Projectors
Compare lamp, laser and short-throw projectors by brightness and room size, and request quotes from suppliers.
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- Lamp projector — traditional light source with lower upfront cost, but lamps need replacement.
- Laser projector — long life with consistent brightness and little maintenance. Better for rooms in daily use.
- LED projector — compact and low power, suited to small rooms and portable use.
- Short-throw and ultra-short-throw projector — sits close to the screen, so presenters do not cast shadows. Good for classrooms.
- Portable pico projector — pocket size for travelling presentations.
What to check before buying
- Brightness in ANSI lumens: roughly 3,000 to 4,000 for classrooms and meeting rooms with some ambient light, higher for large halls.
- Native resolution (XGA, WXGA, Full HD) and whether it matches your laptops.
- Connections: HDMI, VGA, USB and wireless casting.
- Lamp or light-source life in hours and the cost and availability of replacement lamps.
- Throw ratio and screen size, so the image fits your room at the distance available.
- Warranty, including the lamp, on-site service, mounting kit, screen and GST invoice.
Common brands include Epson, BenQ, ViewSonic, Optoma and Sony.
Who buys them
Schools, colleges, training centres, offices, auditoriums, hotels, houses of worship and NGOs.
Frequently asked questions
How many lumens for a classroom?
About 3,000 to 4,000 ANSI lumens for a standard classroom with curtains. Choose higher if the room is bright or the screen is large.
Projector or interactive flat panel?
A panel stays clear in daylight and needs no dimming, but costs more per screen size. A projector is more economical for large screens.
How long does a projector lamp last?
Lamp life is stated in hours by the manufacturer and varies by mode. Laser models last far longer and need no lamp changes.