Leica Cine Play 1

MSRP$3,795

Brand	Leica · Cine
Type	Portable
Resolution	4K UHD (1080p pixel shift)
HDR formats	Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
Imaging technology	DLP
Light source type	RGB triple laser
Claimed brightness (non-standard)	3,000
Throw ratio	0.9–1.5:1
Input lag (rated)	1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 12 ms

A single-chip 0.47-inch DLP projector with a direct triple RGB laser, 4K output from four-position pixel shifting, a rated 3,000 lumens, a Summicron zoom lens with a 0.9 to 1.5 throw ratio, autofocus and automatic keystone correction. It runs VIDAA U7.6, has two HDMI 2.1 inputs (one eARC), DLP-Link 3D, two 10 W speakers and Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG.

Data sheet

Picture

Imaging technology	DLP
Technology brand	DLP
Number of imaging devices	1
Chip / panel diagonal	0.47 in
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Native resolution	1920 × 1080
Pixel shift	XPR 4-way
Addressable resolution	3840 × 2160
Dynamic contrast	2,000,000:1
Dynamic light control	Laser dimming
BT.2020 gamut	100%
Filmmaker Mode	Yes
Greyscale control points	20
HDR formats	Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
Tone mapping type	Dynamic
Frame interpolation (MEMC)	Yes
Input lag (rated)	1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 12 ms
Auto low-latency mode	Yes
3D support	Yes
3D sync method	DLP-Link
3D formats	Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom
Glasses included	0

Optics

Throw ratio	0.9–1.5:1
Projection distance table	75″: 1.5–2.5 m · 100″: 2–3.3 m · 150″: 3–5 m · 300″: 6–9.95 m
Zoom type	Optical
Zoom ratio	1.7×
Focus	Auto
Motorized lens shift	No
Focal length	9–15 mm
F-number	2–2.3
Interchangeable lens	No
Image size range	65–300 in

Light source

Light source type	RGB triple laser
Light source detail	Direct triple RGB laser
Light source life	Rated: 25,000 h
Laser wavelengths	R 643 nm, G 525 nm, B 465 nm
Claimed brightness (non-standard)	3,000
Claimed brightness unit	Unspecified
Brightness by mode	Ultra: 3,000 lm

Audio

Speaker power	20 W
Speaker count	2
Audio channels	Stereo
DTS	Yes
Audio outputs	3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth
HDMI eARC	Yes
Bluetooth speaker mode	Yes
Bluetooth audio out	Yes

Inputs, control & connectivity

Max input signal	3840 × 2160
HDMI port count	2
HDMI ports (feature-level)	HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, eARC; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1
USB media playback	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth version	5.3
Ethernet	Yes
Autofocus	When moved
Auto keystone	Yes
Screen fit / alignment	Yes
Obstacle avoidance	Yes
Eye-protection sensor	Yes

Firmware / software

Smart OS	VIDAA
OS version	U7.6
Netflix	Native
Casting	AirPlay 2
Update policy	Security updates for 4 years from the VIDAA OS launch date; OTA updates

Environment & power

Operating temperature	5–35°C
Operating humidity	25–75%RH
High-altitude mode	Yes
Operating orientations	Table, Ceiling
Rated voltage	100–240 V
Rated frequency	50–60 Hz
Power consumption by mode	Standard: 180 W
Standby power	0.5 W
Networked standby power	2 W
Power supply	External brick
Fan noise (sound pressure)	System: 29 dB(A)
Noise measurement distance	1 m

Physical & installation

Width	261 mm
Depth	242 mm
Height	229 mm
Weight	6.7 kg
Exhaust / intake direction	Rear
Colours / finishes	Metal grey

Support & ownership

Warranty	🇺🇸 US 3 yr Projector Reviews lists a 1-year limited warranty, which conflicts with Leica US and the Leica Quick Start (3 years). The Leica Quick Start (Leica Smart Projection GmbH) gives a 3-year warranty from the day of sale by an authorized dealer, and also mentions product registration for a three-year extended warranty.
User manual	https://leica-camera.com/sites/default/files/pm-13137-Leica-Cine-Play-1-Quick-Start-Guide---Warranty-Conditions_all-languages.pdf
Photobiological risk group	RG2
Laser product class	Class 1
Safety & market certifications	CE, UKCA, IMAX Enhanced

In the box

Box contents	Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Power supply, Accessory bag, Operating instructions, Warranty card
Remote type	Bluetooth
3D glasses in box	0

Tools

Throw calculator — How far from the screen the Cine Play 1 needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 0.9–1.5:1 lens.
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Variants & identifiers

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Variant	Region	Type	Code
Metal Grey (US)	🇺🇸 US	EAN	4022243303041
Metal Grey (US)	🇺🇸 US	MPN	30304
Metal Grey (EU)	🇪🇺 EU	MPN	30197
Metal Grey (AE)	🇦🇪 AE	MPN	30303
Metal Grey (AU / SG)	🇦🇺 AU	MPN	30305
Like-new listing	🇺🇸 US	ASIN	B0G1GLXF99
Bundle with Floor Stand 1	🇺🇸 US	ASIN	B0G3CKR94S

Reviews

Date	Title	Publication
February 18, 2025	Leica Cine Play 1 Projector Review	Projector Reviews
January 13, 2025	Leica Cine Play 1 review	What Hi-Fi?
December 6, 2024	Leica Cine Play 1 Projector Review	Trusted Reviews
November 11, 2024	Leica Cine Play 1 projector review	Inside CI
November 8, 2024	Leica Cine Play 1 review: a 4K laser projector for image purists	Son-Video