AKASO WT50 vs KODAK Luma 500
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| AKASO WT50 |  KODAK Luma 500MSRP $643.99 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | — | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.3 in | 0.23 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 854 × 480 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.19:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Projection distance table | 37.8″: 1 m | — |
| Focus | Manual | Auto |
| Fixed offset | — | 100% |
| Image size range | 30–120 in | 10–150 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | RGB LED (OSRAM Q6) | RGB LED |
| Light source life | Normal: 30,000 h | Rated: 30,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 50 lm | 160 lm |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 85% | 90% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 1,000:1 | 2,000:1 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10+ |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 1 W | 3 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Mono | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 1.4 | — |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.0 |
| Ethernet | No | — |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Android (uncertified) | Google TV |
| OS version | 7.1.2 | — |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | Miracast | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Storage | — | 16 GB |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–35°C | — |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 15 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | — |
| Power consumption (max) | 5 W | 36 W |
| Standby power | — | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Battery runtime | 120 min | 120 min |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 78.7 mm | 132 mm |
| Depth | 145 mm | 132 mm |
| Height | 20.3 mm | 34 mm |
| Weight | 0.29 kg | — |
| Colours / finishes | — | Black, White |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Safety & market certifications | — | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | https://www.akasotech.com/usermanual/wt50.pdf | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0568/7024/0322/files/EN_Kodak_Luma_500_RODPJS500_RODPJS500B_Manual.pdf?v=1744802853 |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Power adapter, Hdmi cable, Mini tripod, Quick user manual | Projector, Power adapter, Remote, Aaa batteries, Quick start guide, Tripod |
| Remote type | IR | Voice |