Short-Throw Projectors

While traditional projectors need to have a significant distance between the lens and the projector screen, a short-throw projector can sit close to the screen or wall and still create a beautiful image. The convenience of this arrangement allows you to use a projector even in a small space, and you don’t have to worry about keeping the path between the projector and the screen clear of obstacles.

Most short-throw projectors work well within six feet of your projector screen without causing image distortion, and ultra-short-throw projectors can sit as close as two or three feet. What’s even more impressive is the image size these projectors can achieve at that close range. There are short-range projectors that can fill 25-foot screens. Your neighbors will be able to watch your backyard movies!

While you may picture a television when thinking of the latest image technology, projectors are capable of excellent resolutions and image quality. After all, a projector is what’s used in a movie theatre. If you want the clearest, crispest images, shop for a 4K short-throw projector.

When you’re shopping for the best projector for your home or office, you might want to start by considering the differences between short-throw and ultra-short-throw projectors. Think about the layout of your space and what kind of projector will serve you best.

Once you have chosen a projector design and decided on your preferred resolution, think about ideal brightness and contrast abilities. Will there be any lighting that your projector needs to contend with while playing? If so, shop for a bright and high-contrast projector. A short-throw laser projector or a projector with a high dynamic range can produce a particularly vivid image.

Finally, think about what technology—wired or wireless—you will use to connect Blu-ray players, streaming media devices or computers to the projector. In terms of sound, you could choose a projector with integrated speakers, but if you are using your projector in a large living room, a conference room or outside, you will probably want additional speakers, like a sound bar.