Projectors 2026: ANSI vs CVIA Lumens, Light Source Life and Placement (SG, UK, AU)

We stock 41 projectors from HK$699 to HK$7,199. Every price below is read live from our catalogue, and ships from Hong Kong to Singapore, the UK and Australia.

1. How bright does it actually need to be

Throw distance cuts brightness. A 120-inch image has four times the area of a 60-inch image, so the same projector delivers a quarter of the light per unit area. Always judge brightness against the size you plan to project.

2. Light source: lamp, LED, laser

We stock 3 laser models. The practical benefit of laser is not only brightness — it is that there is no warm-up or cool-down. Switch on, you have a picture in three seconds; switch off, you can unplug immediately.

3. The lumens trap: ANSI vs ISO vs CVIA

Of our 41 units, 22 are labelled ANSI and 4 are labelled CVIA. A "3,000 CVIA" machine can look similar to a "1,600 ANSI" one. If you must compare across brands, convert to the same standard or look at measured reviews instead of the box.

4. Placement and keystone correction

Digital keystone correction works by cropping and rescaling. A 30-degree side placement can cost 20–30% of the effective pixel count. If you can place the projector square to the wall, do it.

5. Projectors we stock

6. Pick by use case

Bedroom or rental: small, quiet, no installation

Main lounge: bright, smart OS included

Image quality first: 4K or laser

7. Projector or TV

8. Shipping, plugs and warranty for SG, UK and AU

All three markets run 230V, so no voltage converter is needed. Australia needs a Type I adapter — some models ship in AU-plug variants, which are listed separately in our catalogue.

9. Common questions

Is higher ANSI always better?

No. Extra brightness costs black level — in a dark room an over-bright projector turns black into grey. Suitable beats maximum.

What is throw ratio?

Distance divided by image width. A 1.2:1 ratio means 1.2m of distance gives 1m of width. Measure before buying.

Do I need a screen?

A white wall works. A screen gives better gain and uniformity; a grey screen improves perceived black level.

Can the lamp be replaced?

Lamps usually yes (HK$800–2,000). Laser modules are not user-replaceable.

Can I use it for gaming?

Yes, but watch input lag. Most portables run 30–60ms, which is noticeable in competitive games.

How long does the built-in battery last?

Typically 1.5–3 hours depending on brightness. A full film usually needs mains power.

Does Netflix work?

Only on models with an official Netflix licence. Others need HDMI or casting, which caps quality.