Lens memory is a function first used by Panasonic in home cinema projectors. This function allows you
to save 2 different zoom lens positions with the matching focus setting and recall them when needed. In combination with a
media control system and specially developed screens (MAXlum Double), this lets you show films in their true CinemaScope format without black bars in your home cinema. Before this idea was implemented, this was only possible with expensive additional lenses, so-called "anamorphic lenses".
Projectors with lens memory:
For example the new Sony VW300 – here's a blog post of ours
Conclusion: Cine4home comparison of anamorphic lens vs. lens memory
In our objective comparison of all image aspects, the zoom variant using the practical lens memory function comes out the winner with 4.5 to 3 points. It is the sharper, easier-to-implement and, last but not least, much cheaper and more elegant way to enjoy full CinemaScope. But whichever variant you choose, we advise you to seriously consider 21:9 widescreen projection as an alternative to the conventional 16:9 screen.
This gets you much closer to the original cinema feeling, and it has never been so easy and practical to achieve widescreen projection at home. CinemaScope screens no longer have to be more expensive either – we'll soon be reporting on affordable new screens…
more at www.cine4home.de – lens memory vs. anamorphic optics
Matching product categories in the shop:
Further guides:
- Projector buying guide using the BEAM method – overview of all guides
- Projector A–Z – glossary of projection technology & projector terms – glossary of technical terms
- Lens shift in projectors – detailed guide with model examples
