LG CineBeam HU70LA vs Sony VPL-HW65ES
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 LG CineBeam HU70LAMSRP $1,799 | Sony VPL-HW65ES MSRP $3,999 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | LCoS |
| Technology brand | DLP | SXRD |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.61 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 Γ 1080 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 Γ 2160 | β |
| Colour wheel segments | none | β |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | β | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2β1.5:1 | 1.36β2.16:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60β³: 1.6β2 m Β· 80β³: 2.14β2.68 m Β· 100β³: 2.68β3.36 m Β· 120β³: 3.23β4.04 m Β· 140β³: 3.76β4.72 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 | 1.25Γ | 1.6Γ |
| Focus | Motorized | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | Β±71% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | Β±25% |
| Motorized lens shift | β | No |
| Fixed offset | 100% | β |
| Focal length | β | 18.7β29.7 mm |
| F-number | β | 2.52β3.02 |
| Image size range | 60β140 in | 40β300 in |
| Lens memory | β | 0 |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | Lamp |
| Light source detail | 4-channel (RGBB) LED | Ultra high pressure lamp, 215 W (replacement LMP-H210) |
| Lamp wattage | β | 215 W |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | Low: 6,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | β |
| Warm-up time | 12 s | β |
| Cool-down time | 2 s | β |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | β | 1,800 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 1,500 | β |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | β |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 85% | β |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 150,000:1 | 120,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | β | Dynamic iris |
| Colour | ||
| DCI-P3 gamut | 77% | β |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | β |
| Colour temperature presets | β | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | β | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | β |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Greyscale control points | 21 | β |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10 | β |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | β |
| Tone-mapping brand name | Dynamic Tone Mapping | β |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Interpolation at 4K | Yes | β |
| Max refresh rate | 3840Γ2160: 60 Hz Β· 4096Γ2160: 60 Hz Β· 1920Γ1080: 120 Hz | β |
| Input lag (rated) | 3840Γ2160 @ 60 Hz: 43 ms | 1920Γ1080 @ 60 Hz: 21 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 6 W | β |
| Speaker count | 2 | β |
| Audio channels | Stereo | β |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | β |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth | β |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | β |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | β |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | β |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | β |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 4096 Γ 2160 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 2.0, 18 Gbps, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 2.0, 18 Gbps, HDCP 2.2 | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 26.97β135 kHz | 19β72 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23.97β120 Hz | 48β92 Hz |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | Yes | β |
| VGA input | β | No |
| USB media playback | Yes | β |
| RS-232 | β | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | Yes |
| Wired IR input | β | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | β | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Alexa, Google Home | Control4, Crestron |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | webOS | β |
| OS version | webOS 4.5 | β |
| Netflix | Native | β |
| Casting | Miracast, DLNA | β |
| 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 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | β |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Energy saving max eco: 25 dB(A) Β· Energy saving med: 28 dB(A) Β· Energy saving min bright: 30 dB(A) | Low: 22 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0β40Β°C | 5β35Β°C |
| Operating humidity | 0β80%RH | 35β85%RH |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50β60 Hz | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 210 W | 310 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.4 W |
| Networked standby power | β | 1 W |
| Power supply | External brick | β |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 314 mm | 407 mm |
| Depth | 210 mm | 464 mm |
| Height | 95 mm | 179 mm |
| Weight | 3.2 kg | 9 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | β | Front |
| Colours / finishes | White, Black | Black, White |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | β |
| Air filter | β | Washable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | β |
| Safety & market certifications | CE | β |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | πΊπΈ US 1 yr | πΊπΈ US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | Covered by the 1-year limited warranty | β |
| Latest firmware | 04.00.14 | β |
| Firmware history | {"version":"04.00.14","date":"2023-06-30"}, {"version":"04.00.06","date":"2020-03-04"} | β |
| User manual | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11022.pdf | β |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord | Remote rm pj28, Aa batteries 2, Power cord, Lens cap, User manual cd, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | Backlit | IR |
| 3D glasses in box | β | 0 |