Epson PowerLite 994F vs Panasonic PT-LB426
 Epson PowerLite 994FMSRP $1,238 |  Panasonic PT-LB426 | |
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| Key differences | ||
| White light outputISO | 4,100 lm ISO | 4,100 lm ISO (Normal power, Dynamic mode) · 4,100 lm ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080) | 1024 × 768 |
| Throw ratio | 1.3–2.09:1 | 1.48–1.78:1 |
| Fan noise | Normal 37 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A) | Normal 38 dB(A) · Eco 35 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $1,238 | — |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 2.9–4.6 m | 3.0–3.6 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 4,100 lmDerived | 4,100 lmDerived |
| White light outputISO | 4,100 lm ISO | 4,100 lm ISO (Normal power, Dynamic mode) · 4,100 lm ANSI |
| Colour light output | 4,100 lm | — |
| Brightness uniformity | — | 85% |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.62 in | 0.63 in |
| On-screen resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived | 1024 × 768Derived |
| Native resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080) | 1024 × 768 |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | 4:3Derived |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | Up to 16,000:1 | 20,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | 8 bit |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 230 W | 230 W |
| Replacement lamp | ELPLP97 | ET-LAL510 |
| Light-source life | 6,500 h normal · 17,000 h eco | 10,000 h normal · 20,000 h eco |
| Life defined as | — | 50% brightness |
| Cool-down time | 0 s | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.3–2.09:1 | 1.48–1.78:1 |
| Image size | 31–304 in | 30–300 in |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.61×Derived | 1.2×Derived |
| Focal length | 18.2–29.1 mm | 19.16–23.02 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | 1.51–1.77 | 1.6–1.76 |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | None | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | None | — |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | 35° |
| Horizontal keystone | 30° | 35° |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Corner correction | — | 4-corner |
| Grid warp | — | Yes |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI | 2 × HDMI (HDCP 1.4) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Other video inputs | VGA, + Component, Composite | VGA, Composite |
| Audio inputs | 3.5 mm, RCA, + Microphone | 3.5 mm, RCA |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Control ports | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| PJLink | Class 2 | Class 2 |
| Control-system drivers | Crestron | — |
| Smart platform | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Casting | AirPlay 2, Miracast | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 16 W | 10 W |
| Speakers | 1 | — |
| Layout | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI audio return | NoneDerived | NoneDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 309 × 282 × 90 mm | 335 × 252 × 96 mm |
| Weight | 3,100 g | 2,900 g |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Ceiling mount | 3 × M4 | M4, 10 mm deep, 1.25 N·m |
| Dust filter | Replaceable | Replaceable |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 5–40°C |
| Operating humidity | — | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude | 3,048 m | 2,700 m |
| Power draw | Normal 349 W · Eco 241 W | Max 300 W |
| Standby | 0.3 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby | 2 W | — |
| Power supply | — | Built in |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 37 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A) | Normal 38 dB(A) · Eco 35 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Risk group | RG2 | — |
| Marks | FCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 yr (light source 3 mo) | — |
| User manual | https://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_EX9270_EN_EAI.pdf | https://bizpartner.panasonic.net/public/ppr/file_view/194378 |
| Spare parts | Lamp ELPLP97 · Air filter ELPAF54 | Lamp ET-LAL510 · Air filter ET-RFL300 |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, + Quick start guide | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries |