Canon USA has introduced five new portable projectors utilizing DLP BrilliantColor display technology to deliver rich, realistic color, 3000 lumens of brightness, a 2300:1 contrast ratio for crisp blacks with depth and dimension, filter-free operation, and up to 6,000 hours of lamp life when in economy mode. Designed for the education and corporate/small office markets, these compact projectors weigh approximately 6lbs. and are backed by Canon’s three-year parts and labor limited warranty and Projector Protection Program (Triple P). The new Canon portable projectors and their native resolutions include: the LV-WX300 with WXGA (1280×800); the LV-X300 with XGA (1024×768); the LV-S300 with SVGA (800×600); the LV-WX300ST short-throw multimedia projector with WXGA (1280×800); and the LV-X300ST short-throw multimedia projector with XGA (1024x 768). All five projectors include advanced color adjustment features as well as multiple computer, video, and audio inputs for compatibility with a variety of image-playback devices. An HDMI input offers the ability to project high-quality images and 1080p HD-originated digital video from compatible computers, Blu-ray players, cable/satellite boxes, and other devices such as BD recorders. The projectors also include inputs for audio sources, and have a built-in 10W speaker.
Availability: Varies
Prices: LV-WX300, $699; LV-X300, $649; LV-S300, $499; LV-WX300ST, $999; LV-X300ST, $849