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Sony VPL-VW500ES review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£2,220Native panel resolution:4096x2160ANSI lumens:1700Throw ratio:2.83:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Sony VPL-VW500ES Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 14 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony VPL-VW500ES
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

35%

6.2

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.8

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▲Better than 64% of projectors
5.4

Value for money

Value for money
5.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 94%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

42%

6.6

Image Quality

22%

7.7

Projection & Lens

12%

5.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.4

Audio & Features

8%

5.4

Connectivity

6%

4.5

Design & Power

▼Worse than 61%
8.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models

80%

8.8

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (14)
13 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 92%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,220
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Sony VPL-VW500ES

Based on 10 · 1

Reviewers praise the 4K detail and upscaling, but 3D disappoints, connections are limited, and the lens and picture modes split opinion.
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Technical Specifications of projector Sony VPL-VW500ES

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

42%

6.6

Image Quality

22%

7.7

Projection & Lens

12%

5.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.4

Audio & Features

8%

5.4

Connectivity

6%

4.5

Design & Power

6.2
Reviews score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.4
ANSI lumens
1,700
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,700 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 61.5% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
200,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 200000:1, higher than 79.3% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
4096x2160
This projector uses a native resolution of 4096x2160, higher than 95.9% of projectors and equal to 4.1% of projectors.
Output resolution
4096x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 4096x2160, higher than 95.9% of projectors and equal to 3.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCoS
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
2.83:1
Min throw distance
1.524 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.524 m, longer than 86.4% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Max projection size
300 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.5% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
2.06
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 2.06, wider than 91.2% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorised zoom. 85.4% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Input lag
97 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 97 ms, higher than 95.9% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 51.2% of projectors and equal to 46.5% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.7% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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What reviewers say
Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have built-in smart TV features. 43.9% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 66.5% of projectors and equal to 33.5% of projectors.
Mercury lamp.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
4,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 78.8% of projectors and equal to 9.6% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
5,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 5,000 hours, longer than 86.3% of projectors and equal to 6.5% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
375 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 375 W of power, more than 89.3% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
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What reviewers say

Sony VPL-VW500ES vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector 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
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • 0.76 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2.06 vs 1.3
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (200000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    200,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (86% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    86% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 18.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.8/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
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    ★ Better than 92% of models

