Sony Unveils New 4K Home Theater Projectors | Tym

Sony has announced two new native 4K ultra high-definition video projectors, adding to the brands already impressive home cinema line up.

These new models expand the line by adding the VPL-VW285ES, which is the worlds only native 4K projector under $5,000, and the VPL-VW885ES which brings 4K laser-powered awesomeness to the home for $25,000.

True Native 4K — That’s 8.8 Million Pixels of WOW!

Sony’s SXRD panels render 8.8 million pixels (4096 x 2160) of true native 4K resolution. While other brands offer 4K via ‘pixel shifting’ technologies, only Sony offers true native 4K projection at these kinds prices.

What we and our clients have always loved from Sony for the rich color, detail, contrast their projectors can render on a screen. Projector quality is key to creating a realistic and immersive experience where you forget you are sitting in your own home because you have been transported to another time and place.

Tym was in San Diego in September for CEDIA 17 to see these new Sony models in person. And we got to spend more time with each of these new guys at a special Sony event in Salt Lake City.

NEW Sony VPL-VW885ES 4K HDR Laser Projector

Until now, 4K projection from Sony started at $50,000 and went up to $60,000 for their flagship VPL-VW5000ES. Now, you can instant-on 4K projection with a 20,000-hour rated light source for $25,000. This is more than a 4K laser projector.

This new model also gives you true HDR projection with 10-bit color, 2,000 lumens of brightness, and incredible contrast. Sony has managed to pack all of this goodness into a manageably-sized housing. This model isn’t really larger than the mid-range non-laser Sony’s that fit nicely into any room—even those with lower ceilings.

All sony projectors feature Sony’s proprietary Reality Creation, which upscales non-4K content to look ahh-mazing, as well as Motion Flow which can be adjusted to smooth out motion blur—which is especially nice on larger screens.

NEW Sony VPL-VW285ES, Entry-Level True 4K — Under $5,000

And by under $5,000, Sony means $4,999.99—still, this new entry-level model is the only native 4K projector on the market for less than $8,000.

The VPL-VW285ES uses the same technologies Sony developed originally for their commercial cinema projectors, and the 285 boasts true HDR10 color. Some projectors can “accept HDR signals” or are “HDR signal compatible”, but this model can actually render Ultra High Definition imagery in 10-bit color. That means the images have more of the colors our eyes are capable of seeing—making the new HDR content seem lifelike.

Which Sony 4K Projector is Right For You?

We’ve had a Sony 4K projector in each of our award-winning theaters and the owners of each of those theaters LOVE the stunning image quality. If you are considering a custom home theater—or upgrading your current projector—consider bringing 8.8 million pixels of true 4K WOW to your home.

Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate.