Projector / plasma question!

[w_n_s]

Ok, this is mainly out of interest and also so i can argue a case at work- but - is there any projectors out there that are really really good and comparable to plasma screen quality and if so at what distance and what price?!?!

Also for my own information, if i was just going for a basic projector, screen for home cinema use, how much would i be likely to pay! (damn these stupid questions, but the damned search isn't up yet!!! Oh well!)

[Dan Druff]

No Projector can compare with a Plasma screen in terms of pic quality. I have an LCD projector which cost £1099 from Laserline, and project it onto a 6' grey screen. The picture is superb for the size of the image. Lawrence of Arabia was fantastic, and animations really stand out. The grey screen gives depth to the image, way better than the white. It cost me £6 to make.

Coupled with the DD 5.1 and DTS (I have a Sony 735) and I am a very happy man. There is some fan noise, but it is a small price to pay for the image quality and size.

Sharp XV-C20E (http://www.homecinemachoice.com/testbench/VideoProjectors/Sharp/SharpXV-C20E.shtml)