Epson Lifestudio Flex
MSRP$849.99
| Brand | Epson · Lifestudio |
| Type | Lifestyle |
| Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG |
| Imaging technology | 3LCD |
| Light source type | LED |
| ISO light output | 700 lm |
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 |
A portable Full HD 3LCD projector with an RGB LED light source rated at 700 lumens, a built-in tilting stand, Google TV and stereo speakers tuned by Bose. It suits casual living-room and lifestyle use, with automatic keystone, focus, screen-fit and obstacle handling for images up to 150 inches. It has a single HDMI input with eARC/ARC and one USB-A port; the 4K pixel-shift sibling is the Lifestudio Flex Plus (EF-72).
Data sheet
Picture
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.62 in | |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Pixel shift | None | |
| Dynamic contrast | 5,000,000:1 | |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | |
| Colour management system | 6-axis | |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | |
| Max HDR input | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | |
| Projection distance table | 80″: 2.13–7.16 m · 100″: 2.68–8.96 m · 120″: 3.2–10.79 m · 150″: 4.02–13.47 m | |
| Zoom type | Digital | |
| Zoom ratio | 3.33× | |
| Focus | Auto | |
| Focal length | 16.6 mm | |
| F-number | 1.6 | |
| Image size range | 30–150 in | |
| Vertical keystone | -20–20° | |
| Horizontal keystone | -20–20° |
Light source
| Light source type | LED | |
| Light source detail | RGB LED | |
| Light source life | High: 20,000 h · Eco: 20,000 h | |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | |
| ISO light output | 700 lm ISO 21118 | ISO 21118 |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 700 lm (colour) IDMS 15.4 | IDMS 15.4 |
Audio
| Speaker power | 10 W | |
| Speaker count | 2 | |
| Audio channels | Stereo | |
| Audio partner | Bose | |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC | |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes |
Inputs, control & connectivity
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | |
| HDMI port count | 1 | |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 1.4, eARC | |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23.98–60 Hz | |
| USB media playback | Yes | |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | |
| Autofocus | When moved | |
| Auto keystone | Yes | |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Tilt up deg: 90 · Tilt down deg: 15 · Swivel left deg: 90 · Swivel right deg: 90 |
Firmware / software
| Smart OS | Google TV | |
| OS version | Android 14 | |
| Netflix | Native | |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | |
| Update policy | Software updates provided for 7 years from purchase (Epson UK legal statement) |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | |
| Operating orientations | Table, Rear | |
| Rated voltage | 90–264 V | |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | |
| Power consumption (max) | 137 W | |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 137 W · Quiet: 87 W | |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | |
| Power supply | External brick | |
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 28 dB(A) · Eco: 23 dB(A) |
Physical & installation
| Width | 190 mm | |
| Depth | 190 mm | |
| Height | 248 mm | |
| Weight | 4 kg | |
| Colours / finishes | White | |
| Tripod socket | No |
Support & ownership
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 5 yr or 12,000 h US warranty covers the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. The US spec sheet and product page also say 2-year limited warranty. | |
| User manual | https://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_EF72_EN_EAI.pdf | |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC |
In the box
| Box contents | Projector, Power adapter, Power cord, Remote, Batteries | |
| Remote type | Voice |
Tools
- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the Lifestudio Flex needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 1.2:1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White, US | 🇺🇸 US | ASIN | B0FNGR811D |
| MPN | V11HB79020 | ||
| Diamond White, UK | 🇬🇧 GB | MPN | V11HB79040 |
| Hong Kong | 🇭🇰 HK | MPN | V11HB79060 |
| Korea | 🇰🇷 KR | MPN | V11HB79051 |
| All variants | All regions | Model number | EF-71 |
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Sources
- Epson Lifestudio Flex specification sheet (CPD-70577-FP 9/25)
- Epson EF-72/EF-71/EF-62/EF-61 User's Guide
- Epson Lifestudio Flex EF-71 (UK product page)
- Epson Lifestudio Pop, Pop Plus, Flex, Flex Plus Notices
- Epson Lifestudio Flex projector, white, Full HD (US product page)
- Epson America two-year projector limited warranty
- Epson Lifestudio Flex EF71 support page (US)
Also known as
Other names this exact model is sold under.
| Lifestudio Flex EF-71 | All regions | Regional model |
| V11HB79040 | 🇬🇧 GB | Regional model |
| V11HB79060 | 🇭🇰 HK | Regional model |
| V11HB79051 | 🇰🇷 KR | Regional model |