ViewSonic PA503X vs BenQ SVGA MS560: Which Business Projector Offers Better Value?

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Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503X​	BenQ SVGA MS560​
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Price​	$362.11​	$359​
Recommended Uses​	Business​	Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 4000 Lumens Resolution: XGA Setup: 1.1x optical zoom, 40 degree vertical keystone Input Latency: 16ms Lamp Life: Up to 15,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: HDMI, VGA, mini USB, supports most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices	Brightness: 4000 ANSI Lumens Contrast Ratio: 20000:1 Connectivity: Dual HDMI Data Review Mode: Yes Setup Features: Ergonomic retractable foot, auto vertical keystone Power Saving Mode: SmartEco Mode (up to 70% lamp power savings)

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503X​	BenQ SVGA MS560​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	3.9 Feet - 43 Feet​	1.96 Meters - 2.15 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	22000:1​	4:3​
Display Resolution​	768 Pixels​	800 x 600 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1024 x 768​	800 x 600​
Brightness​	4000 Lumen​	4000 lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	DLP​
Picture Enhancement​	SuperColor​	-​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503X​	BenQ SVGA MS560​
Lamp Wattage​	190 Watts​	300 Watts​
Light Source Life​	5000 Hours​	6000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Ceiling, Wall, Table​
Other Features​	Ultra Short Throw​	Digital Keystone Correction​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503X​	BenQ SVGA MS560​
Connectivity Technology​	VGA, USB, HDMI​	Display Port, USB, HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	USB, HDMI​	Mini USB 2.0 Type B, USB 2.0 Type A, HDMI​
Compatible Devices​	DVD players; Blu-ray players; Amazon FireTV; AppleTV; Google Chromecast; Mac Computers; Windows Computers​	Laptop​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA503X​	BenQ SVGA MS560​
L x W x H​	11.6"L x 8.6"W x 0.2"H​	11.65"L x 8.7"W x 6.69"H​
Item Weight​	4.85 Pounds​	5.5 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic PA503X​	Pros: • Superior Brightness: The View Sonic PA503S offers impressive brightness at 3600 lumens, allowing for earlier viewing even in less-than-ideal lighting conditions. • Image Quality: Delivers a clear, movie theater-quality image with easy focus adjustment and no edge softness. • User-Friendly Setup: Easier to set up compared to competitors, which is ideal for outdoor movie nights. • Good Audio Functionality: Compatible with Netflix audio, providing a better overall viewing experience. • Quality Build: Outperforms competitors in terms of build quality and durability. Cons: • Longer Throw Distance: Requires a longer projection distance (19 feet) to fill a large screen. • Price Point: At $300, it is more expensive than some other entry-level projectors. • Limited Manual Support: The manual lacks detailed troubleshooting advice, which could help users optimize settings. Overall Impression: The View Sonic PA503S stands out as an excellent choice for those seeking a high-quality projector for outdoor movie nights. Its brightness, image clarity, and overall build quality make it a worthy investment, despite a few minor drawbacks such as the longer throw distance and higher price. For users focused on creating a great viewing experience, the PA503S is likely to exceed expectations.
BenQ SVGA MS560​	Pros: • Excellent image quality for its price range • High brightness of 4000 lumens suitable for well-lit environments • 20,000:1 contrast ratio for good differentiation between dark and light tones • Automatic keystone correction for easy setup and image adjustment • Multiple connectivity options, including dual HDMI and VGA • Predefined image modes for various lighting conditions • Robust construction and good value for money Cons: • Image quality may diminish in very bright rooms • Setup instructions for Mac can be confusing • No horizontal correction option, limiting placement flexibility • Lack of lens cover for protection during transport Overall Impression: The BenQ SVGA (MS560) business projector is a reliable and versatile option for professionals and educators. Its high brightness, excellent image quality, and ease of setup make it particularly effective in various lighting conditions, making it a solid choice for presentations and classes. Despite some minor drawbacks, the value for money it offers is commendable, and it has proven to be a durable choice over time.