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May 15, 2024 · If you want to get the cleanest, brightest picture for your outdoor movie night, use an outdoor projector screen like Elite Screens’s Yard Master Series.
- How We Tested The Outdoor Movie Screens
- What to Look For in An Outdoor Movie screen
- Creating The Best Image on Your Movie screen
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To find the best outdoor movie screens, we tested nine screens of different types and sizes—including freestanding, pull-down, inflatable, and wall-mounted options—in our very own backyards. To start, we set them up, or mounted them to an exterior wall of a shed or garage door, to see how stable and durable these outdoor screens really were. We tim...
Choose the Right Size
The best screen size for your outdoor movie screen depends on your available space, your viewing preferences, and the content to be displayed. Based on the fact that most movies or television shows utilize a 16:9 aspect ratio, Billy Harrison—product manager of mainstream video projectors at Optoma—recommends a 100-inch screen size. He says it’s ideal for an average backyard of 1,600 to 2,000 square feet, noting a few dozen people will be able to comfortably view the image. This also is a grea...
Look for Sturdiness and Rust-Resistance
It’s key to find an outdoor movie screen that can withstand the rigors of outdoor use and regular setup and take-down. During our testing, we didn’t experience any durability issues that caused concern, but you should look for sturdy, rust-resistant components. We mounted the Elite Screens Manual B Series Projector Screen (our best pull-downpick) in a covered outdoor location and were impressed by how the metal housing kept the screen free of dirt and securely rolled up without any wrinkles o...
Aim for Portability
Portability is especially important if you’re transporting an outdoor movie screen to locations such as the park or a friend’s house. Even if you only plan to host movie night in your own backyard, the portability of your screen comes into play if you’ll need to pack and unpack the screen each time you use it (like in the case of a freestanding or inflatable movie screen). Factors that impact portability include the use of lightweight materials for the frame or simple components that can be e...
Understanding Aspect Ratio and Throw Ratio
To properly display your favorite movies or shows on the screen, you should pay attention to the aspect ratio and the throw ratio. Aspect ratio is the geometric size of the image, says Harrison. He notes that a 16:9 ratio is the default for today’s TV programs, video games, Blu-ray movies, and theater releases. The older, 4:3 image ratio is more typical of television shows and movies that date back 15 years or more. “All 1080p and 4K UHD projectors have a 16:9 aspect ratio, so when selecting...
Understanding Image Quality
The color of your outdoor movie screen can impact the brightness, color, or contrast of your projected video. “White screens feature higher gain making them ideal for brightness and color accuracy, while gray has lower gain yet better contrast and black levels,” says Harrison. But, he also emphasizes that the outdoor movie projector you choose has a greater impact on image color than the screen itself. Wrinkles or creases in the screen can impact image quality, though, causing ripples in the...
Erica Puisisis a freelance writer for The Spruce, specializing in lifestyle products and home appliances. For this story, she utilized our firsthand testing insights for outdoor movie screens, including observations about ease of setup and take-down, screen quality, design and value. In addition, when working on this piece, she consulted an expert ...
Apr 15, 2024 · Though you could invest in a weather-resistant outdoor TV, an outdoor projector is a more versatile, affordable alternative that enables you to stream content from the comfort of your backyard...
If you're looking for a way to enjoy a movie in your own backyard, or even on a beach or pier, consider an outdoor movie screen. They can be set up in minutes and are easy to use. Browse the top-ranked list of outdoor movie screen and projectors below along with associated reviews and opinions.
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May 10, 2024 · Thankfully, at-home projectors can project a huge movie image against any flat, blank surface—think walls or garage doors—but projection screens, specifically outdoor movie screens,...
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Apr 10, 2024 · Projectors. The Best Outdoor Projectors for 2024. Planning a movie night in your backyard? Invite some friends, grab the popcorn, and fire up your favorite flick with one of these top-pick...
