NEC ME331X vs Optoma ZW350ST
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| NEC ME331X MSRP $1,079 | Optoma ZW350ST MSRP $999 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | — |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 1 |
| Chip / panel model | — | S450 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.63 in | 0.65 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1024 × 768 | 1280 × 800 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.3–2.2:1 | 0.52:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 1.62–2.72 m · 80″: 2.18–3.64 m · 100″: 2.73–4.56 m · 120″: 3.29–5.49 m · 150″: 4.12–6.87 m · 200″: 5.51–9.17 m · 300″: 8.29–13.78 m | 30″: 0.34 m · 40″: 0.45 m · 50″: 0.56 m · 60″: 0.67 m · 70″: 0.79 m · 80″: 0.9 m · 90″: 1.01 m · 100″: 1.12 m · 120″: 1.35 m · 150″: 1.68 m · 180″: 2.02 m · 200″: 2.24 m · 250″: 2.81 m · 300″: 3.37 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | None |
| Zoom ratio | 1.7× | 1× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | — |
| Fixed offset | 15.6%Derived | 115% |
| Focal length | 17.5–29 mm | 7.51 mm |
| F-number | 1.7–2.1 | 2.8 |
| Interchangeable lens | No | — |
| Image size range | 30–300 in | 30–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | -15–15° |
| Horizontal keystone | -30–30° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | 235 W AC lamp, replacement model NP43LP (NP16LP also listed) | Laser |
| Lamp wattage | 235 W | — |
| Light source life | Eco mode off: 4,000 h · Normal: 5,000 h · Eco: 9,000 h | Rated: 30,000 h |
| Warm-up time | 6 s | — |
| Cool-down time | — | 90 s |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 3,300 lm | — |
| ANSI lumens | 3,300 lm | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 3,600 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Brightness by mode | High bright: 3,300 lm · Normal: 2,475 lm · Eco: 1,980 lm | — |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | — | 75% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 12,000:1 | 2,000,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | — |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 30 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Picture mode memories | 7 | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 17 ms |
| 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 | — |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI, HDCP supported (DEEP COLOR, LIP SYNC); HDMI 2: HDMI, HDCP supported (DEEP COLOR, LIP SYNC) | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4a; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4a |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5mm stereo in, Rca stereo in | — |
| 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 | Yes |
| PJLink class | Class 1 | — |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | Crestron |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | Yes |
| 3D sync method | — | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | — | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential, Frame packing |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Eco: 29 dB(A) · Normal: 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 | 2,600 m | 2,500 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear, 360° |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 309 W | 139 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 230 W · Eco: 193 W · High bright: 297 W | Eco 110vac: 100 W · Bright 110vac: 140 W · Eco 220vac: 98 W · Bright 220vac: 139 W |
| Standby power | 0.45 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | 2.3 W | — |
| Power supply | — | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 339 mm | 274 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm | 216 mm |
| Height | 109 mm | 114 mm |
| Weight | 2.9 kg | 3 kg |
| Ingress protection | — | IP6X |
| Colours / finishes | — | White |
| Sealed optical engine | — | Yes |
| Air filter | Replaceable | — |
| 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 1 yr |
| Light-source warranty | EU: 6 months, max. 1000 hrs | 5 years or 12,000 hours |
| User manual | https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/me361w/ME361W_manual_ENG_v3.pdf | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/02387d20-4b12-4d04-97e4-be316b803cf2.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote control, Vga cable, Quick setup guide, Security sticker, User manual cd | Power cord, Remote, Battery, User manual |
| Remote type | IR | IR |