Sony VPL-XW5000ES - 4K Projector Review
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- In this video, I review the Sony VPL-XW5000ES and compare it to my current projector-the Sony VPL-VW325ES.
Sony XW5000es Projector Unboxing & First Impression: • Sony VPL-XW5000ES - Un...
A few additional notes not mentioned in the video:
Bright Cinema is my preferred picture mode. I watched largely in this mode and in Cinema Film 1. No special calibrations or other adjustments.
I also approached this review the way I would do any real-world watching. I played the movies and shows I typically watch and decided which projector performed better to my eyes. Nothing especially sophisticated.
Song: Where We Wanna Go - Patrick Patrikios
Opening: Saving the World by Aaron Kenny
Gear Used in this Review
Projector: Sony VPL-VW325ES & Sony VPL-XW5000ES
Speakers (floor level): Klipsch Reference Premiere
Speakers (height): SVS Prime Elevation
Subwoofer: SVS PB-4000
Receiver: Denon AVR-X4500
Projector Screen: Elite Screens non-AT CineWhite 16:9 120"
Seating: Valencia Tuscany & Seatcraft Diamante
Streaming Device: Roku Ultra
Amplifiers: Monoprice 7-channel & Outlaw 5000
There’s no difference in resolution, just aspect ratio. They’re both 4K native. The 325 has a native aspect ratio of something like 17:9, where as the newer 5000 has the normal 16:9 ratio. While the chips on the 325 has more pixels, they aren’t used for 16:9 content.
Correct. Working on a final wrap-up mentioning that along with some other final thoughts.
With the 16:9 to 1 chip will you still benefit from a Panamorph lens for cinemascope? Or just zoom.
It would be so easy to chose this over the epson ls12000 if it had hdmi 2.1
Your channel is a jewel in the rough! Great content and very cool model projector, thanks for sharing, I hope you make more videos.
Very much appreciated. I will definitely keep posting.
Small miss in editing at the 5:09 mark. I did not identify the 325ES in the split screen. It is on the left. The 5000ES is on the right.
Yes! Another 3D fan.
I just bought this projector for my home theater after watching your review. Thank you so much for the recommendation. :)
but now I get a 3 to 4 second input lag every time playing HDR Content on my Netflix using my Shield pro. Pretty much I am staring at a black screen Every time I start a video for four seconds before the display comes up, though the audio is playing on the background.
Did you experience the same using your streaming platform?
Excellent. Yes, I get the same brief lag. I got a similar delay in all my previous projectors. Congrats on the projector.
I’m in the market for the Xw5000es and the AZ3000ES. Sony and Sony. Speakers will likely be Klipsch.
All good gets. I think you will really enjoy the XW5000ES. I am in the market myself for a new AVR/processor. May have to check out the new Sonys.
Hi Mate,
Congrats on good work 👏👏👏
Not much good content about this projector at YT.
After seeing Your review I know, that I'm gonno get one.
Can You advise me some kind of good value motorized 150" screen for it?
Thank you! Its a great projector. I have had it for several months and I'm still blown away by it. I do not have much experience with motorized screens but places like Crutchfield or Amazon may be a good place to start looking.
@@stillbluehometheater1056 Can you tell which brand and model of screen you use with it?
Wait, are you comparing them with streaming media?
I appreciate the video. I recently ordered a XW5000 so I'm looking forward diving in. How was the focus and white-field uniformity on your unit? Sony had some sample variance on their last gen projectors so I was curious about the new models. Are you still enjoying it? Thanks
No problem. I have had no issues at all with it. It is a very good projector. Bright Cinema looks like a massive tv. Reference, Cinema Film 1 & 2 looks more cinematic--like a commercial theater-like presentation. The overall picture is very impressive. The extra lumens made a big difference. And, it is noticeably more quiet than my previous projectors.
@@stillbluehometheater1056 That's great to hear. Thank you
Great review! So which one are you going to keep?
I am keeping the 5000es. I really like it. Need to sell the 325es now.
@@stillbluehometheater1056 Nice! Great choice…the 5000es and ls12000 are the front runners for me right now. But I’m leaning towards the Sony for sure.
@@BruhTech I am looking at both those as well and I am leaning towards the 5000es as well.
I am still using my Sony 45es 1080p and wondering if I would like the XW5000. The one thing they have in common is the clunky lens adjustment wheels for positioning and adjusting the picture to the screen.
For the review, I had it on a table. I had no issue at all
adjusting it from the table. Adjusting it on the ceiling mount was a major pain. That had more to do with adjusting the mount than the projector lens. But, the motorized lens would have made it easier and quicker for sure. But, I shouldn't have to do it again anytime soon.
@@stillbluehometheater1056 My Sony es45 is on a shelf. I can't ceiling mount it because I have a sloped vaulted ceiling and no attic to run wiring. The shelf I am using is high enough so that I can adjust the wheels (same kind as the XW5000) to dial it in. Still thinking of getting the xw5000 and upgrade to 4k.
@@nebtheweb8885 Just checked. There is a sale on the 5000es now. Its a good value and an excellent looking projector in my opinion.
