Epson PowerLite 905 vs Epson PowerLite E20
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| Epson PowerLite 905 | Epson PowerLite E20 MSRP $379 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 0.55 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
| Native resolution | 1024 × 768 | 1024 × 768 |
| Optical system description | Poly-silicon TFT active matrix | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.38–2.24:1 | 1.44–1.95:1 |
| Projection distance table | 50″: 1.4–2.29 m · 80″: 2.26–3.68 m · 100″: 2.83–4.6 m · 150″: 4.26–6.92 m | 50″: 1.46–1.98 m · 60″: 1.76–2.38 m · 70″: 2.05–2.78 m · 80″: 2.35–3.18 m · 100″: 2.94–3.98 m · 150″: 4.42–5.98 m · 200″: 5.9–7.97 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Digital |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6× | 1.35× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | — |
| Motorized lens shift | No | — |
| Focal length | 18.2–29.2 mm | 16.7 mm |
| F-number | 1.51–1.99 | 1.44 |
| Interchangeable lens | No | — |
| Image size range | 30–300 in | 30–350 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | -30–30° |
| Horizontal keystone | -30–30° | -30–30° |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Lamp |
| Light source detail | 200 W UHE (E-TORL) lamp | UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) lamp |
| Lamp wattage | 200 W | 210 W |
| Light source life | Normal: 5,000 h · Eco: 6,000 h | Eco: 12,000 h · Normal: 6,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Warm-up time | 30 s | — |
| Cool-down time | 0 s | 0 s |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 3,000 lm | 3,400 lm |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 3,000 lm (colour) | 3,400 lm (colour) |
| Brightness by mode | Normal: 3,000 lm · Eco: 2,400 lm | High: 3,400 lm · Eco: 2,200 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 2,000:1 | 15,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | — |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 24 bit | 10 bitDerived |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 16 W | 5 W |
| Speaker count | — | 1 |
| Audio channels | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1200 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI | — |
| Audio input terminals | — | 3.5 mm, Rca |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| USB media playback | Yes | No |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | No |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | None |
| Ethernet | Yes | No |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | None | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | No |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 33 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A) | Eco: 28 dB(A) · Normal: 37 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 5–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 2,286 m | 3,048 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) | 313 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 313 W · Eco: 264 W | Eco: 235 W · Normal: 345 W |
| Standby power | 0.29 W | 0.3 W |
| Networked standby power | 8.9 W | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 345 mm | 302 mm |
| Depth | 263 mm | 249 mm |
| Height | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Weight | 3.35 kg | 2.7 kg |
| Colours / finishes | — | White |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 9 |
| Air filter | Replaceable | Replaceable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, UL | FCC, UL |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | 90 days | 90 days (lamp limited warranty) |
| User manual | https://files.support.epson.com/pdf/pl92__/pl92__ug.pdf | https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd5/cpd59679.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Vga cable, Software cd, Manual cd | Projector, Power cord, Hdmi cable, Remote, Batteries, Software cd, Quick setup guide, Warranty card |