ViewSonic PA503HD vs LS740W: Which Projector is Better for Education?

[Harry Williams]

Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
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Price​	$519.99​	$884.99​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Home Cinema, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 4000 Lumens Resolution: 1080p FHD Optical Zoom: 1.1x Vertical Keystone Adjustment: 40 degrees Contrast Ratio: High native contrast via 0.65" DMD chip Lamp Life: Up to 15,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: HDMI, USB Type A, compatible with most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices	Brightness: 5000 Lumens Resolution: WXGA Lamp Life: Up to 30,000 hours Zoom: 1.3x optical Projection Angle: 360 degrees Keystone Adjustment: H/V keystone and 4 corner adjustment Auto Power: Yes Remote Management: Compatible with Crestron, AMX, Extron, PJ Link, ATEN, ViewSonic’s vController

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1 Meters - 10 Meters​	0.77 Meters - 9.98 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	22000:1​	3000000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1200 Pixels​	1280 x 800 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1280 x 800​
Brightness​	4000 Lumen​	5000 Lumen​
Display Type​	LCD​	Laser​
Picture Enhancement​	ViewSonic SuperColor​	-​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
Lamp Wattage​	240 Watts​	203 Watts​
Light Source Life​	4000 Hours​	20000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount​	Ceiling Mount​
Other Features​	High brightness, High native contrast ratio, Large Screen size, Easy multimedia access​	eco-friendly, Digital Keystone Correction, Lightweight, high brightness, 3d-Ready​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503HD​	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​	USB 2.0 Type A, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Television, Speaker​	Laptop, Television, Tablet, Speaker​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503HD​	ViewSonic LS740W​
L x W x H​	13.3"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​	11.3"L x 5"W x 8.5"H​
Item Weight​	6 Pounds​	6.6 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic PA503HD​	Pros: • Exceptional brightness (3600 lumens), allowing for earlier movie start times. • Clear image quality with easy focus adjustment, providing a ‘movie theater’ experience. • Superior build quality compared to competitors, enhancing durability and user experience. • Compatible with Netflix audio, alleviating the need for additional workarounds. • Longer throw distance allows for flexible setup options. Cons: • Requires a longer projection distance (19 feet) compared to some competitors. • Higher price point ($300) than budget options like Vankyo and QKK. • Some users may still need to invest in additional audio equipment for optimal sound. Overall Impression: The ViewSonic PA503S stands out as a top-tier projector for outdoor movie nights, delivering impressive brightness and clarity that significantly improves the viewing experience. While it comes at a higher price than entry-level models, its superior performance and build quality justify the investment for those seeking a reliable and enjoyable outdoor movie setup.
ViewSonic LS740W​	Pros • Bright and clear picture quality • Fast performance with low noise • Great for streaming and various uses (e.g., sports, band practice) • Good value for the price • Positive user experience compared to other products Cons • May require closer positioning in some setups • Initial skepticism before trying the product Overall Impression The ViewSonic projector stands out for its impressive brightness, clarity, and versatility, making it an excellent choice for a variety of settings. Users have reported a highly satisfactory experience, particularly for streaming and presentations, with many praising its performance in comparison to other models. Overall, it offers great value and functionality for those in need of a reliable projector.