What are the best short throw projectors for outdoor use?
This page compares 2 short throw projectors with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Hisense PT1, AWOL Vision Aetherion Max. Prices range from £1,476 to £3,891. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Brightness (ANSI Lumens) ⇅ | Screen Resolution (HD, FHD, 4K) ⇅ | Throw Ratio (1.0 - 2.5) ⇅ | Contrast Ratio (-) ⇅ | Input Ports (-) ⇅ | Keystone Correction (Yes/No) ⇅ |
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Hisense PT1
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£1476.16 ≈ | — | — | 0.2 | 3000:1 | 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, optical audio, Ethernet | — |
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The Hisense PT1 is a 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector with 2500 ANSI lumens, a 3000:1 contrast ratio, triple-laser color, Google TV, and built-in Dolby Atmos audio. Its 0.2 throw ratio produces an 80in to 150in image from a short distance, making it well suited to home theaters and large-screen movie viewing. ★ Ideal forThe PT1 suits outdoor use when paired with a suitable screen because its 2500 ANSI lumens, 4K resolution, 0.2 throw ratio, and 80in to 150in projection range provide a bright, detailed large image from close to the screen. |
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AWOL Vision Aetherion Max
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£3890.90 ≈ | — | — | 0.2:1 | 6000:1 native, 60000:1 dynamic | 3 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x USB-C DisplayPort, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1 x SPDIF, 1 x RJ45 LAN, 1 x 3.5mm composite AV, 1 x micro USB screen trigger, 1 x 3.5mm RS232 | ✓ |
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The Aetherion Max is a bright 4K ultra-short-throw projector with an RGB triple-laser light source, strong contrast, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 3D support and gaming features including HDMI 2.1, VRR and low input latency. It suits premium home theaters and large living-room setups, especially where a very large image is needed close to the screen. ★ Ideal forIt suits outdoor use when paired with a suitable screen because its 3300 ISO lumens, 0.2:1 ultra-short-throw ratio and 4K resolution provide a bright, large image from a position close to the projection surface.
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