2026 Media Technology Pricing Guide
Equipment or System | Cost Range (2026 estimated price ranges) |
Projection Units | |
Document projector (doc cam) | $800 - most classroom units are Elmo-branded |
High definition 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. Some of the common items are displayed in the list below. If the item you're looking for does not appear on the table or lists below, please email us at media@santarosa.edu.