Panasonic PT AE 2000 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: THE PT-AE2000U is a decent projector but it needs tweaking to achieve the best image quality.

Pros: Good value for money, deep black levels, lots of setup options, good connectivity options

Cons: Not bright enough for large screens, inaccurate default display of colours

Verdict: Panasonic's PT-AE2000U is a projector that performs well compared to its competition, but it needs some tweaking to achieve the best image quality.

Pros: Good value for money, deep black levels, lots of setup options, good connectivity options

Cons: Not bright enough for large screens, inaccurate default display of colours

Verdict: Panasonic's PT-AE2000U is a projector that performs well compared to its competition, but it needs some tweaking to achieve the best image quality.

Review summary: The PT-AE2000E actually replaces the company's previous PT-AE1000E, deemed by many to be a class-leading projector. But, while the price and the Full HD specification haven't changed, there have been considerable enhancements elsewhere including 16 ...

Pros: Improved specification, enhanced connectivity, easy to use, bright, colourful and solidly defined images

Cons: Dated design, slow movement occasionally staggers

Review summary: With sub--2k full HD DLP projectors now entering the fray, can Panasonic's LCD-based PT-AE2000 hold its own-

Verdict: While the AE2000 doesn't quite maintain the runaway full HD lead exhibited by its predecessor, it's still a very solid contender that demands an audition. Especially if you think you might be particularly prone to seeing the rainbow effect colour ...