Leica Cine 1
The Leica Cine 1 is quite possibly the best general-purpose UST you can buy today, but you do pay a premium for the pleasure. It is an RGB triple-laser model manufactured by Hisense, and the Leica branding is not just for show, it represents an overall higher standard of quality. This projector features a fixedfocus lens crafted by Leica to deliver superior performance. It effectively minimizes RGB convergence and aberration issues commonly seen in other RGB triple-laser projectors, delivering a sharp image quality that rivals traditional long-throw native 4K projectors. The Leica is a polished product with highly accurate color right out of the box and properly functioning calibration controls to further tweak the image. I’ve seen it put through the paces and its sharpness is so outstanding it rivals long-throw native 4K projectors. The main issue with the Cine 1 is that despite qualifying for this list with an MSRP under $10K, it is still a “cost no object” purchase while the Hisense PX2-PRO is the much more affordable option. But I also think it really is the best overall UST for image quality, even if the other models here do certain things better; the lens sharpness is what gets me. I want to say that you get what you pay for with the Leica, but this might be a case where the law of diminishing returns needs to be factored into a purchase decision.
nFixed-focus Leica Lens: Crafted to minimize RGB convergence and aberration, ensuring sharp image quality that competes with long-throw native 4K projectors.
High Image Sharpness: Delivers exceptionally sharp images, comparable to those of long-throw native 4K projectors.
Accurate Color and Calibration: Offers highly accurate color reproduction right out of the box, with effective calibration controls for further image refinement.
HDR Compatible: 4K resolution with Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10, and HLG support.
Cost Consideration: Despite a sub-$10k MSRP, the projector is a premium investment compared to more affordable options like the Hisense PX2-PRO.
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