Optoma vs ViewSonic Projectors

Optoma has a strong projection-first identity, with ranges aimed at home cinema, gaming, education and professional environments. ViewSonic comes from a wider display background, known for monitors as well as projectors, and it appeals to practical users who want adaptable equipment for work, study and entertainment. Optoma's models here run from £530.99 to £9,576.99, while ViewSonic's run from £288.99 to £1,677.99. Both brands cover a broad spread of prices, from budget to premium.

The Optoma ZW340e is a 3,600-lumen WXGA business projector with a laser light source rated at 30,000 hours, while the ZU500USTe is a 5,000-lumen ultra short throw WUXGA laser unit with DuraCore technology. The ZH450ST is a 4,200-lumen short throw Full HD model with portrait projection, and the ZK810TST is a 7,200-lumen 4K UHD projector with motorised lens shift. ViewSonic's PA503S is a 3,600-lumen SVGA business model at £288.99, the PA700W is a 4,500-lumen WXGA projector with dual HDMI ports, the PX701-4K is a 3,200-lumen 4K UHD model at £790.99, and the LSC601WU is a 6,000-lumen 3LCD WUXGA unit. The ZH450ST and ZK810TST are notable for their installation features, while the PX701-4K is the cheaper of the two 4K options in this comparison.

Optoma suits buyers who want a dedicated projector for a home cinema, gaming setup, classroom or professional installation, particularly if they need a short throw or high brightness. ViewSonic suits households, small offices and students who want a versatile projector for presentations, video and casual entertainment, and its lower-priced models make it an easy first step. For a boardroom or lecture theatre, the Optoma range offers more installation choice, while ViewSonic's models are simpler to live with day to day.

Bottom line: choose Optoma if you want laser-based brightness, short-throw options and a projection-first range for serious installation work, or choose ViewSonic if you want a flexible projector for work, study and everyday entertainment at a lower entry price.