Epson introduces new LS500 UST 4K laser TV (1 Viewer)

[Martin Dew]

Epson has introduced the EpiqVision Ultra LS500 4K PRO-UHD laser projection TV. With Android TV onboard, the new units – available as both black and white models – include an ambient light-rejecting screen at either 100 inches ($4,999 package price) or 120 inches ($5,999 package price).
“More than ever, people want great experiences at home. And having a 120-inch 4K PRO-UHD screen on your wall – is the ultimate TV viewing experience,” said Rodrigo Catalan, senior product manager, projectors, Epson...

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[John Dirk]

Thanks for another nice writeup, Martin - Not sure what to make of this entry yet as Epson is remarkably mute concerning it's specs. Even on their own product page I saw no mention of true pixel count or anything about the optics but, based on other sources, I believe it's still a pixel-shifter. I would also be a bit wary of purchasing a projector [that's what it is, Epson] that includes it's own screen as there is nothing wrong with the one I already have.

I do think this line of product reveals what manufacturers see as the future of the big screen experience at home. We've been seeing more and more of these short throw designs every since the LG CineBeam line was introduced. 120 inches is a little too small for my taste.

 

[Robert_Zohn]

I second John's statement, excellent write-up! Thank you Martin!

Love Epson's new LS500! Picture quality is excellent as is the 4,000 nit peak luminance and love the 3 LCD image so this is not a DLP chip. It's also priced very well considering the specs and performance.

The only downside is the throw distance that requires the projector to be positioned about 3' from the screen to fill a 100" 16:9 screen. Comes in black or white and can be easily ceiling mounted.

 

[Martin Dew]

Thanks for your kind comments, gentlemen!

John, the manufacturers are definitely marketing these bright UST projectors as TV replacements, rather than dedicated room projectors, and therefore the slightly misleading term 'laser tv'. It will be interesting to see if these products seriously extend into dark room territory and variable zoom capability in the years ahead.

 

[John Dirk]

So now I see Samsung has entered the UST projector arena and their entry even supports HDR 10 Plus! My question is this. If these manufacturers are all able to produce 3-chip laser designs in the $6000.00 range then can we expect to see standard long throw 4K laser options soon in this price category? That would be a game changer for me.