This projector is exactly what I was looking for. I tried the sub $200 projectors but they were not bright enough. I tried the EF-100 and the brightness was amazing but the picture quality was not great once the screen got above 70". This EF-12 is the best of both worlds and the charry on top is that the sounds quality is quite good for the form factor. I planned to use this projector as my primary home theater display and also use it for family movie nights out in the back yard. It has been to cold and snowy outside to do the latter but the use of the projector as my home theater display has been nothing short of amazing!
Pros:
1. Brightness is high enough to cut the most well lit rooms
2. 1080P quality is great for the price point
3. The speakers get quite loud with great clarity
4. the cooling fan is very quiet.
5. The auto focus is fantastic
6. the remote is bluetooth and is very responsive
7. the standby to full on is very fast
Cons:
1. The throw distance is shorter than i expected for a 100" display (This is affects where you place it in the room)
2. The ceiling mount is sold separately (I have seen reviews where they got it in the box but this was not the case for me)
3. Bluetooth does not work to connect to external speaker. (Like i said the sound is good but to center the sound it would be nice to be able to connect a bluetooth soundbar or similar)
4. In very bright environments the picture does get a bit washed out.
Conclusion:
This was a great purchase however i would have opted for the EF11 (Same display specs without the yamaha speaker) if it were not for the sale that made the EF12 the same price as the EF11. Bottom line is the picture is fantastic and the sound for the EF12 is very good.
| Brand Name | Epson |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 4.69 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 6.89 x 6.89 x 5.04 inches |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
| Item model number | EF12 |
| Color Name | Black |
| Special Features | Built-In Speaker, Portable, Built-In 3d, Auto Focus, Short Throw, Wi-Fi Ready |
