Aurzen ZIP vs KODAK Luma 500
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 Aurzen ZIPMSRP $399.99 |  KODAK Luma 500MSRP $643.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.16 in | 0.23 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 640 × 360 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Addressable resolution | 1280 × 720 | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.09:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Fixed offset | — | 100% |
| Image size range | 20–120 in | 10–150 in |
| Vertical keystone | -25–25° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | 2-channel LED: green and red LEDs, with blue generated by blending the two | RGB LED |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h | Rated: 30,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 100 lm | 160 lm |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | — | 90% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 2,000:1 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10+ |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 2 W | 3 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | — |
| Audio outputs | Bluetooth | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 0 | 1 |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.0 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | — | Google TV |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | Miracast | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Storage | — | 16 GB |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Hinges: 2 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Turbo: 30 dB(A) | — |
| Noise measurement distance | 1 m | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating orientations | Table, Portrait, Ceiling | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 5–15 V | 15 V |
| Power consumption (max) | — | 36 W |
| Standby power | — | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | USB-C | External brick |
| Battery runtime | 90 min | 120 min |
| USB-C PD input | 24 W | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 84 mm | 132 mm |
| Depth | 78 mm | 132 mm |
| Height | 26 mm | 34 mm |
| Weight | 0.28 kg | — |
| Colours / finishes | Titanium gold, White, Dark gray | Black, White |
| Tripod socket | — | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG1 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, FCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 1 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| Latest firmware | v1.04 | — |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0720/5109/7892/files/ZIP_Manual-EN_V1.02.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 | Projector, Usb c cable, User manual | Projector, Power adapter, Remote, Aaa batteries, Quick start guide, Tripod |
| Remote type | — | Voice |