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Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 vs JVC DLA-NP5

Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 is lighter. JVC DLA-NP5 is sharper.

Epson Pro Cinema LS12000MSRP $5,999
JVC DLA-NP5MSRP $5,999.95
Key differences
White light output
2,700 lm ISO—
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)DCI 4K (4096 × 2160)
Native contrast (on/off)
—40,000:1
Throw ratio
1.35–2.84:11.36–2.75:1
Light source
Laser (phosphor)Lamp
Fan noise
Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 22 dB(A)Eco 24 dB(A)
MSRP
$5,999$5,999.95
Room fit
Distance to screen
3.0–6.3 m3.1–6.2 m
Picture
White light output
2,700 lm ISO—
Colour light output
2,700 lm—
Claimed brightness (non-standard)
—1,900 lm
Brightness by mode
Normal 2,700 lm · Eco 1,000 lm—
Eco brightness
37%Derived—
Imaging technology
3LCDLCoS
Chip / panel diagonal
0.74 in0.69 in
Panel alignment
Zone-by-zone—
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)DCI 4K (4096 × 2160)
Native aspect
16:9Derived17:9Derived
Pixel shift
4K PRO-UHD—
Addressable resolution
4K UHD (3840 × 2160)—
Native contrast (on/off)
—40,000:1
Dynamic contrast
2,500,000:1400,000:1
Dynamic contrast method
Light-source dimmingDynamic iris
Manual iris
—Yes
Colour bit depth (per channel)
10 bit12 bit
Gamma / EOTF presets
—2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom
Colour temperature presets
—D93, D65, D55, Custom
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Tone mapping
AdjustableDynamic
Tone mapping (maker name)
—Frame Adapt HDR
HDR metadata used
—Uses MaxCLL
Colour management (CMS)
6-axis6-axis
Greyscale control points
11—
Picture mode memories
10—
Auto-calibration
—Sensor supported
Picture certifications
ISFISF, Filmmaker Mode
3D
NoYes
3D formats
—Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom
Light source
Light source
Laser (phosphor)Lamp
Lamp power
—265 W
Replacement lamp
—PK-L2618U
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 20,000 h eco4,500 h eco
Life defined as
50% brightness50% brightness
Light output control
ContinuousSteps
Cool-down time
—60 s
Optics
Throw ratio
1.35–2.84:11.36–2.75:1
Image size
50–300 in60–200 in
Zoom
OpticalOptical
Zoom ratio
2.1×Derived2.02×Derived
Focal length
22.5–46.7 mm—
Aperture (f-number)
2–3—
Focus
MotorisedMotorised
Vertical lens shift
±96.3%±80%
Horizontal lens shift
±47.1%±34%
Motorised lens shift
YesYes
Lens memory slots
1010
Vertical keystone
30°—
Horizontal keystone
30°—
Grid warp
Yes—
Lens elements
1517
Lens material
—Glass
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)
YesYes
Frame interpolation at 4K
Yes—
Max input refresh
4K UHD: 120 Hz · DCI 4K: 120 Hz1080p: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 120 Hz · DCI 4K: 120 Hz
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3)2 × HDMI (HDCP 2.3, 48 Gbps)
Max input resolution
DCI 4K—
Control ports
RS-232, 12 V triggerRS-232, 12 V trigger
Control-system drivers
Control4, CrestronControl4
Smart platform
Ethernet
YesYes
Smart platform
None—
Update period
7 years—
Audio
Speakers
00
Audio outputs
HDMI eARC—
HDMI audio return
eARCDerived—
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
520 × 447 × 169 mm500 × 495 × 234 mm
Weight
12,700 g19,200 g
Colours
Black—
Orientations
Table, Ceiling, Rear—
Ceiling mount
M4, 10 mm screws—
Dust filter
Replaceable—
Environment & power
Operating temperature
5–35°C5–35°C
Operating humidity
20–80%RH20–80%RH
Altitude
3,048 m · high-altitude mode1,524 m
Power draw
Normal 311 W · Eco 204 WMax 420 W · Normal 420 W
Standby
0.4 W0.3 W
Networked standby
2 W1.5 W
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noise
Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 22 dB(A)Eco 24 dB(A)
Safety & support
Laser class
Class 1—
Risk group
RG2—
Marks
FCCFCC
Warranty
🇺🇸 US 3 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 5 yr or 12,000 h3 yr
User manual
https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd6/cpd61119.pdfhttps://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-3961-41.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Stand or mountPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Lens cap
Remote
Backlit—