NEC NP-M403H vs Optoma ZW350e
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| NEC NP-M403H MSRP $2,599 | Optoma ZW350e MSRP $979 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | — |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel model | — | S450 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.65 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1280 × 800 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2–2.1:1 | 1.54–1.72:1 |
| Projection distance table | 30″: 0.74–1.32 m · 40″: 1.02–1.8 m · 60″: 1.56–2.74 m · 80″: 2.11–3.69 m · 90″: 2.38–4.16 m · 100″: 2.65–4.63 m · 120″: 3.2–5.58 m · 150″: 4.01–6.99 m · 200″: 5.38–9.36 m · 300″: 8.1–14.08 m | 40″: 1.33–1.48 m · 50″: 1.66–1.85 m · 60″: 2–2.22 m · 70″: 2.33–2.59 m · 80″: 2.66–2.96 m · 90″: 2.99–3.33 m · 100″: 3.33–3.7 m · 120″: 3.99–4.45 m · 150″: 4.99–5.56 m · 180″: 5.99–6.67 m · 200″: 6.65–7.41 m · 250″: 8.31–9.26 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.7× | 1.1× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Fixed offset | — | 112% |
| Focal length | 18–30.6 mm | 21.85–24 mm |
| F-number | 2.4–3.2 | 2.41–2.53 |
| Image size range | 30–300 in | 20–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | -40–40° |
| Horizontal keystone | -25–25° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | 270 W AC lamp, replacement model NP30LP | DuraCore laser |
| Lamp wattage | 270 W | — |
| Light source life | Eco: 8,000 h · Normal: 5,500 h · High bright: 3,500 h | Laser: 30,000 h |
| Constant brightness mode | Yes | — |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 4,000 lm | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 4,000 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | — | 75% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 10,000:1 | 2,000,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | — |
| Colour | ||
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 10 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | — | 6-axis |
| Picture mode memories | 7 | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 20 W | 15 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 1 |
| Audio channels | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1200 | 1920 × 1200 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | — | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4a; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4a |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm, Rca, Mic | — |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–100 kHz | 15–140 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 50–120 Hz | 24–120 Hz |
| VGA input | Yes | — |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | — |
| PJLink class | Class 1 | — |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Eco: 30 dB(A) · Normal: 30 dB(A) · High bright: 36 dB(A) | Min: 27 dB(A) · Max: 34 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 2,400 m | 3,000 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Portrait, 360° |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 335 W | 139 W |
| Power consumption by mode | High bright: 335 W · Normal: 278 W · Eco: 246 W | Min: 88 W · Max: 139 W |
| Standby power | 0.4 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | 2.9 W | — |
| Power supply | — | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 368 mm | 274 mm |
| Depth | 291 mm | 216 mm |
| Height | 108 mm | 114 mm |
| Weight | 3.7 kg | 3 kg |
| Ingress protection | — | IP6X |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 10 |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG2 |
| Laser product class | — | Class 1 (Risk Group 2) |
| Safety & market certifications | UL, FCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr · 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | 6 months, max. 1000 hours (EU) | 5-year or 12000 hour light source |
| User manual | https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/m403w/M403W_manual_ENG.pdf | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/883be603-99a2-4b9e-96fe-36fe3f4eae3e.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Soft case, Vga cable, Remote, Batteries, Cd rom | Projector, Remote, Power cord, Battery, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | IR | IR |