Epson Home Cinema 1080 vs Optoma UHZ35ST
Bold marks the better figure where both are stated to the same standard. βββ means the manufacturer doesn't state it.
| Epson Home Cinema 1080 MSRP $749.99 |  Optoma UHZ35STMSRP $3,299 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.61 in | 0.65 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 Γ 1080 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| Pixel shift | β | XPR 4-way |
| Addressable resolution | β | 3840 Γ 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.02β1.23:1 | 0.5:1 |
| Projection distance table | 30β³: 0.67β0.81 m Β· 40β³: 0.9β1.09 m Β· 50β³: 1.13β1.36 m Β· 60β³: 1.35β1.64 m Β· 80β³: 1.81β2.19 m Β· 100β³: 2.27β2.75 m Β· 150β³: 3.42β4.13 m Β· 200β³: 4.57β5.51 m Β· 250β³: 5.71β6.9 m Β· 300β³: 6.86β8.28 m | 50β³: 0.55 m Β· 60β³: 0.66 m Β· 70β³: 0.77 m Β· 80β³: 0.88 m Β· 90β³: 0.99 m Β· 100β³: 1.1 m Β· 120β³: 1.32 m Β· 150β³: 1.65 m Β· 180β³: 1.98 m Β· 200β³: 2.2 m Β· 250β³: 2.75 m Β· 36.43β³: 0.4 m Β· 300.53β³: 3.3 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | None |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2Γ | β |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Fixed offset | β | 116% |
| Focal length | 14.06β16.82 mm | 7.51 mm |
| F-number | 1.58β1.7 | 2.8 |
| Image size range | 30β300 in | 36β300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30β30Β° | -15β15Β° |
| Horizontal keystone | -30β30Β° | -15β15Β° |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | Warp |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | 210 W UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) lamp, ELPLP97 | Laser (Optoma DuraCore) |
| Lamp wattage | 210 W | β |
| Light source life | Normal: 6,000 h Β· Eco: 12,000 h | Rated: 30,000 h |
| Cool-down time | 0 s | 90 s |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 3,400 lm | 3,500 lm |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 3,400 lm (colour) | β |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | β | 3,500 |
| Claimed brightness unit | β | Unspecified |
| Brightness by mode | Normal: 3,400 lm Β· Eco: 2,200 lm | β |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | β | 75% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 16,000:1 | 500,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | β |
| Colour | ||
| Gamma / EOTF presets | β | 2.2, 2.4 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 30 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | β | 6-axis |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | β | HDR10, HLG |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | No | β |
| Max refresh rate | 1920Γ1080: 60 Hz | 1920Γ1080: 240 Hz Β· 3840Γ2160: 60 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | β | 1920Γ1080 @ 60 Hz: 17 ms Β· 1920Γ1080 @ 120 Hz: 8.6 ms Β· 1920Γ1080 @ 240 Hz: 4.4 ms Β· 3840Γ2160 @ 60 Hz: 16.9 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 2 W | 15 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 1 |
| Audio channels | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC |
| HDMI ARC | β | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | β | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 Γ 1200 | 4096 Γ 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI1: HDMI; HDMI2: HDMI | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, eARC |
| Audio input terminals | Rca | β |
| Horizontal scan frequency | β | 15β140 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | β | 24β240 Hz |
| VGA input | Yes | β |
| RS-232 | β | Yes |
| LAN control | β | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | β | Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | None |
| Ethernet | β | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | None | None |
| Casting | Miracast | β |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | β | Yes |
| 3D sync method | β | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | β | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | β |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 37 dB(A) Β· Quiet: 28 dB(A) | Min: 28 dB(A) Β· Max: 35 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5β35Β°C | 0β40Β°C |
| Operating humidity | 20β80%RH | β |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | 762 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Portrait, 360Β° |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50β60 Hz | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | β | 185 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 345 W Β· Eco: 235 W | Bright: 185 W Β· Eco: 126 W |
| Standby power | 0.3 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | 2 W |
| Power supply | β | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 302 mm | 274 mm |
| Depth | 249 mm | 216 mm |
| Height | 87 mm | 114 mm |
| Weight | 2.8 kg | 3 kg |
| Ingress protection | β | IP6X |
| Colours / finishes | β | White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 Β· Screw length mm: 9 Β· Hole count: 3 | Thread: M4 Β· Screw length mm: 10 |
| Air filter | Replaceable | β |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | β | RG2 |
| Laser product class | β | Class 1 (IEC 60825-1:2014) |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | πΊπΈ US 2 yr Β· π¨π¦ CA 2 yr Β· π΅π· PR 2 yr | πΊπΈ US 1 yr |
| Light-source warranty | 90 days (limited) | 5 years or 12,000 hours |
| Latest firmware | β | UHZ35ST_C12_FW_OneClick |
| User manual | https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd5/cpd59124.pdf | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/documents/fafrOEdwat8KymDO94ZUVxn0eamb2y1Mrnyffkol.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Quick start guide | AC power cord, Remote control, CR2025 battery, Quick Start Guide |
| Remote type | β | IR |