resolution is limited to XGA (1024x768), which is low by modern standards
  • Standard lamp life is relatively short at 2,000 hours
  • High operating power consumption (393W) compared to newer LED or laser models
  • Lacks modern features like built-in Smart TV apps, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi
  • Audible operation noise (33 dB) may be noticeable in quiet environments
  • No motorized focus or zoom functionality; adjustments must be done manually

Expert reviews

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projectorcentral.com
01/10/2009
NP Installation Series NP1200 and NP2200 Specifications Would you like a comparison of the technical specifications between this model and the newer N...

This professional installation projector series includes the NP2200 and NP1200 models, which deliver high-quality images with an XGA native resolution and maximum UXGA support. They provide strong light output options of 4200 lumens and 3700 lumens respectively, utilizing advanced technologies to optimize display quality. Equipped with a versatile 5BNC input panel supporting RGB,...Read more

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