Leica unveils Pradovit D-1200,but will be available in November, the smallest and lightest digital projector in its class for photorealistic reproduction. Weights in 7.5lb, this compact Pradovit D-1200 sports a Texas Instrument’s WUXGA 1920×1200 DLP panel; offering 2500:1 contrast ratio, 1400 lumens and is capable to throw up to a 432-inch diagonal size picture despite its diminutive dimensions.The unit also offers a set of component input ,hdmi 1.3, DVI digital interfaces and high end video processor from Crestron and Pixelworks. .

The projector boasts High Frame Rate SXRD panels, a 100Hz Motionflow Dark Frame Insertion system, the BRAVIA ENGINE 2 processing tech and a 2.5-millisecond response time. Other specs are include the 60,000:1 of contrast ratio, Advanced Iris 2, electronic panel alignment, two HDMI connectors and a 1.6x motorized zoom lens. Unfortunately, the pricing info is still unknown. I am sure the Sony BRAVIA VPL-VW80 SXRD Projector will be expensive.

EPSON has just revealed a new model to its projector lineup called MovieMate 55. The high-quality projector combines a CD/DVD player and stereo speakers in one portable unit. It also delivers an impressive size of up to eight times larger than on a 40-inch widescreen TV. Weighing only 8.3 pounds, the Epson MovieMate 55 features a sleek, compact design with a built-in handle and cushioned carrying case for portable convenience. The Epson MovieMate 55 will be available in October through national resellers for an estimated street price of $699.

New DepthQ® HD 3D video projector is the world’s 3D projector, offering 120Hz stereo 3D at 1280×720 or 1024×768 resolution. It can display 12 ft (3.7m) diagonal 3D high-definition images at 2000:1 contrast ratio. It will be slim and light at 6.9 pounds and user friendly as it takes less than 5 minutes to set up. Excellent for Film Production & Video Game Development, or even Home Video Games and Movies. It will be affordable with suggested price less than $6,000 at retail – compare to other single-lens 3D projectors. Expected shipping to begin mid-September.

Sanyo has presented its ultra-short throw XGA projector ‘PLC-XL50′ in Korea market, which is able to get a bright, vibrant 80-inch diagonal image from a projector placed only 3 inches from the screen.

Supporting 2,000 ANSI lumens, it is great for conference rooms, and for spaces like storefront display windows where a conventional projector will not fit.

Italian manufacturer SIM2, whose striking high-performance home theater projectors are known worldwide for their pristine video, has added a new, aggressively priced model to its popular DOMINO series. SIM2 DOMINO D60 DLP front projection system delivers stunning 1080p full-HD imaging at the highly competitive $5000 US price point, where with SIM2’s reputation for superb performance and unequalled style it will stand as a unique solution for discerning yet budget-conscious home theater enthusiasts.