Projector Reviews: Projector Resolution
Projector Reviews: Projector Resolution
Terminology can be confusing when it comes to projectors. The more you understand about the latest in projectors the better able you’ll be to make the right choice when it comes to buying one. One term that you’ll have to know a little about is “resolution”. Resolution is all about the number of dots of light that show up on your television, computer screen, or projection screen. When shopping for a projector make sure you know what the “native” resolution of certain projectors is. Most projectors will work well with several different types of computer and television resolutions however each projector will have a native resolution at which it will operate at its best.
Finding the right projector resolution is as simple as knowing the resolution of your screen. If you plan on using either/or your computer or television you might want to buy a projector that has a high resolution so you can use it for multiple viewing purposes. If you plan on using a projector for business purposes it isn’t crucial that your laptop and projector have the same resolution but it will certainly make your presentation that much more appealing. Most models will be able to work well with a lower or higher resolution other than the native resolution by simply compressing or expanding the pixels that make up the picture or image. You’ll have to lower your standards if you choose to buy a projector that doesn’t match the native resolution of your laptop. Following are the most common resolutions, starting with the least expensive: VGA (480×640), SVGA (800×600), XGA (1024×768), and SXGA (1,280×1,024).
Projector resolutions are placed into four different categories: (1) UXGA for very high resolutions, (2) SXGA for high-end PCs, (3) XGA for displaying graphics and videos, and (4) SVGA which is ideal for its price and for displaying perfect images. If you choose a higher resolution projector you can expect to see more picture details than projectors with a lower resolution. More pixels make up the image and each of the pixels is smaller, making them less visible upon the screen. Lower resolution projectors will cost much less than high resolution projectors. Most will operate just as effectively and if you don’t need to display minute details is a good choice for your money. Before buying a projector take the time to shop around and compare projector resolutions and cost. You’ll be able to determine which projector is right for your business or personal needs.