Epson PowerLite W49 vs Epson PowerLite X49

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Epson PowerLite W49Epson PowerLite W49
MSRP $668
Epson PowerLite X49Epson PowerLite X49
MSRP $508
Display system
Imaging technology3LCD3LCD
Technology brand3LCD3LCD
Number of imaging devices33
Chip / panel diagonal0.59 in0.55 in
Native aspect ratio16:104:3
Native resolution1280 × 8001024 × 768
Optical system description—Poly-silicon TFT active matrix
Optics
Throw ratio1.3–1.56:11.48–1.77:1
Projection distance table33″: 0.91–1.1 m · 35″: 0.97–1.17 m · 40″: 1.11–1.34 m · 50″: 1.39–1.68 m · 60″: 1.68–2.02 m · 80″: 2.25–2.7 m · 100″: 2.81–3.38 m · 150″: 4.24–5.09 m · 200″: 5.66–6.8 m · 320″: 9.07–10.89 m30″: 0.89–1.07 m · 40″: 1.19–1.43 m · 50″: 1.5–1.8 m · 60″: 1.8–2.17 m · 80″: 2.41–2.9 m · 100″: 3.02–3.63 m · 150″: 4.54–5.46 m · 200″: 6.07–7.29 m · 250″: 7.59–9.12 m · 300″: 9.12–10.95 m
Zoom typeOpticalOptical
Zoom ratio1.2×1.2×
FocusManualManual
Vertical lens shift0%0%
Horizontal lens shift0%0%
Motorized lens shift—No
Focal length16.9–20.28 mm16.9–20.28 mm
F-number1.49–1.721.49–1.72
Interchangeable lensNoNo
Image size range33–320 in30–300 in
Vertical keystone-30–30°-30–30°
Horizontal keystone-30–30°-30–30°
Corner / warp correction4pt4pt
Light source
Light source typeLampLamp
Light source detailUHE (Ultra High Efficiency) lamp, 210 W210 W UHE lamp (ELPLP97)
Lamp wattage210 W210 W
Light source lifeNormal: 8,000 h · Medium: 10,000 h · Eco: 17,000 hNormal: 6,000 h · Eco: 12,000 h
Life definition—Unspecified
Cool-down time0 s0 s
Light-source dimmingManual steps—
Brightness
ISO light output3,800 lm3,600 lm
Colour light output (CLO)3,800 lm (colour)3,600 lm (colour)
Brightness by modeHigh: 3,800 lm · Medium: 3,700 lm · Eco: 2,600 lmNormal: 3,600 lm · Eco: 2,400 lm
Contrast & black level
Dynamic contrast16,000:116,000:1
Dynamic light controlIris + laser dimming—
Colour
Bit depth / 'number of colours'10 bit30 bit
Audio
Speaker power5 W5 W
Speaker count11
Audio channelsMonoMono
Audio outputs3.5 mm3.5 mm
Inputs, control & connectivity
Max input signal1920 × 10801920 × 1080
HDMI port count21
HDMI ports (feature-level)HDMI 1: HDMI; HDMI 2: HDMI—
Audio input terminals3.5 mm, Rca—
Vertical scan frequency24–85 Hz—
VGA inputYesYes
USB media playbackYesYes
RS-232YesYes
LAN controlYesYes
Control ecosystem driversCrestron, Control4Crestron, Control4
Wi-FiNone—
EthernetYesYes
Setup automation
Autofocus—None
Auto keystoneYesYes
Acoustic noise
Fan noise (sound pressure)Eco: 28 dB(A) · Normal: 37 dB(A)Normal: 37 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A)
Environment & power
Operating temperature5–35°C5–35°C
Operating humidity20–80%RH20–80%RH
Altitude / high-altitude mode3,048 m3,048 m
High-altitude modeYesYes
Operating orientationsTable, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Rated voltage100–240 V100–240 V
Rated frequency50–60 Hz50–60 Hz
Power consumption (max)345 W345 W
Power consumption by modeEco: 235 W · Medium: 303 W · Normal: 345 WNormal: 345 W · Eco: 235 W
Standby power0.3 W0.3 W
Networked standby power2 W2 W
Physical & installation
Width302 mm302 mm
Depth249 mm249 mm
Height92 mm92 mm
Weight2.7 kg2.7 kg
Colours / finishesWhiteWhite
Mount hole patternThread: M4 · Screw length mm: 9 · Hole count: 3—
Air filterReplaceableReplaceable
Safety & compliance
Safety & market certificationsFCC, ULFCC, UL
Support & ownership
Warranty🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr · 🇮🇳 IN 3 yr
Light-source warranty90 days (US)90 days
User manualhttps://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd5/cpd59679.pdfhttps://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd5/cpd59679.pdf
In the box
Box contentsProjector, Power cord, Hdmi cable, Remote, Batteries, Software cd, Quick start guide, Warranty cardProjector, Power cord, Vga cable, Remote, Batteries, Software cd, Quick setup sheet, Warranty card