JMGO N1S Ultra vs Sony VPL-XW6100ES
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 JMGO N1S UltraMSRP $2,499 | Sony VPL-XW6100ES MSRP $18,999 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | LCoS |
| Technology brand | — | SXRD |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 0.61 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9Derived |
| Native resolution | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| Optical system description | — | Wide Dynamic Range Optics with an Advanced Crisp-Focused (ACF) lens: 70 mm aspherical front lens and a floating focus system using two moving lens groups and extra-low dispersion glass |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | — | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.34–2.87:1 |
| Throw reference point | — | Lens |
| Projection distance table | 84″: 2.26 m · 180″: 4.79 m | 60″: 1.78–3.75 m · 80″: 2.38–5.02 m · 100″: 2.99–6.28 m · 120″: 3.6–7.55 m · 150″: 4.51–9.45 m · 170″: 5.12–10.72 m · 200″: 6.03–12.62 m · 250″: 7.54–15.78 m · 300″: 9.06–18.95 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | — | 2.1× |
| Focus | Auto | Motorized |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | ±85% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | ±36% |
| Motorized lens shift | — | Yes |
| F-number | — | 2.5–3.24 |
| Interchangeable lens | No | No |
| Image size range | 40–300 in | 60–300 in |
| Lens memory | — | 5 |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | RGB triple laser | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | MALC triple color laser optics | Laser diode |
| Light source life | Normal: 30,000 h | Unspecified: 20,000 h |
| Life definition | — | Unspecified |
| Light-source dimming | — | Dynamic frame |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 2,800 lm | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 2,700 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 95% | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 1,600:1 | — |
| Dynamic light control | — | Laser dimming |
| Colour | ||
| DCI-P3 gamut | — | 95% |
| BT.2020 gamut | 110% | — |
| Colour temperature presets | — | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | — |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | — | 6-axis |
| Greyscale control points | 11 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10 | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | — | Dynamic |
| Tone-mapping brand name | — | XR Dynamic Tone Mapping |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Interpolation at 4K | — | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | — | 1920×1080: 120 Hz · 3840×2160: 120 Hz · 4096×2160: 120 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 3840×2160 @ 120 Hz: 21 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 13 ms |
| Auto low-latency mode | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 20 W | — |
| Speaker count | 2 | 0 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | — |
| Audio partner | Dynaudio | — |
| DTS | Yes | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC | — |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | 4096 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI (eARC): HDMI 2.1, eARC; HDMI: HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 (ALLM); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 (ALLM) |
| Horizontal scan frequency | — | 26.97–270 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | — | 23.98–120 Hz |
| RS-232 | — | Yes |
| LAN control | — | Yes |
| Wired IR input | — | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | — | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | — | Control4, Crestron, Savant |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | — |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | — |
| Netflix | Native | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | — |
| RAM | 2 GB | — |
| Storage | 32 GB | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | No |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | — |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | — |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Vertical deg: 135 · Horizontal deg: 360 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Stated max: 26 dB(A) | Rated: 26 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement standard | — | Unspecified |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | — | 20–80%RH |
| High-altitude mode | — | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 180 W | 380 W |
| Standby power | — | 0.3 W |
| Networked standby power | — | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | External brick | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 236 mm | 460 mm |
| Depth | 241 mm | 517 mm |
| Height | 203 mm | 210 mm |
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 14 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | — | Rear |
| Colours / finishes | — | Black, White |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, FCC | IMAX Enhanced |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://global.jmgo.com/cdn/shop/files/JMGO_N1S_Ultra_User_Manual.pdf | https://helpguide.sony.net/vpl/xw8100/v1/en/index.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Power adapter, Quick start guide, Allen wrench | Remote, Batteries, Lens cap, Power cord, Setup guide |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | — |