Epson Pro EX9270 vs NEC NP-M403H

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	Epson Pro EX9270 MSRP $999.99	NEC NP-M403H MSRP $2,599
Display system
Imaging technology	3LCD	DLP
Technology brand	3LCD	DLP
Number of imaging devices	3	1
Chip / panel diagonal	0.62 in	0.65 in
Native aspect ratio	16:9	16:9
Native resolution	1920 × 1080	1920 × 1080
Optics
Throw ratio	1.3–2.09:1	1.2–2.1:1
Projection distance table	—	30″: 0.74–1.32 m · 40″: 1.02–1.8 m · 60″: 1.56–2.74 m · 80″: 2.11–3.69 m · 90″: 2.38–4.16 m · 100″: 2.65–4.63 m · 120″: 3.2–5.58 m · 150″: 4.01–6.99 m · 200″: 5.38–9.36 m · 300″: 8.1–14.08 m
Zoom type	Optical	Optical
Zoom ratio	1.62×	1.7×
Focus	Manual	Manual
Vertical lens shift	0%	—
Horizontal lens shift	0%	—
Focal length	18.2–29.2 mm	18–30.6 mm
F-number	1.51–1.77	2.4–3.2
Image size range	31–304 in	30–300 in
Vertical keystone	-30–30°	-30–30°
Horizontal keystone	-30–30°	-25–25°
Corner / warp correction	4pt	—
Light source
Light source type	Lamp	Lamp
Light source detail	UHE lamp, 230 W (ELPLP97)	270 W AC lamp, replacement model NP30LP
Lamp wattage	230 W	270 W
Light source life	Normal: 5,500 h · Eco: 12,000 h	Eco: 8,000 h · Normal: 5,500 h · High bright: 3,500 h
Constant brightness mode	—	Yes
Cool-down time	0 s	—
Light-source dimming	—	Manual steps
Brightness
ISO light output	4,100 lm	4,000 lm
Colour light output (CLO)	4,100 lm (colour)	—
Contrast & black level
Dynamic contrast	16,000:1	10,000:1
Dynamic light control	Dynamic iris	Dynamic iris
Colour
Bit depth / 'number of colours'	30 bit	30 bit
Calibration & picture control
Picture mode memories	—	7
Audio
Speaker power	16 W	20 W
Speaker count	1	1
Audio channels	Mono	Mono
Audio outputs	3.5 mm	3.5 mm
Inputs, control & connectivity
Max input signal	1920 × 1200	1920 × 1200
HDMI port count	2	2
Audio input terminals	—	3.5 mm, Rca, Mic
Horizontal scan frequency	—	15–100 kHz
Vertical scan frequency	—	50–120 Hz
VGA input	—	Yes
USB media playback	Yes	Yes
RS-232	—	Yes
LAN control	—	Yes
PJLink class	—	Class 1
Control ecosystem drivers	HomeKit	Crestron
Ethernet	—	Yes
Firmware / software
Casting	AirPlay 2, Miracast	—
3D
3D support	—	Yes
3D sync method	—	DLP-Link
3D formats	—	Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom
Setup automation
Auto keystone	Yes	Yes
Acoustic noise
Fan noise (sound pressure)	Normal: 37 dB(A) · Quiet: 28 dB(A)	Eco: 30 dB(A) · Normal: 30 dB(A) · High bright: 36 dB(A)
Environment & power
Operating temperature	5–35°C	5–40°C
Operating humidity	—	20–80%RH
Altitude / high-altitude mode	3,048 m	2,400 m
High-altitude mode	Yes	Yes
Operating orientations	Table, Ceiling, Rear	Table, Ceiling, Rear
Rated voltage	100–240 V	100–240 V
Rated frequency	50–60 Hz	50–60 Hz
Power consumption (max)	—	335 W
Power consumption by mode	Normal: 349 W · Eco: 187 W	High bright: 335 W · Normal: 278 W · Eco: 246 W
Standby power	0.3 W	0.4 W
Networked standby power	—	2.9 W
Physical & installation
Width	309 mm	368 mm
Depth	282 mm	291 mm
Height	90 mm	108 mm
Weight	3.1 kg	3.7 kg
Sealed optical engine	—	Yes
Air filter	Replaceable	—
Safety & compliance
Photobiological risk group	RG2	—
Safety & market certifications	—	UL, FCC
Support & ownership
Warranty	🇺🇸 US 1 yr	🇪🇺 EU 3 yr · 🇺🇸 US 3 yr
Light-source warranty	90-day limited lamp warranty	6 months, max. 1000 hours (EU)
User manual	https://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_EX9270_EN_EAI.pdf	https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/m403w/M403W_manual_ENG.pdf
In the box
Box contents	Projector, Power cord, Remote control, Batteries, Quick start guide	Projector, Power cord, Soft case, Vga cable, Remote, Batteries, Cd rom
Remote type	—	IR