After purchasing a 4-year-old house that had a custom media room with middle-of-the-road professional equipment (22K install) I had numerous issues with the current installed Epson Pro Cinema 6040UB projector that was not 4K native ready. The main issue was a lack of clear focus and shortly after as moved in things started to go wrong with its optical system. I had started to look for a new 4K projector and came across this new model. My A/V dealer recommended this projector as a base entry to the Sony 4K projectors.
I purchased on Amazon thru Gramophone and had it shipped across the country by UPS. Only complaint was that it was not in a protected outbox protecting the factory shipping box.
This projector is freaking amazing for the price point. Yes, it’s expensive, but if you want to get into the new current release of Sony 4K projectors, this one is the way to go. Vivid, extremely sharp, and amazing detail. It was less light our point the our old projector, but you would never know by watching on a good basic level screen from 2017 (2K). Now I want to upgrade my screen to a new grey light reflecting 2.35:1 wide angle screen. This projector accepts all screen settings, although I think there is not a memory setting to go from one version to another without scrolling thru the aspect settings.
Disney movies, sports, streaming TV and movies, and Nintendo switch games are world class. If your budget is between 5 to 6K, I think this is one of the best projectors currently available. I hooked it up to a new Yamaha Yamaha Aventage RX-A6A. It’s singularly outstanding. Gramaphone was great to deal with and expertly guided me thru the selection and installation process. The proper mounting bracket was another $200 I think and utilized my current ceiling drop pole.
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| Price | — | $11,998.00 | $5,998.00 | $23,999.99 | $7,744.99 | -10% $1,798.00 List: $1,999.99 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Monday, May 6 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 3 | Get it May 3 - 10 | Get it May 3 - 10 | Get it May 2 - 6 |
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| Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | AVNation | AVNation | DIGJUNGLE |
| hardware interface | hdmi | hdmi | hdmi | usb, d sub | usb, d sub | usb, hdmi |
| display resolution | 4096 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840x2160 | 4096 x 2160 | 4096 x 2160 | 4096 x 2160 |
| brightness | 1500 | 2500 | 2000 | 2000 Lumens | 1800 | 2400 |
| native resolution | 4096 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | Full 4K HDR | 4096 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| max throw distance | 40 feet | 2.84 feet | 2.21 feet | — | — | 2.84 feet |
| min throw distance | 8 feet | 1.35 feet | 1.38 feet | — | — | 1.35 feet |
| controller type | Button Control | Button Control | Button Control | Button Control | Remote Control | Button Control |
| mounting type | Tabletop Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Tabletop Mount | Tabletop Mount | Ceiling Mount |
From the manufacturer
VPL-VW325ES
See the big picture in true 4K HDR
4K HDR Home projector
Sony X1 processor for projector
The X1 processor for projector enables high-precision frame analysis for unrivaled color, clarity and contrast.
Dynamic HDR Enhancer
Dynamic HDR Enhancer powered by X1 for projector enhances contrast scene by scene in combination with iris-controlled light output control to deliver stunning 4K HDR images.
Native 4K resolution for lifelike pictures
With more than four times the resolution of Full HD, native 4K offers 8.8 million pixels (4096 x 2160) for a picture that’s so incredibly lifelike, it’s like looking at the real thing.
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HDR Reference Mode
HDR levels that more accurately display the creator’s intent.
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Motionflow provides smooth motion for 4K & HD
Action in movies, sports, and video games appears incredibly clear and lifelike.
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High brightness and contrast
1,500 lumens of brightness create spectacular contrast even in well-lit rooms.
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Advanced SXRD panel
4K native SXRD panels produce outstanding native device contrast, reproducing deep blacks.
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Reality Creation upscales your favorites
Upscale your physical Blu-ray/DVD disc or streaming content to near 4K quality.
1 HDR Reference Mode 2 Motionflow 3 High Brightness 4 Advanced SXRD panel 5 Reality Creation
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Anamorphic lens compatibility for 4K signals
Wide lens compatibility means that you can use your legacy anamorphic lenses with ease.
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Input lag reduction for gamers
Faster response time between control input and on-screen action, making video games perform better.
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Bringing you all the world’s colors.
See exactly what the creator intended with the advanced color and gradation of TRILUMINOS Display.
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Watch for longer with a 280 W high-pressure lamp.
Enjoy up to 6,000 hours of watch time (in low mode) from a long-lasting mercury lamp.
