Projector prices have been dropping as fast as those for TV displays. Since the introduction of the JVC-RS1 purchases of other 1080p projectors declined. The Sony Pearl which was regarded as the top 1080p projector of 2006 can now be purchased in the $3000-$3,500 range which is around the price of a good 60" flat panel TV. 1080p Panasonics and Sharps are cheaper still.
720p projectors are excellent buys right now and probably represent the best bang for the buck. While resolution is important there are other projector properties which more significant to image quality such as luminosity, contrast ratio, greyscale linearity and color accuracy.
