Epson PowerLite S3

37 reviews

May, 2013

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Value for money (27)
Image quality (18)
Usability (17)
Design (1)

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Noise (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 37 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design and usability. The image quality and value for money also get good feedback, whereas some have doubts about the noise.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Projectors the Epson PowerLite S3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 78/100 = Good quality.

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Expert review by: (pcmag.com)

Epson PowerLite S3

Certainly the most eye-catching feature of the Epson PowerLite S3 is the $799 direct price. But don't misread the price to mean that the S3 is anything less than a first-rate LCD projector. The SVGA native resolution (800-by-600) is the right choice...

Reasonably bright image. Excellent image quality. Relatively light weight. Pass-through monitor connector. On-screen menu is easy to navigate and understand

No digital input. Relatively low volume. The button layout on the remote often makes it hard to find the right button

By pairing a bargain-basement price with excellent image quality and cutting very few corners in the process, Epson has come up with a winner in the PowerLite S3. Easy to set up, easy to use, and light enough to carry around in the supplied carrying...

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Expert review by: (toptenreviews.com)

Epson Powerlite S3

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Consumer review by: Samuel_R_Daines_II (cnet.com)

Really Like - Samuel R Daines II

We've had this projector for a while and it is an excellent all around projector. Our favorite use is for home DVD watching! Samuel R Daines II.

Cheap and robust

not too bright

Jul, 2008

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Consumer review by: moshang (cnet.com)

Great first projector

I use it as a home cinema projector, and also to project visuals during live onstage performances. On stage, it's sometimes hard to prevent other stage lights from spilling on the screen, but the S3's picture is clear and bright nontheless. It's a...

Easy to use, clear picture under various lighting conditions

None at the price

Oct, 2005

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Consumer review by: rjpros (cnet.com)

Good quality, great price

Great entry level projector for a great price!

Easy setup, no directions needed, good color and bright

Box was missing one cable

Aug, 2005

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Consumer review by: sonicr30 (cnet.com)

Truly Amazing Projector That Surpasses It's Entry Level Title

I'm a Beginner to the world of projectors but I do have a Brother with a Epson Powerlite. His is a way older model but I took his advice and got to research the new Epson Powerlite S3 against other entry level projectors. My budget was to not spend...

Bright, Clear,Vivid Images- Alots of preset modes for watching video sources of all kinds,(Movies, Games,TV, Sports, or Presentations, or Well Lit Room) - Fits any Budget and Delivers Well

Mono specker could be louder - Could use better Zoom option - Screen Door effect if up too close

Aug, 2005

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Consumer review by: picklebunker (cnet.com)

reasonable product, reasonable price

For $800.00 CDN this is a great deal if you are looking for entry level stuff. It's not perfectly clear and sharp but within seconds, you have a bright and smooth image.

nice colors, ease of use, cheap bulb

some screen door, needs more definition

Aug, 2005

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Epson PowerLite S3

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 user reviews of the Epson PowerLite S3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

value for money, image quality, usability

92% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: seannabend (shopping.com)

Great HD projector!

I bought this before HD was all the rage and did not realize that it had HD capability until a friend asked about it a few months ago. Turns out that the VGA connection on the back doubles as a component video connection. I know have HD cable from...

Price, HD to 1080i

fan noise, special cable required for component video

Jan, 2008

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Consumer review by: Mark D. (amazon.com)

An inexpensive, sturdy, reliable LCD projector

The Epson PowerLite S3 has served us well for several years. It's reliable, spending hours on with no problems. It's sturdy, standing up to car and air travel. And it's reliable - whether it was last used a week ago, or months ago, it just works...

Nov, 2007

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Product Specifications

Enjoy larger-than-life images that fill your home, office, or classroom. It's easy with the Epson PowerLite S3. An affordable 5.6 lb projector, this SVGA ultraportable delivers 1600 ANSI lumens so you can experience the thrill of movies, sports, video games and more with expansive images that surpass even big-screen TVs.Epson 3LCD technology ensures accurate color and remarkable saturation, even in well-lit rooms. And, specialized color modes mean you get the most vibrant images, whatever the situation. With smooth video playback, on-screen action sequences come alive. Best of all, the PowerLite S3 makes setup a breeze, even for first-time users. With its 5-second startup time and time-saving Instant Off feature, it's always ready to perform!