BenQ MW560C vs Christie LW401
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 BenQ MW560C | Christie LW401 MSRP $4,985 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | 3LCD |
| Technology brand | DLP | 3LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.59 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1280 × 800 | 1280 × 800 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.55–1.7:1 | 1.5–2.2:1 |
| Throw reference point | Lens | — |
| Projection distance table | 30″: 1–1.1 m · 40″: 1.34–1.47 m · 50″: 1.67–1.83 m · 60″: 2–2.2 m · 70″: 2.34–2.56 m · 100″: 3.34–3.66 m · 120″: 4.01–4.39 m · 150″: 5.01–5.49 m · 200″: 6.68–7.32 m · 250″: 8.35–9.15 m · 300″: 10.02–10.99 m | — |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.1× | — |
| Focus | Manual | Motorized |
| Vertical lens shift | — | -45–155% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | ±105% |
| Motorized lens shift | No | Yes |
| Fixed offset | 100% | — |
| Focal length | 22–24.1 mm | — |
| F-number | 2.56–2.68 | — |
| Lens material | glass | — |
| Interchangeable lens | — | Yes |
| Image size range | 30–300 in | 30–600 in |
| Lens memory | — | 3 |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | -12–12° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | -20–20° |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 8pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Lamp |
| Light source detail | Ultra-high-pressure mercury lamp (Philips, 203 W per BenQ China) | 245 W UHP lamp |
| Lamp wattage | 200 W | 245 W |
| Light source life | Normal: 6,000 h · Smarteco: 10,000 h · Lampsave: 15,000 h · Eco: 10,000 h | Normal: 2,500 h · Eco: 4,000 h |
| Warm-up time | 30 s | — |
| Cool-down time | 90 s | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 4,000 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 20,000:1 | 3,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | — | Dynamic iris |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | — |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | — |
| Picture mode memories | — | 4 |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 16 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Mono | Stereo |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1200 | 1600 × 1200 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI-1: HDMI 1.4a, HDCP 1.4 | — |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, Rca |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–102 kHz | 15–106 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23–120 Hz | 56–120 Hz |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | — | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | — | Crestron |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | — |
| 3D formats | Top-bottom, Frame sequential, Frame packing, Side-by-side | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Typical: 34 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) | Standard: 35 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | 10–85%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,000 m | 3,048 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Rear, Ceiling, Tilt-limited | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 280 W | 375 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Typical: 260 W | — |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.35 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 296 mm | 498 mm |
| Depth | 221 mm | 476 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 147 mm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 8.5 kg |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 8 | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | — | FCC, UL, CE, CCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | Pre-installed lamp: 2,000 hours or one year from purchase, whichever comes first. Replacement lamp: 90 days or 500 hours. | 500 hours or one year (whichever comes first) |
| User manual | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20BUSINESS/UserManual/MW560C/UM_EN_250304112919.pdf | https://www.christiedigital.com/globalassets/resources/public/020-000461-02-christie-lit-man-usr-d1.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Power cord, User manual cd, Quick start guide | Power cord, Computer cable, Hdmi dvi cable, Remote, Batteries, Lens cover, User manual cd |
| Remote type | IR | IR |