At CEDIA Expo 2024 last week, Sony Electronics announced two new native 4K laser home cinema projectors, the BRAVIA Projector 8 and BRAVIA Projector 9. Both are the first projectors to include the XR Processing technology, Sony’s BRAVIA TV video processing.
Sony’s XR Processor enables XR Dynamic Tone Mapping, XR Deep Black, XR TRILUMINOS PRO, and XR Clear Image to deliver what the company refers to as a “professional-grade cinematic experience.” XR Dynamic Tone Mapping analyzes peak brightness frame by frame, and delivers optimal tone mapping, showcasing images with rich gradation, high brightness, and authentic colors.
In addition, XR Deep Black controls laser dimming in dark scenes, bringing deeper blacks while maintaining tone and color expression. The XR TRILUMINOS PRO feature brings more than a billion colors to life and is redefined by XR Clear Image technology, upscaling all imagery to 4K quality by using a vast database to recreate lost texture and detail, all while minimizing noise.
These projectors are equipped with Sony’s laser light source, offering enhanced brightness in the company’s compact lightweight designs. There are up to 3,400 lumens from the BRAVIA Projector 9 and up to 2,700 lumens from the BRAVIA Projector 82.
For gamers, the 4K 120fps at a 12ms input lag plus Auto Low Latency Mode via 2x HDMI 2.1 compatible inputs provides the necessary smooth and clear movement for responsive and immersive gameplay, according to the company. The BRAVIA Projector 9 is also equipped with Live Color Enhancer to provide more vivid and vibrant images even in brighter environments.
“We are thrilled to bring these two new BRAVIA Projectors to the market, as these new offerings showcase the depth of Sony’s experience of more than 50 years of bringing cinema home to our customers,” said Christopher Mullins, home cinema product manager for professional displays and solutions at Sony. “With the technology of our Sony BRAVIA XR Processor now powering our projectors, these enhanced new products demonstrate our continued mission to ensure customers can enjoy the excitement and immersion of a professional-grade cinematic viewing experience from their very own home.”
Sony’s commitment to providing more sustainably operating solutions to the market continues with these new models, as the XR Deep Black optimally controls laser output frame by frame to improve power efficiency, and both models are built with a mercury-free laser light source.
BRAVIA Projectors 9 and 8 Key Features:
- Native 4K Laser home cinema projector for seamless integration into the home.
- Brighter lumens (3,400 & 2,700) to show the best picture in ambient lighting in any room.
- Powered by XR Processor for projector to bring professional-grade cinematic, sports, and gaming experiences into the home.
- 4K/120 fps and Auto Low-Latency Mode with HDMI 2.1 improving the performance of the display reaction speed to 12ms in 4K 120fps ensures gamers can enjoy the best possible experience alongside detailed image quality.
- Compatible with home automation solutions such as Control4, Crestron, Savant, AMX and remote maintenance services OvrC and Domotz so users can control multiple devices with one remote controller.
- Corner Keystone correction and lens-shift functions ensure the projectors can be installed in rooms with challenging conditions such as higher ceilings and limited depth.
- Live Color Enhancer – The BRAVIA Projector 9 is equipped with ‘Live Color Enhancer’ which provides more vivid and vibrant images without compromising on saturation where needed (i.e., skin color).
The BRAVIA Projector 9 (VPL-XW8100ES) replaces Sony’s existing VPL-XW7000ES projector. Both new home cinema projectors are designed to be fitted within home theater and media rooms.
The BRAVIA Projector 8 (VPL-XW6100ES) has a suggested retail price of $15,999.99 USD and $21,999.99 CAN and is available to order in early September at Sony Electronics, Amazon, Best Buy, and other authorized dealers. For a full list of specs and information or to buy from Sony Electronics directly, please visit https://electronics.sony.com/tv-video/projectors/all-projectors/p/vplxw6100es.
The BRAVIA Projector 9 (VPL-XW8100ES) has a suggested retail price of $31,999.99 USD and $43,999.99 CAN and is also available to order early September at Sony Electronics, Amazon, Best Buy, and other authorized dealers. For a full list of specs and information or to buy from Sony Electronics directly, please visit https://electronics.sony.com/tv-video/projectors/all-projectors/p/vplxw8100es.
