New Epson 1080 models

[brendon]

Here are some links showing a number of new epson 1080 models

http://www.engadgethd.com/2008/09/04/epson-claims-1080p-powerlite-home-cinema-6100-is-first-under-2k/

http://www.engadgethd.com/2008/09/04/epson-churns-out-1080p-powerlite-pro-cinema-7100-and-7500-ub-pro/

brendon

[Hdale85]

Yeah this is about what I figured, There is going to be lots of reasons not to buy a Sony VW70 thats for sure. Why spend 8500 when you can get all the performance for 4500 or even less.

[Boone38]

I have not posted for sometime. However I am in the market for a projector. My dealers in the area are llimited to the Epson and Mits. Have narrowed down to the 1080p models and this is what I am told.
Epson 1080p 2200.00
Mits 4900 1800.00

Can get the ub model but the cost is about 400.00 more. They want me to buy the Sreen Innovations 100" fixed frame for about 700.00 more. I have been reading and both projectors are well received and get the best reviews.

Would like to get the real world thoughts on these two.

1. Which one and why?
2. Is one better then the other as the same price point.

My room is about 18x 22 and will have a throw about 15'. We will be sitting directly under he unit.

I was hoping for a 100" screen and a 1.0 gain on a white screen. There will be alittle ambient light. But for the most part a dark room.

I also understand that the new Epson models will ship in Nov. Does anyone think I should wait?

My budget is about $2k.

Thanks

[Hdale85]

UB is the one thats worthwhile if your not willing to wait for the new models. Not sure about that mitsu.