InFocus ScreenPlay Vista SP2234ST vs Optoma ZH401e
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 InFocus ScreenPlay Vista SP2234ST | Optoma ZH401e MSRP $1,499 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.55 in | — |
| Native aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1024 × 768 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.62:1 | 1.48–1.62:1 |
| Projection distance table | 40″: 0.5 m · 50″: 0.63 m · 60″: 0.75 m · 70″: 0.88 m · 80″: 1 m · 90″: 1.13 m · 100″: 1.25 m · 120″: 1.5 m · 150″: 1.88 m · 180″: 2.26 m · 250″: 3.13 m · 303″: 3.8 m | 30″: 0.98–1.08 m · 40″: 1.31–1.43 m · 50″: 1.63–1.79 m · 60″: 1.96–2.15 m · 70″: 2.29–2.51 m · 80″: 2.61–2.87 m · 90″: 2.94–3.23 m · 100″: 3.27–3.58 m · 120″: 3.92–4.3 m · 150″: 4.9–5.38 m · 180″: 5.88–6.45 m · 200″: 6.54–7.17 m · 250″: 8.17–8.96 m · 300″: 9.8–10.75 m |
| Zoom type | None | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1× | 1.1× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Fixed offset | 115% | 116% |
| Focal length | 7.15 mm | 21.86–24 mm |
| F-number | 2.8 | 2.5–2.67 |
| Image size range | 40–303 inDerived | 30–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -20–20° | -30–30° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | -30–30° |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | UHP lamp | Laser (DuraCore) |
| Light source life | Dynamic: 15,000 h | Normal: 30,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Cool-down time | 10 s | — |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 4,600 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 4,200 | — |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | — |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 80% | 75% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 30,000:1 | 3,000,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | — | 30 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Picture mode memories | 15 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10, HLG |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 15 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 1 |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1200 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4 | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0 |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–97.55 kHz | 15–135 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 54–85 Hz | 24–120 Hz |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | — | Yes |
| PJLink class | — | Class 1 |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | Crestron |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Rated: 27 dB(A) | Min: 29 dB(A) · Max: 31 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–85%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | 3,048 m |
| Operating orientations | Table, Rear, Ceiling | 360°, Portrait |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 267 W | 170 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Min: 210 W · Max: 267 W | Eco: 120 W · Bright: 170 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | — |
| Power supply | — | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 236 mm | 274 mm |
| Depth | 313 mm | 216 mm |
| Height | 96.4 mm | 114 mm |
| Weight | 2.9 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Ingress protection | — | IP6X |
| Colours / finishes | — | White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Min screw length mm: 10 | — |
| Sealed optical engine | — | Yes |
| Air filter | None | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG2 |
| Laser product class | — | Class 1 laser product, Risk Group 2 |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC, CCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇫🇷 FR 5 yr |
| Light-source warranty | Original lamp: 1 year or 1000 hours; replacement lamps: 3 months | — |
| User manual | https://cdn.infocus.com/2023/11/ScreenPlay-Users-Manual-v1.0-Visa-Genesis-I-II-.pdf | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/documents/amVEXNMY0TqA9e6pFYo8iyCWQCiLznAEwmaBKoWh.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Vga cable, Remote, Quick start guide | Power cord, Remote control, 2xAAA battery, Quick start user manual |
| Remote type | IR | IR |