ViewSonic PA700S vs PA700W: Which Projector Offers Superior Right and Vertical Keystone Adjustments?

[Serena Anderson]

Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700S​	ViewSonic PA700W​
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Price​	$349.99​	$429.99​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Business​	Education, Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 4500 Lumens Resolution: SVGA (800x600p) Optical Zoom: 1.1x Keystone Correction: 40-degree vertical Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: Dual HDMI, VGA, USB, compatible with most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices	Brightness: 4500 Lumens Resolution: WXGA (1280x800p) Optical Zoom: 1.1x Vertical Keystone Adjustment: 40 degrees Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: Dual HDMI, VGA, USB, compatible with most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700S​	ViewSonic PA700W​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1.18 Meters - 13.17 Meters​	1.18 Meters - 13.17 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	22000:1​	22000:1​
Display Resolution​	800 x 600 Pixels​	1280 x 800 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	800 x 600​	1280 x 800​
Brightness​	4500 Lumen​	4500 Lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	DLP​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700S​	ViewSonic PA700W​
Lamp Wattage​	240 Watts​	300 Watts​
Light Source Life​	4000 Hours​	4000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Other Features​	UHP​	UHP​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700S​	ViewSonic PA700W​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​
Hardware Connectivity​	VGA, Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	VGA, Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone​	Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700S​	ViewSonic PA700W​
L x W x H​	9.2"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​	9.2"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​
Item Weight​	6 Pounds​	6 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic PA700S​	Pros: • Bright projection quality, suitable for presentations in well-lit environments • Affordable price point for the features offered • Lightweight design, making it easy to mount and relocate • Versatile mounting options (rightside up or upside down) • Reliable brand reputation (Viewsonic) • Good image quality with sharp optics Cons: • Fan issue causing automatic shut-off, which may indicate quality control concerns • Feels somewhat cheap and lightweight, lacking the sturdiness of other models • Inaccurate projection size claims (200" image not achievable at the specified distance) • USB port not usable for video/photo display, limiting content options Overall Impression: The Viewsonic PA700W projector offers excellent brightness and image quality at an affordable price, making it suitable for presentations in various settings. However, potential buyers should be cautious about the fan issues and the discrepancies in projected image size. While it is versatile and reliable, the lightweight construction may give an impression of lower quality, and the limitations regarding USB connectivity could be a dealbreaker for some users.
ViewSonic PA700W​	Pros: • Bright image, suitable for presentations in well-lit environments • Affordable price point for a projector with good features • Sharp optics and great image quality • Versatile mounting options (rightside up or upside down) • Reliable brand reputation Cons: • Does not reach the advertised maximum image size at greater distances • Lightweight design may feel cheap and less durable • Limited functionality, lacking the ability to use USB as a source for videos/photos • Initial issues with fan operation leading to shutdowns Overall Impression: The Viewsonic PA700W projector offers excellent brightness and image quality at an affordable price, making it a solid choice for presentations in various settings. However, potential buyers should be cautious about the actual image size capabilities and the lightweight construction, which may not meet everyone's expectations for durability.