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Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector

Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector

4.8· 34 ratings

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$1,500.00at Crawfords Superstore, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector

The Sony VPL-HW40ES is a 1080p home theater projector built on Sony's SXRD (LCoS) panels, with 1,700 ANSI lumens, a 200W lamp and a 1.6x manual zoom lens. Its main draw is strong native contrast and accurate BT.709 color for the price, plus generous vertical and horizontal lens shift that makes ceiling or shelf mounting easy. It has no built-in speaker or audio output, so plan on a separate sound system. It is a discontinued model, so current listings are typically used or refurbished units rather than new stock.

Best forDedicated dark-room home theatersBuyers wanting SXRD contrast on a budgetCeiling or shelf mounts needing lens shift1080p Blu-ray and streaming movie watching
Pros
  • SXRD panels deliver deep blacks and good native contrast
  • Accurate out-of-box color in BT.709
  • Wide vertical and horizontal lens shift eases placement
  • 1.6x zoom covers a range of room sizes
  • Quiet operation for a lamp projector
  • Solid 1080p sharpness for movies
Cons
  • Only 1,700 lumens; dim for rooms with ambient light
  • Lamp lasts 2,000 hours in high mode, 5,000 in eco
  • No built-in speaker or audio output
  • No 4K or HDR support
  • Discontinued, so parts and lamps are the main long-term concern

Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector prices at every store

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Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,500.00 on Nov 2 at Crawfords Superstore. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

What reviewers say

Owners rate it highly as a value 1080p projector, praising its contrast, color and lens shift. Common complaints are modest brightness and lamp cost over time.

Pros
  • Deep blacks for the price
  • Accurate, natural color
  • Flexible lens shift and zoom
  • Quiet fan in eco mode
Cons
  • Not bright enough for lit rooms
  • Lamp replacement cost
  • No audio output
  • Dated feature set versus newer models

Specifications

Native Resolution
1080p
Supported Resolutions
720/60p
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Projected Image Size
40-300 (measured diagonally)
Display Type
SXRD
Refresh Rate
240Hz
Contrast Ratio
High contrast ratios, Does not have a published contrast spec
Color Reproduction
BT.709/Color Space 1-3
Zoom
Manual
Focus
Manual
Weight
21.1 lbs. (9.6kg)
Throw Ratio
1.36 - 2.16:1
Keystone Correction
Yes (Vertical Keystone)
Lens Highlights
Standard throw projector
Lens Shift
Vertical lens shift, Horizontal lens shift
Optical Zoom
1.6x
Light Source Type
Lamp
Light Source Brightness
1700 ANSI lumen
Light Source Life
2000/5000 hours
Lamp Power
200W
Inputs
HDMI, VGA, Component, HDMI (2)
Outputs
No audio outputs
Audio Output
No audio outputs
Built-In Speaker
No

Questions and answers

Is the Sony VPL-HW40ES still worth buying?
For a dark dedicated room and a used price, yes: its SXRD contrast and lens shift still beat many budget 1080p projectors. Skip it if you need 4K, HDR or a bright living-room image.
How is it different from the VPL-HW45ES?
The HW45ES is the later revision with the same SXRD design and similar brightness, mainly adding minor refinements. Either is a fine 1080p choice; buy on condition and lamp hours.
How many hours does the lamp last?
Sony rates the 200W lamp at about 2,000 hours in high brightness and 5,000 hours in eco mode. Check reported lamp hours before buying used.
What screen size can it throw?
It projects a 40- to 300-inch diagonal image with a 1.36-2.16:1 throw ratio and 1.6x zoom. A 100-inch image needs roughly 11 to 17 feet of throw.
Does it have speakers or audio output?
No. There is no built-in speaker and no audio output, so route sound through your receiver or soundbar from the source.
What is in the box?
Typically the projector, power cord and remote. Used listings vary, so confirm the remote and lamp condition with the seller.
What do buyers say about the Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 34 ratings.
Where can I buy the Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater 3D Projector?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Crawfords Superstore, eBay.

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