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Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K vs Optoma UHZ50

Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K is $799.01 cheaper. Optoma UHZ50 is broader on HDR.

Nebula Cosmos Laser 4KMSRP $1,999.99
Optoma UHZ50MSRP $2,799
Key differences
White light output
2,200 lm ANSI—
Native resolution
—1080p (1920 × 1080)
Throw ratio
1.27:11.21–1.59:1
Lowest input lag
—4.4 msDerived
HDR formats
HDR10HDR10, HLG
Fan noise
28 dB(A)Max 29 dB(A) · Normal 27 dB(A)
MSRP
$1,999.99$2,799
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.8 m2.7–3.5 m
Picture
White light output
2,200 lm ANSI—
Claimed brightness (non-standard)
—3,000 lm
Brightness uniformity
—80%
Imaging technology
DLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal
—0.47 in
Native resolution
—1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:9Derived
Pixel shift
Yes (scheme not stated)XPR 4-way
Addressable resolution
4K UHD (3840 × 2160)4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
Dynamic contrast
1,500,000:12,500,000:1
Dynamic contrast method
—Light-source dimming
Colour bit depth (per channel)
8 bit10 bit
Gamma / EOTF presets
—2.2, 2.4, 2.6
HDR formats
HDR10HDR10, HLG
Tone mapping
—Adjustable
Colour management (CMS)
None6-axis
Picture certifications
—ISF
3D
YesYes
3D formats
Side-by-side, Top-bottomFrame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
3D glasses sync
DLP-LinkDLP-Link
Light source
Light source
Laser (phosphor)Laser (phosphor)
Emitter
Blue laser + phosphor—
Light engine
ALPD 3.0—
Light-source life
25,000 h30,000 h
Life defined as
—50% brightness
Light output control
—Steps
Constant brightness mode
—Yes
Cool-down time
—10 s
Optics
Throw ratio
1.27:11.21–1.59:1
Image size
60–150 in34–302 in
Projection offset
—105%
Zoom
DigitalOptical
Zoom ratio
—1.31×Derived
Focal length
—12.81–16.74 mm
Aperture (f-number)
—1.94–2.23
Focus
MotorisedManual
Autofocus
YesNo
Autofocus runs
When moved—
Vertical lens shift
—0–10%
Motorised lens shift
—No
Vertical keystone
—30°
Horizontal keystone
—30°
Auto keystone
YesYes
Grid warp
—Yes
Auto setup
Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance—
Interchangeable lens
No—
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)
—Yes
Max input refresh
—1080p: 240 Hz · 2560 × 1440: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 60 Hz
Input lag
—1080p: 60 Hz 17 ms · 120 Hz 8.6 ms · 240 Hz 4.4 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 16.9 ms
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.0HDMI 2.0 (eARC, HDCP 2.2, game port) · 2 × HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2)
Max input resolution
4K UHDDCI 4K
USB media playback
YesYes
Control ports
—RS-232, Wired IR, 12 V trigger
Horizontal scan
—15.38–91.15 kHz
Vertical scan
—24–120 Hz
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth
5.0—
Ethernet
—Yes
Smart platform
Android TVAndroid (uncertified)
OS version
10—
RAM
2 GB—
Storage
16 GB16 GB
Netflix
Built inBuilt in
Casting
Chromecast built-in—
Smart home
—Alexa, Google Home
Audio
Speaker power
30 W20 W
Speakers
42
Layout
—Stereo
Audio formats
—DTS
Audio outputs
3.5 mm3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC
HDMI audio return
NoneDerivedeARCDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
Yes—
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
—337 × 265 × 119 mm
Weight
4,850 g4,800 g
Colours
—White
Orientations
Table, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Tripod socket
Yes—
Exhaust
Side—
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–35°C0–40°C
Operating humidity
—10–85%RH
Altitude
—3,000 m · high-altitude mode
Power draw
Max 200 WMax 230 W · Normal 240 W · Eco 185 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Power supply
Built in—
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noise
28 dB(A)Max 29 dB(A) · Normal 27 dB(A)
Safety & support
Laser class
Class 1Class 1
Risk group
RG1RG2
Eye-protection sensor
Yes—
FDA laser notice
—Notice 57
Marks
FCCCE, FCC
Warranty
1 yr—
User manual
https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11829.pdfhttps://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, Streaming donglePower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Wi-Fi dongle
Remote
—Backlit