Need some advice on projectors

[neokeelo]

MY budget is around the $500 mark.

I am considering 2 different products right now.

I can get a new LCD Sanyo z1 for 500 shipped. This projector scales exactly 1/2 HD res so HD looks like HD on it. My friend has this one properly setup and I have to say I am very impressed with it. However the bulb life last only 800-1500 hours from what I have read on projectorcentral.com instead of the quoted 2000 hours.

Or I can get a used lower resolution Infocus DLP 4805 for about $500-$600 used. But it has a longer bulb life. I know this projector would have better blacks but the resolution is lower.
The main purpose of the projector I want is to play DVDs, maybe HD down the road, and playing pc games on it.


Which one would be a better choice? Also if you have any other projectors that you know are in this price range that perform as well please tell me.

Thanks

[neokeelo]

Anyone?

[okiepolkie]

At that price range, I can't really help much. I know the 4805 is an excellent projector, even though it only displays 480p. The next step up would be the sp5000, which I would highly recommend.

Also, what are you going to use for a screen? That will make about as much difference as the projector itself.

Since you are reasonbly close to me, I can help you if you ever need it.

[neokeelo]

My friend built an 87" screen from material off of ebay. The gain is like 1. something. It looks very good to me from what I have seen using his Z1. Thats cool there is someone polk fans in Memphis :D

[*Seby*-Polk-]

Yamaha projectors??? Are a good deal ¿?