How accurate are the colours?
A calibration could definitely help bring out the best. But, it looks great, to my eye, out of the box.
Thanks i dont why all these installers who are dealers also,telling me to return my sony projector and buy epson L1200 FROM THEM
Question this projector screen what was the gain
1.3 on the screen.
What kind of projector mount did you use? I'm looking to set it up the same way. Thank you advanced.
Check out my "Home Theater Cost" video here: czcams.com/video/FDGyAoLps7M/video.html I list all of my gear. My projector mount is at 6:43.
How does my 1700 dollar benq have more brightness than this projector? I wanna upgrade so I can watch with the windows open
Where did place your center speaker? I m planning to install in wall center speaker. Not sure how height it should be from floor
I'd recommend as close to ear level as possible. My center is below my screen. But, it has excellent sound dispersion and I hear it well.
How do you watch movies with a projector compared to a Tv
I watch movies almost entirely in my home theater. I have been spoiled so I can only watch in my home theater now.
I want to buy one and don’t know what screen to purchase? Can you recommend one?
Lots of factors to consider. For me, I have an 120" 16:9 non-AT white 1.3 gain Elite Screen. Elite Screens is an affordable brand. I went non-AT because I like seeing my speakers. 1.3 gain will reflect a bit more light. My first projector, not this one, output a decent amount of lumens but I wanted the higher gain screen to help add bit more brightness. My room is 100% light controlled so white material works just fine in my case. I went 16:9 because I watch a lot of varied content and used to that ratio. And, I went as big as I could for my space. 120" just fit. Ultimately, the 5000es and my current screen work pretty well together. And, for the money, its a good buy.
Can this make 300 inch screen in 4k
I would not recommend that pairing. 300in is a lot of surface area. 2K-3K lumens will not be enough for that much surface area. You would have to look at a 10K lumen projector like a Christie or a ultra high-end Sony.
What is the ideal throw distance of 5000es for a 135 inch screen ?
Should be okay between 13ft6in and 21ft8in.
Checkout the calculator on ProjectorCentral: www.projectorcentral.com/Sony-VPL-XW5000ES-B-projection-calculator-pro.htm#calc
What would be the minimum throw distance for an 110” screen?
The projector will back up to a wall 13 feet from the screen.
Will this work?
Great review,
Thanks
can i use 160 inc pure white screen innovations with this projector
Yes, 160" will work. You may need to back it up a bit--around 16 feet or more.
Thanks i dont why all these installers who are dealers also,telling me to return my sony projector and buy epson L1200 FROM THEM...@@stillbluehometheater1056
i am also a fan of 3d. a must have
Earned a sub.+like! Love it!
Thank you!
Do you have a light border around the screen
The screen has a slim velvet border. That is it.
Very nice the video clips looks great. 3d movies 🎬 where I live it is gone .
Thank you! I still have an old 3D capable TV that still has life. So, back to that for all my 3D movies.
What is aspect ratio of your screen
16:9
is it 3D?
Awesome review!! Will subscribe and keep a watch on this. I’m considering the xw5000es too. Can it display House of the Dragon and darker content reasonably well? Edit: Just watched the second half and LOTR looks excellent. Maybe crushing some blacks but the highlights and overall image probably serve the director’s intent pretty effectively.
For me, the darker scenes of House of the Dragon--particularly episode 7--were rough on whatever I watch them on. Generally, the 5000es does seem to loss a bit more detail in darker scenes. Its worth the mention but not so bad that I don't still love this projector.
@@stillbluehometheater1056 TRY turning off the Dynamic enhancer (not limited even ) the blacks are still great and the pic is brighter in dark HDR scenes . Pump up the HDR contrast to 85% and HDR on HIGH or Mid . I had to 5000 for about 6 weeks and now have the 6000 both amazing . The HDR on the 5000 is plenty esp in a dark theatre .
@@jmr8111 Much appreciated. I will try that.
I end up watching house of dragons or Game of Thrones on 77' OLED in my bedroom for this exact reason. Just too dark based on the directors decision on how to shoot it
Base-black was determined to be an issue last spring at the MWAVE shootout event and later this past December at the Value Electronics shootout. Sony lost both shootouts at every price point to JVC! According to a Sony projector team engineer who was providing commentary at the MWAVE shootout - base-black cannot be fixed via end-user settings. Rather it requires a proper firmware update. Last week I got a response from Projector Reviews (Phil Jones) that stated that it is likely that a firmware update will be issued by Sony soon-ish. IF Sony does, then I think Sony will level the playing field between themselves and JVC. Right now, Sony has the brightness edge while JVC has the blackness edge. If Sony fixes base-black, I personally will buy the Sony. Both extremes matter quite a bit with certain content, as noted in these comments, and considering the cost I want both extremes functioning properly by Sony prior to replacing my 285es sony projector.
But aren't these worth over 27k tho. That will break my
With no lens memory it’s a no go
Lens memory isn't critical to my application. But, if you change aspect ratios, I completely understand why it would be a dealbreaker.
Yes, but it is tooo big!