Sanyo PLV–Z700 review

Sanyo’s PLV–Z700 is aimed squarely at those looking to get into the HD projector game. But does it deliver everything we want from a top notch picture spitter? There’s only one way to find out…

Pros
Sanyo’s entry-level HD effort covers all bases extremely effectively. Its 1080p pictures are crisp, clear and just what you’d expect from something packing two HDMI ports. The 1,200 lumens provide ample pictures in conditions nowhere near pitch black, with the projector adjusting the light levels depending on what you;re feeding through it.

Cons
The PLV–Z700 is somewhat let down when trying to handle standard-definition content, as we found when we hooked up our Tiscali TV box to watch the latest installment of Hollyoaks (don’t judge us! The storylines are gripping). Being aimed at those with a Blu–Ray player or Sky HD however, this is a minor quibble. Try not to push the picture size too big though, as you’ll get plenty of video noise round the edges.

In summary then…
The PLV–Z700 gives both the InFocus X10 and Optoma HD800X a real run for their money. It’s very simple to set up, with menu control buttons slapped on top just in case you can’t find the remote during a lengthy movie session. Its excellent connectivity, with two HDMI ports and two component connections, means you can hook up a console, Blu–Ray player and your freeview box if you want. As an all rounder it’s difficult to beat, but real home cinema afficionados may find themselves looking elsewhere.

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