    80%

    8.8

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    13 reviews: 7 with a printed score, 6 estimated from the review. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.8 vs 7.4
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (200000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    200,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (86% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    86% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 0.76 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2.06 vs 1.3
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 21 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (85 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    85 % vs 64 %
  • 50 inch larger image size
    This projector 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
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via Motionflow.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
    Mini D-sub 15-pin input.
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 31 dB
  • 0.2 W lower standby power
    This projector uses less standby power than the average projector (0.3 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    0.3 W vs 0.5 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Mercury lamp.
    lamp vs laser
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • 70 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (97 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    97 ms vs 27 ms
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • 0.52 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.524 m vs 1.0055 m
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 28.3% worse value for money
    Sony VPL-VW500ES has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.42 vs 6.9).
    5.42 vs 6.95
  • 3.36x more expensive
    Sony VPL-VW500ES is more expensive than the average projector (£2,220 vs £660).
    £2,220 vs £660
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 22.7% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,700 vs 2,200
  • 8 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2013 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    December 2013
    2013 vs 2021
  • 0.52 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.524 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 70 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (97 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    97 ms vs 27 ms
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • No headphone jack
    This projector does not have a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 84.4% of projectors offer a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector does not have a built-in speaker, while the average projector does. 87% of projectors have one.
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 82.4% of projectors have one.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Mercury lamp.
    lamp vs laser
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 4.7x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (14 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    14 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 15,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector 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.
    5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 145 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (375 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    375 W vs 230 W
  • 198.6 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (495.6 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    495.6 mm vs 297 mm
  • 73.3 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (195.3 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    195.3 mm vs 122 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
digitalfernsehende
≈ estimated
28/11/2013
Hands-on review · image quality and build tests
Verdict
Sony VPL-VW500ES is a strong 4K projector with an impressive picture, despite its build issues.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
26/10/2013
Hands-on review · Low-cost 4K projector
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES delivers sharp native 4K pictures and is affordable for a 4K projector, though its HDMI ports and input lag hold it back.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
05/01/2014
Lab test · Ultra HD projector
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES has excellent contrast and sharp native 4K detail, but its 1,700 lumens mean you need to draw the curtains for films.
10
homecinemachoice.com
✓ explicit
04/01/2014
Hands-on review · 4K home cinema
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES delivers sharp native 4K and strong upscaling of HD discs, though its black levels trail JVC's D-ILA projectors.
8.0
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
01/04/2014
Hands-on test · 4K home cinema
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES is a capable 4K projector with sharp, natural pictures, best with 4K sources, though some non-4K rivals look better on Blu-ray.
9.5
insideci.co.uk
≈ estimated
22/06/2014
Hands-on test · 4K home cinema
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES is a native 4K projector with excellent detail and motion, but its 1,700 lumens suit only light-controlled rooms.
avforums.com
03/12/2013
Not graded yet
9.0
cine4home.de
≈ estimated
05/09/2013
First look · Smaller 4K projector
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES is a smaller, cheaper 4K projector with motorized optics, though its lens falls short of the larger VW1000.
9.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
12/10/2014
Lab test · 4K home cinema
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES is a quiet 4K projector with excellent picture quality, easy to place where space is tight.
9.0
heimkinoraum.de
≈ estimated
05/05/2014
Firmware update test · 3D
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES shows far fewer 3D double images after firmware 1.006, at the cost of about 8% less light, which is barely noticeable.
9.0
connect-living.de
≈ estimated
02/06/2014
Hands-on test · 4K home cinema
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES brings native 4K with strong brightness and contrast, and its Reality Creation sharpening makes Blu-rays look finer.
7.2
avcesar.com
✓ explicit
13/12/2013
Lab test · Upscaling and calibration
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES delivers picture quality close to its bigger VW1000ES sibling, but its three panels need realigning after every restart.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
17/03/2014
Lab test · 4K projector
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES has deep blacks and sharp 4K, but its 120 ms lag suits film fans better than gamers, and 3D glasses are not included.
8.0
homecinema-fr.com
≈ estimated
08/09/2014
Lab test · Early sample issues
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES first unit had serious faults and a rough build, but the replacement measured evenly bright across the screen.
9.0
xatakahome.com
≈ estimated
30/12/2013
Hands-on test · 4K picture
Verdict
The Sony VPL-VW500ES is a quiet projector with a sharp, bright 4K image, best for dedicated home cinemas with space for its bulky body.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony VPL-VW500ES

  • Native 4K resolution provides incredible detail levels and a deep depth of field.
  • Exceptional HD upscaling via Reality Creation engine makes Blu-rays look near-4K quality.
  • Superb color accuracy and natural skin tones, especially with Triluminos technology.
  • Highly flexible installation with motorized zoom, focus, and large lens shift ranges.
  • Quiet operation and good build quality despite being more compact than previous flagships.
  • Includes a full Color Management System (CMS) for precise calibration.

What customers don't like about Sony VPL-VW500ES

  • Black levels are good but not class-leading; rivals like JVC's D-ILA offer deeper blacks.
  • Dynamic iris can cause distracting brightness 'jumps' when set to aggressive levels.
  • Mixed 3D performance, with some reviewers reporting crosstalk and a lack of full vertical resolution.
  • 3D glasses are not included in the box and must be purchased separately.
  • HDMI 2.0 implementation is limited to 4:2:0 chroma subsampling at 60fps.
  • Some permanent, non-defeatable noise reduction can slightly dampen fine film grain.

Verdict

The Sony VPL-VW500ES is a high-performance native 4K home cinema projector featuring a resolution of 4096 x 2160 pixels, 1,700 ANSI lumens of brightness, and a 200,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Utilising advanced SXRD panel technology and Triluminos display for a wider colour gamut, it includes 'Reality Creation' upscaling for HD content and a 2.06x motorised zoom for installation flexibility. Its primary advantages include exceptional 4K clarity, industry-leading upscaling, and quiet operation (26dB). However, some users have noted that its black levels are not as deep as those found in rival LCoS models, and it lacks a motorised lens cover compared to higher-end variants.

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