ViewSonic LS740HD vs LS740W: Which Laser Projector Should You Choose for Your Needs?

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Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic LS740HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$978.13​	$899.99​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 5000 Lumens Resolution: 1080p Lamp Life: Up to 30,000 hours Optical Zoom: 1.3x Projection Features: 360 degree projection, H/V keystone, 4 corner adjustment Auto Power: Auto on/off capability Remote Management: Compatible with Crestron, AMX, Extron, PJ Link, ATEN, vController Connectivity: HDMI, USB Type A, supports various media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices​	Brightness: 5000 Lumens Resolution: WXGA Lamp Life: Up to 30,000 hours Setup Features: 1.3x optical zoom, 360 degree projection, H/V keystone, 4 corner adjustment Power Management: Auto power on/off Remote Control: LAN control compatibility with Crestron, AMX, Extron, PJ Link, ATEN, ViewSonic’s vController​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic LS740HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1 Meters - 8 Meters​	0.77 Meters - 9.98 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	3000000:1​	3000000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920x1080 Pixels​	1280 x 800 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1280 x 800​
Brightness​	5000 Lumen​	5000 Lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	Laser​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	-​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic LS740HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Video Encoding​	-​	-​
Lamp Wattage​	203 Watts​	203 Watts​
Light Source Life​	20000 Hours​	20000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount​	Ceiling Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Built-In Speaker, Eco-Friendly, ultra-large screen, Long-lasting​	eco-friendly, Digital Keystone Correction, Lightweight, high brightness, 3d-Ready​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic LS740HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Smartphone, Speaker​	Laptop, Television, Tablet, Speaker​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic LS740HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Dimensions L x W x H​	11.3"L x 8.5"W x 5"H​	11.3"L x 5"W x 8.5"H​
Item Weight​	6.6 Pounds​	6.6 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic LS740HD​	Pros: • Laser technology for longevity and brightness • Quiet operation • Minimal heat generation • Extremely bright, suitable for daytime viewing • Quick startup with almost no warmup time • Easy manual focus adjustment • Good zoom range with both manual and digital options • Multiple preset modes: Living Room, Cinema, Presentation, etc. • Sharp and clear picture quality Cons: • No lens shift capability • Designed to be stationary once set in place • Power cord has a "Laptop" style connection with a proprietary power brick • Manual zoom may not reduce image enough for some screens Overall Impression: This projector is an excellent entry-level option for anyone seeking a bright and versatile device for presentations or casual home viewing. Despite minor shortcomings such as the lack of lens shift and a proprietary power connection, its performance, ease of use, and value for money make it a strong contender in its price range.
ViewSonic LS740W​	Pros • Bright and clear picture quality • Good distance performance • Fast operation with low noise • Vibrant colors • Suitable for various uses (streaming, band performances, church) • Good value for the price Cons • May require closer positioning in some settings Overall Impression This projector from ViewSonic delivers impressive performance with bright visuals and clarity, making it a strong choice for streaming and live events. Its effective operation and quality make it a worthwhile investment, particularly for those looking for reliable performance at a reasonable price.