Sony VPL-XW6100ES
MSRP$18,999
| Brand | Sony · Home Cinema (ES) |
| Type | Home cinema |
| Released | November 2024 |
| Resolution | 4K UHD |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG |
| Imaging technology | LCoS |
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 2,700 |
| Throw ratio | 1.34–2.87:1 |
| Input lag (rated) | 3840×2160 @ 120 Hz: 21 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 13 ms |
A native 4K laser home cinema projector with three 0.61-inch SXRD panels, a motorized 2.1x zoom lens with wide lens shift and a 2,700-lumen rating. It has two HDMI 2.1 inputs for 4K/120 gaming, supports HDR10 and HLG but not 3D, and suits dedicated rooms with a screen of up to 300 inches.
Data sheet
Picture
| Imaging technology | LCoS | |
| Technology brand | SXRD | |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.61 in | |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9Derived | |
| Native resolution | 3840 × 2160 | |
| Optical system description | Wide Dynamic Range Optics with an Advanced Crisp-Focused (ACF) lens: 70 mm aspherical front lens and a floating focus system using two moving lens groups and extra-low dispersion glass | |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | Zone | |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | |
| DCI-P3 gamut | 95% | |
| Colour temperature presets | D93, D65, D55, Custom | |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom | |
| Colour management system | 6-axis | |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | |
| Tone-mapping brand name | XR Dynamic Tone Mapping | |
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | |
| Interpolation at 4K | Yes | |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 120 Hz · 3840×2160: 120 Hz · 4096×2160: 120 Hz | |
| Input lag (rated) | 3840×2160 @ 120 Hz: 21 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 13 ms | |
| Auto low-latency mode | Yes | |
| 3D support | No |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 1.34–2.87:1 | |
| Throw reference point | Lens | |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 1.78–3.75 m · 80″: 2.38–5.02 m · 100″: 2.99–6.28 m · 120″: 3.6–7.55 m · 150″: 4.51–9.45 m · 170″: 5.12–10.72 m · 200″: 6.03–12.62 m · 250″: 7.54–15.78 m · 300″: 9.06–18.95 m 1.78:1 (16:9) image; wide to tele; measured from the front of the lens. Sony also gives L = 0.030347 x D - 0.0478 (min) and L = 0.063337 x D - 0.0448 (max), D in inches, L in metres. | 1.78:1 (16:9) image; wide to tele; measured from the front of the lens. Sony also gives L = 0.030347 x D - 0.0478 (min) and L = 0.063337 x D - 0.0448 (max), D in inches, L in metres. |
| Zoom type | Optical | |
| Zoom ratio | 2.1× | |
| Focus | Motorized | |
| Vertical lens shift | ±85% | |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±36% | |
| Motorized lens shift | Yes | |
| F-number | 2.5–3.24 | |
| Interchangeable lens | No | |
| Image size range | 60–300 in | |
| Lens memory | 5 | |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt |
Light source
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | |
| Light source detail | Laser diode | |
| Light source life | Unspecified: 20,000 h | |
| Life definition | Unspecified | |
| Light-source dimming | Dynamic frame | |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 2,700 | |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified |
Audio
Inputs, control & connectivity
| Max input signal | 4096 × 2160 | |
| HDMI port count | 2 | |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 (ALLM); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 (ALLM) | |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 26.97–270 kHz | |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23.98–120 Hz | |
| RS-232 | Yes | |
| LAN control | Yes | |
| Wired IR input | Yes | |
| 12 V trigger | Yes | |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Control4, Crestron, Savant | |
| Ethernet | Yes |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling | |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | |
| Power consumption (max) | 380 W | |
| Standby power | 0.3 W | |
| Networked standby power | 0.5 W | |
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Rated: 26 dB(A) | |
| Noise measurement standard | Unspecified |
Physical & installation
| Width | 460 mm | |
| Depth | 517 mm | |
| Height | 210 mm | |
| Weight | 14 kg | |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Rear | |
| Colours / finishes | Black, White |
Support & ownership
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr third-party listing | |
| User manual | https://helpguide.sony.net/vpl/xw8100/v1/en/index.html | |
| Safety & market certifications | IMAX Enhanced |
In the box
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Lens cap, Power cord, Setup guide |
Tools
- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the VPL-XW6100ES needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 1.34–2.87:1 lens.
- Download spec as CSV — Every value on this data sheet with its unit and source, one row per spec.
- Download spec as JSON — The same data from the open data API, with variants and identifiers.
Variants & identifiers
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| Variant | Region | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black, US | 🇺🇸 US | ASIN | B0DGRCB57X |
| MPN | VPL-XW6100ES | ||
| Black, AU | 🇦🇺 AU | Regional code | VPL-XW6100B |
| White, EU | 🇪🇺 EU | EAN | 4548736162457 |
| MPN | VPL-XW6100/W |
Reviews
| Date | Title | Publication |
|---|---|---|
| — | Sony Bravia Projector 8 (VPL-XW6100ES) review | What Hi-Fi? |
Video reviews
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Sources
- What Hi-Fi?
- Sony VPL-XW8100/XW6100/XW5100 Help Guide: Specifications
- Sony VPL-XW6100ES BRAVIA Projector 8 specification sheet (Value Electronics dealer PDF)
- Sony VPL-XW8100/XW6100/XW5100 Help Guide (printable PDF, 5-061-755-12(2))
- What Hi-Fi?
- Sony Australia Product Flash, VPL-XW6100ES (copy hosted by videopro.com.au)
- ProjectorCentral: Sony VPL-XW6100ES-B specifications
Also known as
Other names this exact model is sold under.
| BRAVIA Projector 8 | All regions | Marketing name |
| VPL-XW6100B | 🇦🇺 AU | Regional model |