Nebula Cosmos 4K SE vs Sony VPL-HW45ES
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 Nebula Cosmos 4K SEMSRP $1,299.99 | Sony VPL-HW45ES MSRP $1,999 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | LCoS |
| Technology brand | — | SXRD |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.61 in |
| Native aspect ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | — | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel shift | — | None |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | — | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.36–2.16:1 |
| Throw reference point | Lens | Lens |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 1.59 m · 100″: 2.66 m · 150″: 3.99 m · 200″: 5.31 m | 80″: 2.4–3.83 m · 100″: 3–4.79 m · 120″: 3.61–5.76 m · 150″: 4.52–7.2 m · 200″: 6.04–9.61 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | — | 1.6× |
| Focus | Auto | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | — | ±71% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | ±25% |
| Motorized lens shift | — | No |
| Focal length | — | 18.7–29.7 mm |
| F-number | — | 2.52–3.02 |
| Image size range | 60–200 in | 40–300 in |
| Horizontal keystone | -30–30° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Hybrid laser + LED | Lamp |
| Light source detail | HybridBeam (LED + laser) | Ultra high pressure lamp, 215 W type (replacement LMP-H210) |
| Lamp wattage | — | 215 W |
| Light source life | — | Low: 6,000 h |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 1,800 lm | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 1,800 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Native on/off contrast | 400:1 | — |
| Dynamic light control | — | None |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 123% | — |
| Colour temperature presets | — | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4, Custom |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | — |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | — | 6-axis |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Black frame insertion | — | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | — | 1920×1080: 60 Hz |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 30 W | — |
| Speaker count | 2 | 0 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth | — |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | — | 1920 × 1080 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI; HDMI 2 / eARC: HDMI, eARC | HDMI 1: HDMI; HDMI 2: HDMI |
| Horizontal scan frequency | — | 19–72 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | — | 48–92 Hz |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | — | Yes |
| LAN control | — | No |
| Wired IR input | — | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | — | No |
| Ethernet | — | No |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | — |
| Netflix | Native | — |
| Netflix max resolution | 4K | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | — |
| Storage | 16 GB | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | Yes |
| 3D sync method | — | RF |
| 3D formats | — | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, 2D → 3D |
| Glasses included | — | 0 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | — |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | — |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | — | Minimum: 22 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–35°C | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | — | 35–85%RH |
| High-altitude mode | — | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | — | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | — | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | — | 310 W |
| Standby power | — | 0.4 W |
| Power supply | Internal | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | — | 407 mm |
| Depth | — | 464 mm |
| Height | — | 179 mm |
| Weight | 4.49 kg | 9 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | — | Front |
| Colours / finishes | — | Black, White |
| Tripod socket | Yes | — |
| Air filter | — | Washable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Laser product class | Class 2 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000020817/en_US/000020817.pdf | https://www.appliancesdirect.co.uk/PDFs/VPL-HW45/B_UserManual1.PDF |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide | — |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Backlit |
| 3D glasses in box | — | 0 |