Thoughts on Panasonic PT-AE8000U

[billybobg]

 

 

 

^{I do have some reservations though and thus the reasons I haven't pulled the trigger yet.  I know that this model came out several years ago (2012) so it is older technology than a lot of the newer projectors out there.  I did hear from the Projector People that Panasonic is getting out of HT projectors so there apparently won't be a new model coming out from Panasonic.}

^{This was one of the reasons I chose Epson. I was concerned about support and availability of replacement bulbs.}

 

^{Yeah, I was thinking the same thing.  Although the Panasonic bulbs are supposed to last something like 4,000 hours.  By the time I watch this thing for that long, the 4k projectors will probably be within range of upgrading.}

 

^{I got 5500 hours out of my last bulb.}

 

 

^{I would be surprised if Panasonic left their customers high and dry without the minimal support of providing bulbs.  Then again, I was surprised they were pulling out of the HT projector business.  I hope they give a bit of warning and provide some time to buy a bulb or three if they do decide not to support.} 

 

[Boxoffice Buff]

 

JMON,

 

 

I got Panasonic for the same reasons that you are considering - low ceiling limitation, lens memory and budget ($$). Like you, I have a scope screen. After considerable research, I found this to be my best option and am peace with it. I got a good price break (over the holidays) from B&H Photo which pretty much sealed the deal for me. 

 

 

Good to hear!  I see B&H and Projector People are currently selling this one for $1699.  Were you able to get a better price?

 

Got it for $1499 from B&H minus $100 Panasonic mail in rebate.

Edited February 26, 2016 by Boxoffice Buff

[J M O N]

Wow!  That is a great price!  Had I seen it at that time I probably would've jumped on it even though I hadn't made up my mind at that point.