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Flexible home installation
The powered zoom lens and wide lens shift range gives greater installation flexibility in any room.
1 Compatible with wide lens 2 4K Gaming 3 TRILUMINOS Display 4 Long-lasting lamp 5 Flexible installation
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Price
| — | $2,999.77 | $8,499.99 | $21,839.04 | — | $3,487.99 |
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Projection Technology
| SXRD Lamp Light Source | SXRD Lamp Light Source | SXRD Laser Light Source | SXRD Laser Light Source | SXRD Laser Light Source | SXRD Lamp Light Source |
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Resolution
| Full 4K (4096 x 2160) | Full 4K (4096 x 2160) | Full 4K (4096 x 2160) | Full 4K (4096 x 2160) | Full 4K (4096 x 2160) | Full HD (1920 X 1080) |
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High Dynamic Range (HDR)
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A |
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Brightness
| 1,500 lumens | 1,800 lumens | 2,000 lumens | 2,200 lumens | 2,500 lumens | 1,800 lumens |
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Dynamic Contrast
| N/A | 350,000:1 | Infinite Dynamic Contrast | Infinite Dynamic Contrast | Infinite Dynamic Contrast | 120,000:1 |
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Reality Creation
| Yes (for 4K) | Yes (for 4K) | Yes (for 4K) | Yes (for 4K) | Yes (for 4K) | Yes (for HD) |
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Picture Position
| N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes | N/A | N/A |
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Lens
| Standard 4K Lens | Standard 4K Lens | Standard 4K Lens | ARC-F Lens | Ultra-Short Throw Lens | Standard HD Lens |
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Recommended Lamp Cycle
| 6,000 hours | 6,000 hours | 20,000 hours | 20,000 hours | 20,000 hours | 6,000 hours |
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IMAX ENHANCED
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
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X1 processor for projector
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Dynamic HDR Enhancer
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Reviews with images
Superb 4K and HDR
A superb projector with amazing color, brightness and contrast. Compared to my previous projector, the Epson 5040UB (which was a fantastic projector as well), the 325ES blows it out of the water when it comes to color and contrast. On paper it has a lower lumen output than the 5040, but I have complete light control in my room, with no windows and walls painted black, so it actually looks brighter than the 5040 when both are on low power due to the better HDR processing and contrast. If you don't have complete light control and watching with bright ambient lighting, you may have some trouble getting it bright enough to cut through. The HDR and color on the 325ES appears richer and brighter than the 5040 thanks to the SXRD panels and not needing a color filter which the 5040 uses on some picture presets to improve color accuracy but at the expense of brightness. The native 4K resolution makes UHD content very sharp and crispy, noticeably sharper than the pixel shifting the 5040 uses. As an added bonus, the Reality Creation feature adds some extra enhancement to give things a little more pop and realism. I've added some off-screen shots to help show the contrast, brightness and color qualities, but of course they can't fully replicate the image quality that you see with your own eyes. The 325ES is pretty pricey, especially when compared to the Epson 5040/5050 which is still a great value projector. But if you're willing to pay a premium price, you'll get a premium picture quality that'll be worth it.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2021
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A superb projector with amazing color, brightness and contrast. Compared to my previous projector, the Epson 5040UB (which was a fantastic projector as well), the 325ES blows it out of the water when it comes to color and contrast. On paper it has a lower lumen output than the 5040, but I have complete light control in my room, with no windows and walls painted black, so it actually looks brighter than the 5040 when both are on low power due to the better HDR processing and contrast. If you don't have complete light control and watching with bright ambient lighting, you may have some trouble getting it bright enough to cut through. The HDR and color on the 325ES appears richer and brighter than the 5040 thanks to the SXRD panels and not needing a color filter which the 5040 uses on some picture presets to improve color accuracy but at the expense of brightness. The native 4K resolution makes UHD content very sharp and crispy, noticeably sharper than the pixel shifting the 5040 uses. As an added bonus, the Reality Creation feature adds some extra enhancement to give things a little more pop and realism. I've added some off-screen shots to help show the contrast, brightness and color qualities, but of course they can't fully replicate the image quality that you see with your own eyes. The 325ES is pretty pricey, especially when compared to the Epson 5040/5050 which is still a great value projector. But if you're willing to pay a premium price, you'll get a premium picture quality that'll be worth it.
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