Epson Lifestudio Flex vs InFocus Crusader Grandmaster
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 Epson Lifestudio FlexMSRP $849.99 |  InFocus Crusader Grandmaster | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.62 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel shift | None | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Projection distance table | 80″: 2.13–7.16 m · 100″: 2.68–8.96 m · 120″: 3.2–10.79 m · 150″: 4.02–13.47 m | — |
| Zoom type | Digital | Digital |
| Zoom ratio | 3.33× | 1.2× |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Focal length | 16.6 mm | — |
| F-number | 1.6 | — |
| Image size range | 30–150 in | 22–130 in |
| Vertical keystone | -20–20° | — |
| Horizontal keystone | -20–20° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | RGB LED | — |
| Light source life | High: 20,000 h · Eco: 20,000 h | Expected: 25,000 h |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | Unspecified |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 700 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 700 lm (colour) | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 5,000,000:1 | — |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | — |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10 |
| Max HDR input | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | — |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 40 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Stereo |
| Audio partner | Bose | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC | HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC, Optical, 3.5 mm, Bluetooth |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 1.4, eARC | HDMI: HDMI 2.0 |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23.98–60 Hz | — |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | Google TV |
| OS version | Android 14 | — |
| Certified OS | — | Yes |
| Netflix | Native | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Storage | — | 32 GB |
| Update policy | Software updates provided for 7 years from purchase (Epson UK legal statement) | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | Yes |
| 3D sync method | — | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | — | Side-by-side, Top-bottom |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | When moved |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | — |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | — |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Tilt up deg: 90 · Tilt down deg: 15 · Swivel left deg: 90 · Swivel right deg: 90 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 28 dB(A) · Eco: 23 dB(A) | Rated: 28 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | — |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | — |
| Operating orientations | Table, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 90–264 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 137 W | 100 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 137 W · Quiet: 87 W | — |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | 3 W |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 190 mm | 198 mm |
| Depth | 190 mm | 187 mm |
| Height | 248 mm | 157 mm |
| Weight | 4 kg | 2.45 kg |
| Colours / finishes | White | — |
| Tripod socket | No | — |
| Sealed optical engine | — | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG1 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 5 yr or 12,000 h | — |
| User manual | https://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_EF72_EN_EAI.pdf | https://cdn.infocus.com/2025/05/InFocus_Crusider_Grandmaster-UG-EN.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power adapter, Power cord, Remote, Batteries | Projector, Power adapter, Remote, Batteries |
| Remote type | Voice | Bluetooth |