Epson Home Cinema LS7500 vs Nebula X1

Epson Home Cinema LS7500Epson Home Cinema LS7500
MSRP $2,699.99
Nebula X1Nebula X1
$1,799
Key differences
White light output3,500 lm ISO3,500 lm ANSI
Native resolution1080p (1920 × 1080)—
Native contrast (on/off)—5,000:1
Throw ratio1–1.31:10.9–1.5:1
HDR formatsHDR10, + HLGHDR10, + Dolby Vision
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)RGB triple laser
Fan noiseNormal 25 dB(A) · Eco 22 dB(A)26 dB(A)
PriceMSRP $2,699.99$1,799
Room fit
Distance to screen2.2–2.9 m2.0–3.3 m
Brightness
Rated brightness3,500 lmDerived3,500 lmDerived
White light output3,500 lm ISO3,500 lm ANSI
Colour light output3,500 lm—
Brightness by modeNormal 3,500 lm · Eco 1,750 lm—
Eco brightness50%Derived—
Display system
Imaging technology3LCDDLP
Chip / panel diagonal0.62 in0.47 in
On-screen resolution4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived
Native resolution1080p (1920 × 1080)—
Native aspect16:9Derived16:9Derived
Pixel shiftYes (scheme not stated)—
Addressable resolution4K UHD (3840 × 2160)4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
Contrast
Native contrast (on/off)—5,000:1
Dynamic contrast1,000,000:156,000:1
Dynamic contrast method—Dynamic iris
Manual iris—Yes
Colour
Colour gamut—BT.2020 110% area
Colour bit depth (per channel)10 bit—
HDR
HDR formatsHDR10, + HLGHDR10, + Dolby Vision
Tone mapping (maker name)—AI HDR Tone Mapping
Calibration
Greyscale control points—11
Picture mode memories10—
Picture certifications—ISF
3D
3D—Yes
3D formats—Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom
3D glasses sync—DLP-Link
Light source
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)RGB triple laser
Laser wavelengths—G 525 nm
Light-source life20,000 h30,000 h
Life defined as50% brightness—
Optics
Throw ratio1–1.31:10.9–1.5:1
Image size40–300 in60–300 in
ZoomOpticalOptical
Zoom ratio1.31×Derived1.67×Derived
Focal length13.9–18.1 mm—
Aperture (f-number)1.49–1.61—
FocusManualMotorised
Autofocus—Yes
Autofocus runs—When moved
Vertical lens shift±59%—
Horizontal lens shift±21%—
Motorised lens shiftNo—
Vertical keystone—40°
Horizontal keystone—30°
Auto keystone—Yes
Auto setup—Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance
Lens elements—14
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)YesYes
Max input refresh4K UHD: 120 Hz—
Max refresh at 4K120 HzDerived—
Gaming featuresALLM—
Inputs & control
HDMI inputsHDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3)HDMI 2.1 · HDMI 2.1 (eARC)
HDMI inputs (count)2Derived2Derived
Newest HDMI versionHDMI 2.1DerivedHDMI 2.1Derived
Max input resolutionDCI 4K—
USB media playback—Yes
Control portsRS-232, 12 V trigger—
PJLinkClass 2—
Control-system driversControl4, Crestron, AMX—
Smart platform
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 5
Bluetooth6.05.1
EthernetYes—
Smart platform—Google TV
OS version—14
Netflix—Built in
Casting—Chromecast built-in
Smart homeMatter—
Audio
Speaker power—40 W
Speakers04
Audio formats—Dolby Audio
Audio outputs+ 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC+ Optical, HDMI eARC, + Bluetooth
HDMI audio returneARCDerivedeARCDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode—Yes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)440 × 332 × 160 mm—
Weight8,200 g6,200 g
ColoursWhite—
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Built-in stand—Gimbal, 25° tilt, motorised
Ceiling mountM4, 9 mm deep4 × M4, screws ≥ 6 mm
Tripod socket—Yes
Dust filterReplaceable—
Sealed optical engine—Yes
Environment & power
Operating temperature5–35°C0–35°C
Altitude3,048 m · high-altitude mode—
Power draw330 WMax 240 W
Standby0.5 W0.5 W
Networked standby2 W—
Power supply—External adapter
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V
Noise
Fan noiseNormal 25 dB(A) · Eco 22 dB(A)26 dB(A)
Safety & compliance
Laser classClass 4Class 1
Risk group—RG1
Eye-protection sensor—Yes
Marks—CE, UKCA
Support & ownership
Warranty🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 5 yr or 12,000 h2 yr
User manualhttps://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/html/EH-LS7500/useg/EN/index.htmlhttps://salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026160/en_US/000026160.pdf
Spare partsAir filter V13H134A60—
In the box
In the boxPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guidePower cord, + Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide
Remote—Voice