JVC DLA-RS4100 vs Optoma UHZ50
 JVC DLA-RS4100MSRP $25,999.95 |  Optoma UHZ50MSRP $2,799 | |
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| Key differences | ||
| Native resolution | DCI 4K (4096 × 2160) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Native contrast (on/off) | 100,000:1 | — |
| Throw ratio | 1.35–2.75:1 | 1.21–1.59:1 |
| Lowest input lag | — | 4.4 msDerived |
| HDR formats | HDR10, + HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Fan noise | Eco 24 dB(A) | Max 29 dB(A) · Normal 27 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $25,999.95 | MSRP $2,799 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 3.0–6.2 m | 2.7–3.5 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 3,000 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Brightness uniformity | — | 80% |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | LCoS | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.69 in | 0.47 in |
| On-screen resolution | 8192 × 4320Derived | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived |
| Native resolution | DCI 4K (4096 × 2160) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Native aspect | 17:9Derived | 16:9Derived |
| Pixel shift | 8K e-shift | XPR 4-way |
| Addressable resolution | 8192 × 4320 | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) |
| Contrast | ||
| Native contrast (on/off) | 100,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic contrast | — | 2,500,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast method | Light-source dimming | Light-source dimming |
| Manual iris | Yes | — |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 12 bit | 10 bit |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, + Custom | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Colour temperature presets | D93, D65, D55, Custom | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, + HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping | Dynamic | Adjustable |
| Tone mapping (maker name) | Frame Adapt HDR | — |
| Calibration | ||
| Colour management (CMS) | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Auto-calibration | Sensor supported | — |
| Picture certifications | ISF, + Filmmaker Mode | ISF |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | Yes | Yes |
| 3D formats | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, + Frame sequential |
| 3D glasses sync | — | DLP-Link |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) | Laser (phosphor) |
| Emitter | Blue laser + phosphor | — |
| Light engine | BLU-Escent | — |
| Light-source life | 20,000 h | 30,000 h |
| Life defined as | — | 50% brightness |
| Light output control | Continuous | Steps |
| Constant brightness mode | — | Yes |
| Cool-down time | — | 10 s |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.35–2.75:1 | 1.21–1.59:1 |
| Image size | 60–300 in | 34–302 in |
| Projection offset | — | 105% |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 2.04×Derived | 1.31×Derived |
| Focal length | — | 12.81–16.74 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | — | 1.94–2.23 |
| Focus | Motorised | Manual |
| Autofocus | — | No |
| Vertical lens shift | ±100% | 0–10% |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±43% | — |
| Motorised lens shift | Yes | No |
| Lens memory slots | 10 | — |
| Vertical keystone | — | 30° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | 30° |
| Auto keystone | — | Yes |
| Grid warp | — | Yes |
| Lens elements | 18 | — |
| Lens material | Glass | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Max input refresh | 1080p: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 120 Hz · DCI 4K: 120 Hz · 8K: 60 Hz | 1080p: 240 Hz · 2560 × 1440: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 60 Hz |
| Max refresh at 1080p | 120 HzDerived | 240 HzDerived |
| Max refresh at 4K | 120 HzDerived | 60 HzDerived |
| Input lag | — | 1080p: 60 Hz 17 ms · 120 Hz 8.6 ms · 240 Hz 4.4 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 16.9 ms |
| Lowest input lag | — | 4.4 msDerived |
| Input lag at 4K 60 Hz | — | 16.9 msDerived |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3, 48 Gbps) | HDMI 2.0 (eARC, HDCP 2.2, game port) · 2 × HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 3Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 2.1Derived | HDMI 2.0Derived |
| Max input resolution | 8K | DCI 4K |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Control ports | RS-232, 12 V trigger | RS-232, + Wired IR, 12 V trigger |
| Control-system drivers | Control4 | — |
| Horizontal scan | — | 15.38–91.15 kHz |
| Vertical scan | — | 24–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Smart platform | None | Android (uncertified) |
| Storage | — | 16 GB |
| Netflix | — | Built in |
| Smart home | — | Alexa, Google Home |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | — | 20 W |
| Speakers | 0 | 2 |
| Layout | — | Stereo |
| Audio formats | — | DTS |
| Audio outputs | — | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC |
| HDMI audio return | — | eARCDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 500 × 528 × 234 mm | 337 × 265 × 119 mm |
| Weight | 25,300 g | 4,800 g |
| Colours | — | White |
| Orientations | — | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 10–85%RH |
| Altitude | 2,000 m · high-altitude mode | 3,000 m · high-altitude mode |
| Power draw | 440 W | Max 230 W · Normal 240 W · Eco 185 W |
| Standby | 0.3 W | Up to 0.5 W |
| Networked standby | 1.5 W | — |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Eco 24 dB(A) | Max 29 dB(A) · Normal 27 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Laser class | Class 1 | Class 1 |
| Risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| FDA laser notice | — | Notice 57 |
| Marks | FCC | + CE, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
| User manual | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-3961-41.pdf | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/c60e8ce7-6032-45ec-a343-21f52fef801c.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + Warranty card, + Lens cap | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + Wi-Fi dongle |
| Remote | — | Backlit |