JVC DLA-NZ500 vs Sony VPL-HW65ES
Bold marks the better figure where both are stated to the same standard. βββ means the manufacturer doesn't state it.
 JVC DLA-NZ500MSRP $6,999.95 | Sony VPL-HW65ES MSRP $3,999 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | LCoS | LCoS |
| Technology brand | D-ILA | SXRD |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.69 in | 0.61 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 17:9Derived | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 4096 Γ 2160 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| Pixel shift | None | β |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | β | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.34β2.14:1 | 1.36β2.16:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60β³: 1.77β2.85 m Β· 70β³: 2.07β3.34 m Β· 80β³: 2.37β3.82 m Β· 90β³: 2.68β4.31 m Β· 100β³: 2.98β4.79 m Β· 110β³: 3.28β5.28 m Β· 120β³: 3.58β5.76 m Β· 130β³: 3.89β6.24 m Β· 140β³: 4.19β6.73 m Β· 150β³: 4.49β7.21 m Β· 160β³: 4.8β7.7 m Β· 170β³: 5.1β8.18 m Β· 180β³: 5.4β8.67 m Β· 190β³: 5.7β9.15 m Β· 200β³: 6.01β9.63 m | 80β³: 2.4β3.83 m Β· 100β³: 3β4.79 m Β· 120β³: 3.61β5.76 m Β· 150β³: 4.52β7.2 m Β· 200β³: 6.04β9.61 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6Γ | 1.6Γ |
| Focus | Motorized | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | Β±70% | Β±71% |
| Horizontal lens shift | Β±28% | Β±25% |
| Motorized lens shift | Yes | No |
| Focal length | β | 18.7β29.7 mm |
| F-number | β | 2.52β3.02 |
| Lens elements | 15 | β |
| Lens aperture | 80 mm | β |
| Image size range | 60β200 in | 40β300 in |
| Lens memory | 5 | 0 |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | Lamp |
| Light source detail | BLU-Escent laser diode (blue laser with phosphor) | Ultra high pressure lamp, 215 W (replacement LMP-H210) |
| Lamp wattage | β | 215 W |
| Light source life | Standard: 20,000 h | Low: 6,000 h |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | β |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | β | 1,800 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 2,000 | β |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | β |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Native on/off contrast | 40,000:1 | β |
| Dynamic contrast | β | 120,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | Dynamic iris |
| Manual iris / aperture | Yes | β |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 100% | β |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | β |
| Gamut chromaticity space | Xy | β |
| Colour temperature presets | D55, D65, D93, Custom | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 12 bit | β |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | β |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Auto-calibration | Sensor supported | β |
| ISF certified | Yes | β |
| Picture mode memories | 4 | β |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | β |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | β |
| Tone-mapping brand name | Frame Adapt HDR (Gen2) with Deep Black Tone Control | β |
| Metadata handling | Uses MaxCLL | β |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | β | Yes |
| Black frame insertion | Yes | β |
| Max refresh rate | 3840Γ2160: 60 Hz | β |
| Input lag (rated) | β | 1920Γ1080 @ 60 Hz: 21 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker count | 0 | β |
| HDMI eARC | No | β |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 4096 Γ 2160 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI, 32 Gbps, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI, 32 Gbps, HDCP 2.3 | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | β | 19β72 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | β | 48β92 Hz |
| VGA input | β | No |
| USB media playback | No | β |
| RS-232 | No | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | Yes |
| Wired IR input | β | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | No | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Control4 | Control4, Crestron |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | Yes |
| 3D sync method | β | RF |
| 3D formats | β | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, 2D β 3D |
| Glasses included | β | 0 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Fan noise: 23 dB(A) | Low: 22 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5β35Β°C | 5β35Β°C |
| Operating humidity | 20β80%RH | 35β85%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 2,000 m | β |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50β60 Hz | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | β | 310 W |
| Power consumption by mode | In use: 280 W | β |
| Standby power | 0.3 W | 0.4 W |
| Networked standby power | 1.5 W | 1 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 450 mm | 407 mm |
| Depth | 479 mm | 464 mm |
| Height | 181 mm | 179 mm |
| Weight | 14.6 kg | 9 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Rear | Front |
| Colours / finishes | β | Black, White |
| Air filter | β | Washable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | β |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | β |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, ISF | β |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | πΊπΈ US 3 yr | πΊπΈ US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4685-11.pdf | β |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Lens cover, Power cord, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Remote rm pj28, Aa batteries 2, Power cord, Lens cap, User manual cd, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | IR | IR |
| 3D glasses in box | β | 0 |