NEC NP-M300W vs NEC NP-VE303X
 MSRP $1,399 | | |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| White light outputISO | 3,000 lm ISO | 3,000 lm ISO · 3,000 lm ANSI |
| Native resolution | WXGA (1280 × 800) | 1024 × 768 |
| Native contrast (on/off) | 2,000:1 | — |
| Throw ratio | 1.35–2.25:1Derived | 1.95–2.15:1 |
| Fan noise | Normal 35 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) | Normal 34 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $1,399 | — |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 2.9–4.8 m | 4.0–4.4 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 3,000 lmDerived | 3,000 lmDerived |
| White light outputISO | 3,000 lm ISO | 3,000 lm ISO · 3,000 lm ANSI |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.59 in | 0.55 in |
| On-screen resolution | WXGA (1280 × 800)Derived | 1024 × 768Derived |
| Native resolution | WXGA (1280 × 800) | 1024 × 768 |
| Native aspect | 16:10Derived | 4:3Derived |
| Contrast | ||
| Native contrast (on/off) | 2,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic contrast | — | 10,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | 10 bit |
| Colour temperature presets | D93, D65 | — |
| Calibration | ||
| Picture mode memories | — | 2 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | — | Yes |
| 3D formats | — | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| 3D glasses sync | — | DLP-Link |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 230 W | 195 W |
| Replacement lamp | — | NP40LP |
| Light-source life | 4,000 h normal · 5,000 h eco | 4,500 h normal · 6,000 h eco |
| Light output control | — | Steps |
| Warm-up time | 3 s | — |
| Cool-down time | 0 s | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.35–2.25:1Derived | 1.95–2.15:1 |
| Image size | 25–300 in | 30–300 in |
| Projection offset | — | 115%Derived |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.67×Derived | 1.1×Derived |
| Focal length | 17.5–29 mm | 21.8–24 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | 1.7–2.1 | 2.41–2.55 |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Vertical lens shift | None | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | None | — |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | 40° |
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Interchangeable lens | No | No |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | HDMI | HDMI |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 1Derived | 1Derived |
| Other video inputs | VGA | VGA |
| Max input resolution | 1600 × 1200 | WUXGA |
| Audio inputs | 3.5 mm, + RCA | 3.5 mm |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| Control ports | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| PJLink | Class 1 | — |
| Horizontal scan | 15–100 kHz | 15–100 kHz |
| Vertical scan | 50–120 Hz | 50–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 2 W |
| Speakers | 1 | 1 |
| Layout | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | — |
| HDMI audio return | NoneDerived | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 339 × 257 × 99 mm | 324 × 250 × 88 mm |
| Weight | 2,990 g | 2,600 g |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 5–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude | High-altitude mode | 3,000 m · high-altitude mode |
| Power draw | Normal 311 W · Eco 239 W | Max 237 W · Normal 232 W · Eco 192 W |
| Standby | 0.2 W | 0.33 W |
| Networked standby | 8 W | — |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 35 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) | Normal 34 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Marks | FCC, UL | + CE, FCC, UL |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 2 yr (light source 1 yr or 500 h) | 3 yr (light source 3 yr or 4,000 h) |
| User manual | https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/english/M350X_manual_EN.pdf | https://www.sharp-nec-displays.com/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/ve303x/VE303X_manual_ENG.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + Warranty card, VGA cable, + Carry case, + Software CD | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + User manual, VGA cable |
| Remote | IR | IR |