Sony HMZ-T1 Personal 3D Viewer
Manufacturer: Sony Part number: HMZ-T1
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Sony HMZ-T1 Personal 3D Viewer price range: $4,500.00
- Reviewed by: Ty Pendlebury
- Reviewed on: 02/10/2012
The good: It's fun! Whether it's for gaming or movies, the Sony HMZ-T1 Personal 3D Viewer is one of the best 3D displays on the market, with zero crosstalk. Based on OLED technology, the headset is capable of deep, deep black levels, and whether in 2D or 3D, all images have surprising amounts of depth.
The bad: The headset is heavy and becomes quite uncomfortable with extended use. It's not possible to get the whole screen in focus at once, resulting in blurring at the edges. The effects of its lower resolution are apparent: detail levels aren't up there with an equivalently priced television, and pixel structure is visible.
The bottom line: While the Sony HMZ-T1 personal headset is capable of some of the best 3D effects I've ever seen, it's uncomfortable to wear for extended periods and images suffer from blurriness.
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6 stars
3D Connoisseur's Professional Opinion
by 3D_FilmConnection on February 10, 2012
Pros: The biggest pro is that it is on the market now and provides quality 3D
- very large simulated screen view
- easy to stream content onto (even self made content)
- full resolution to each eye
- very immersive
Cons: The cons grossly outweigh the positives for me
- headgear is heavy, obtrusive, adjustable (but not enough) and LARGE
- the 3D had very little depth and only slight "pop" (in the Smurfs example I saw)
- price is prohibitory
- you look like a cyborg
Summary: I tried the unit at CES and spend some time afterwards talking with other people who tried it. I am in the business of 3D without glasses (content creation, conversion, ...
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Summary: I tried the unit at CES and spend some time afterwards talking with other people who tried it. I am in the business of 3D without glasses (content creation, conversion, displays and the like) so i usually stay far away from the "glasses" but these had some promise for gaming. I think some people are going to love this thing but most people are going to hate it. I appreciate the small innovation and look forward to actual progression when it comes.... glasses free 3D
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9 stars
I have it and it's great. You just have to fit it well
by qwakcookie on February 10, 2012
Pros: It is confortable and the image is vibrant.
Cons: It is not 1080p.
Summary: 1) First thing, contrary to the other user review, it is 800$, not 1500$ like he wrote. Sony sells it directly for 800$. The price on Amazon is crazy
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Summary: 1) First thing, contrary to the other user review, it is 800$, not 1500$ like he wrote. Sony sells it directly for 800$. The price on Amazon is crazy
2) If you fit the headset properly, you don't feeel it anymore. Pain and discomfort only happens if it's loose so the weight rests on your nose or forehead. There are bands that go around your head to distribute the weight and if they are snug, it's very easy to wear.
3) Image is sharp, but again, if you fit it properly. Don't forget, the screens are inches from you. Of course it will go out of focus quicker if the headset moves.
4) I watched the whole Phantom of the Opera musical on it (shy of three hours). There was no discomfort that I felt during the whole sitting.
5) Best way to watch it: on a lounge chair.
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3 stars
I tried on CES....sucks big time!
by RegioboyMN on February 10, 2012
Pros: If you consider portability a quality...
Cons: Price? Uncomfortable? Fragile? What else...
Summary: The image is not that good, $1500 bucks? Better buy a 85" Mitsubishi TV and share the joy with a crowd!
Summary: The image is not that good, $1500 bucks? Better buy a 85" Mitsubishi TV and share the joy with a crowd!
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- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: HMZ-T1
- Description: Sony Personal 3D Viewer gets admission for one to a private movie theater playing all your favorite movies and games in insanely immersive 2D or 3D on dual HD OLED displays, plus built-in virtual 5.1-channel surround sound.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Display Type Head mounted display / OLED
- 3D Technology Yes
- Aspect Ratio Widescreen - 16:9
- Native Resolution 1280 x 720
- Controls & Adjustments Sharpness,
Sound mode,
Brightness,
Color temperature - Features 2D to 3D convertion,
Wearing sensor,
Child lock,
Virtual Surround Sound (5.1) - Color White
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 8.3 in x 4.3 in x 7.7 in
- Weight 14.8 oz
Audio
- Type Headphone - Stereo - Integrated
Connectivity
- Interfaces 2 x HDMI
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Forehead supporter,
Nose supporter,
Processor unit - Cables Included 1 x HDMI cable - 11.5 ft
Power
- Voltage Required AC 120 V ( 60 Hz )
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