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Epson home cinema 3800 4k pro-uhd 3-chip projector with hdr $1399 at Parker Gwen

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The Epson Home Cinema 3800 includes our latest 4K PRO-UHD1 technology for an exceptional 4K HDR2 home theater experience. Using advanced processing technologies for resolution enhancement, color and image processing, the Home Cinema 3800 faithfully displays all your favorite content at an exceptional level of brightness and color accuracy. And, with support for the latest 18 Gbps HDMI 2.0 specification, you'll enjoy 4K HDR gaming at a full 60 fps from the latest generation of consoles and streaming devices.

Whether you're streaming your favorite series, 4K gaming, or simply watching a blockbuster movie in HDR, the Epson Home Cinema 3800 is simply stunning.
  • 4K PRO-UHD1 Projection Technology
  • True 3-chip projector design
  • 4K resolution processing
  • Full 10-bit HDR2; HLG support
  • Real-time, digital video processing
  • Dimensions: 16.1" x 13.0" x 6.5"

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pixelpusher15
06-17-2021 at 01:49 PM.
06-17-2021 at 01:49 PM.
I think this is the lowest it's been. Quite a deal

No this isn't native 4K but it is twice as sharp as 1080p and it is noticeable. 4K DLP projectors will be sharper but have worse contrast. This Epson 3800 is measured around 2000:1 native contrast and most DLP 4K projectors peak around 1000: native contrast. It also has a dynamic iris which boosts contrast even further. This projector is very bright and can do well with some ambient light, I recommend getting a grey screen with it to maintain contrast and drop black levels. If you are trying to use it more as a dedicated theater projector then I still recommend using a grey screen since it's black floor is kinda high and it's just a bit too bright for a true dark room theater. Only go white if you are projecting on a massive 150"+ plus screen.

This projector also has a ton of lens shift which means placement is super easy and there isn't a need to worry about using keystone correction and distorting the image.

There are reports of this projector being a bit out of focus when using a lot of lens shift. Some users notice it and others don't care. When I demoed it in my space I only noticed it when looking for it. If you are using this with a HTPC and viewing a lot of text then it would be more of a concern.
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06-17-2021 at 02:06 PM.
06-17-2021 at 02:06 PM.
I have this and it's a great projector. For the gamers out there, this has some of the lowest input lag of 4k projectors.
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06-17-2021 at 02:19 PM.
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Same price at Amazon with amazon price you can price match bestbuy
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06-17-2021 at 02:22 PM.
06-17-2021 at 02:22 PM.
Quote from Iddido :
Same price at Amazon with amazon price you can price match bestbuy

I'm only seeing the 3200 on amazon. Seems like the 3800 is sold out?
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06-17-2021 at 02:23 PM.
06-17-2021 at 02:23 PM.
Quote from Iddido :
Same price at Amazon with amazon price you can price match bestbuy
link? dont see it

this pj best for dedicated theatre room or go w sumthing else?
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06-17-2021 at 02:30 PM.
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Have never heard of this site. Seems like a good deal and no tax to NJ it looks like. This has been on my watch list.
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06-17-2021 at 03:01 PM.
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How's the noise on this? Its competing against the 4010 and 5050UB but those arent on sale now Frown

Seems tempting, shame nowhere to demo...
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How's the noise on this? Its competing against the 4010 and 5050UB but those arent on sale now Frown

Seems tempting, shame nowhere to demo...

I'd actually had all three and I think the noise is pretty good on medium and great on Eco. All of them loud on High and would need to be a decent distance from the seating position or in a hush box.
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06-17-2021 at 04:49 PM.
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Just ordered mine Smilie Have been waiting for this one to go on deal to replace my Epson 2150.
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06-17-2021 at 04:55 PM.
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I have never had a projector that didnt have an auto lense shutter.
Will leaving the lense uncovered 100% of the time cause internal dust issues?
Or do just need to clean it more often than you would with a projector that has a shutter?

Second question / concern is that I want a projector I can watch during the day with the window shutters closed.
I would love to go with the 4040 or 4010 instead of the 3800, but I am concerned that the 40's wont be bright enough during the day.
But the weird part is that at Projector Central it says the FL for both 40's (55 and 48 FL) is higher than the 3800 (43 FL).
Makes no sense to me since the 3800 is 600-700 more lumens.

Would love to test the 40 and return but there are no returns on the refurb.
So I am leaning towards this projector only for that reason.

Thoughts or comments?
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06-17-2021 at 07:28 PM.
06-17-2021 at 07:28 PM.
Quote from pixelpusher15 :
I think this is the lowest it's been. Quite a deal

No this isn't native 4K but it is twice as sharp as 1080p and it is noticeable. 4K DLP projectors will be sharper but have worse contrast. This Epson 3800 is measured around 2000:1 native contrast and most DLP 4K projectors peak around 1000: native contrast. It also has a dynamic iris which boosts contrast even further. This projector is very bright and can do well with some ambient light, I recommend getting a grey screen with it to maintain contrast and drop black levels. If you are trying to use it more as a dedicated theater projector then I still recommend using a grey screen since it's black floor is kinda high and it's just a bit too bright for a true dark room theater. Only go white if you are projecting on a massive 150"+ plus screen.

This projector also has a ton of lens shift which means placement is super easy and there isn't a need to worry about using keystone correction and distorting the image.

There are reports of this projector being a bit out of focus when using a lot of lens shift. Some users notice it and others don't care. When I demoed it in my space I only noticed it when looking for it. If you are using this with a HTPC and viewing a lot of text then it would be more of a concern.
Epson website says this projector has 100,000:1 contrast.
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06-17-2021 at 07:31 PM.
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Quote from fvalls84 :
I have never had a projector that didnt have an auto lense shutter.
Will leaving the lense uncovered 100% of the time cause internal dust issues?
Or do just need to clean it more often than you would with a projector that has a shutter?

Second question / concern is that I want a projector I can watch during the day with the window shutters closed.
I would love to go with the 4040 or 4010 instead of the 3800, but I am concerned that the 40's wont be bright enough during the day.
But the weird part is that at Projector Central it says the FL for both 40's (55 and 48 FL) is higher than the 3800 (43 FL).
Makes no sense to me since the 3800 is 600-700 more lumens.

Would love to test the 40 and return but there are no returns on the refurb.
So I am leaning towards this projector only for that reason.

Thoughts or comments?
I just got the 4040 (refurb) for $1k. It's bright enough with all of the shutters closed. The 4040 has contrast ratio 160,000:1, while the 3800 has 100,000:1, probably not a big difference. The 4040 is replacing an older Optoma HD27E with 3400 lumens full brightness, but at the 2300 lumens, the 4040 is a LOT BRIGHTER!!!
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