2026 Media Technology Pricing Guide
Equipment or System | Cost Range (2026-27 estimated price ranges) |
Projection Units | |
Document camera | $800 - most classroom units are Elmo-branded |
HD projector | $1,800 - $4,500 depending upon lenses, resolution and brightness - most current classroom units are Epson-branded |
Portable projector | $800 - $1,800 depending upon lenses, resolution and brightness |
Cameras | |
Video camera | $300 - $4,000 depending on features |
Camera - DSLR | $1,400 - $4,000 depending lenses and resolution |
Camera accessories | Contact Media Services for estimates |
Sound Amplification/ Transmission | |
Portable speakers / sound systems (for laptops, e.g.) | $120 - $400 |
Wireless microphone | Contact Media Services for estimates |
Small portable PA w/ wireless mic | A portable classroom unit for voice lift is $375. Other larger units may vary. |
Outdoor microphone and speaker | Contact Media Services for estimate |
Basic headphones | $50 - $250 depending upon basic wired vs. wireless and noise-cancelling features |
Classroom Solutions | |
Classroom upgrade package – to Smart classroom/media enhanced | $20K-30K typical range, depending on current configuration and scope. |
| Flat Panel Displays (non-interactive) | 75" starting at $2,000 before mounting 86" starting at $2,800 before mounting 98" starting at $5,000 before mounting |
Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) monitor w/ touchscreen and integrated PC | Display Size *Budgetary Cost Range Typical Application Viewsonic 75" IFP $5,000 - $7,000 (huddle rooms up to 6 people) Viewsonic 86" IFP $6,000 - $8,000 (small meeting spaces up to 15 people) Viewsonic 98" IFP $10,000 - $12,000 (conf/classrooms up to 30 people) *Cost varies by mounting option. Common mounting options: Mobile IFPs can be placed on fixed-height basic trolleys ($500) or electric height-adjustable mobile carts ($2000) Mounted IFPs can be on fixed-height articulating wall mounts ($500) or height-adjustable balance boxes ($900) if the wall is adequately reinforced, or electric height-adjustable floor stands ($1700) |
Media Services can help departments or programs purchase certain audiovisual equipment and instructional technology for deployment on a request basis using bond, department, or grant funds. If the item you're looking for does not appear on the table or lists below, please email us at media@santarosa.edu.