Optoma
ML500
Best portable projector for quick presentations and casual entertainment.
The Optoma ML750 DLP projector delivers high-quality widescreen performance with a 10,000:1 contrast ratio for brilliant, colorful, and clear visuals. It offers 700 lumens of brightness, ensuring crisp images on various screen sizes. Project instantly from a PC or MacBook via the USB port, and enjoy top-notch video and audio through its HDMI interface. This compact projector is ideal for stylish presentations in any meeting space.
$499.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
1516
/ 1807
#1516 in Video Projectors
Price vs Category Average
-87%
Below average
Aspect Ratio
1610
/ :
Who it's for
- Business travelers and mobile presenters needing a projector for various locations.
- Users seeking quick, hassle-free content projection from various sources.
- Individuals desiring a low-maintenance projector with consistent performance over time.
Who should skip it
- Viewers planning to use the projector in brightly lit rooms or during daytime.
- Home cinema enthusiasts expecting crisp, high-definition visuals for movies and gaming.
- Audiophiles or groups needing robust sound without external audio systems.
Key Specs
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Average Lamp Life
20000 hours
Brightness
700 lumens
Contrast Ratio
10,000:1
Depth
106.68 mm
Height
38.1 mm
Width
104.14 mm
Maximum Resolution
1920 x 1080
Features
- Widescreen performance
- High-quality visuals
- Enhanced contrast
- Crisp image clarity
- Instant projection
- HDMI audio and video support
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the ML500 by Optoma for its remarkable ease of use, often highlighting its quick setup and intuitive interface. Many find it offers excellent value, particularly appreciating its portability and decent image quality for its price point. While some note brightness limitations in well lit environments, the overall consensus points to a highly convenient and cost effective solution for on the go presentations or casual entertainment. Its compact design and straightforward operation make it a popular choice.
Know before you buy
With 700 lumens, the ML750 is best suited for dim or controlled lighting environments. While it provides crisp visuals, it may struggle to maintain image clarity in rooms with significant natural sunlight.
Yes, you can project content instantly from a PC or MacBook using the built-in USB port. This offers a convenient, cable-free setup for quick presentations.
The projector features a light source with an average life of 20,000 hours. This longevity ensures years of reliable use without the frequent need for lamp replacements.
The ML750 has a native resolution of 1280 x 800 and supports a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080. This allows it to handle HD content effectively for clear, widescreen viewing.
Yes, its compact design—measuring roughly 4 inches in width and depth with a height of just 1.5 inches—makes it highly portable and easy to pack for business trips or off-site meetings.
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