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Epson LS12000 4K Pro-UHD Laser LCD Projector Review Test Bench

Test Bench

Measurements were taken in a variety of conditions, with the bulk of them using the Cinema picture preset. Calibration was performed with dynamic laser modes disabled. Contrast ratio measurements were done in various modes as noted. A 110-inch diagonal 1.78:1 Stewart Studiotek 130 (G4) screen (1.3 gain) was used for all viewing and measurements.

Full on/off contrast was measured with a Minolta T-10 meter approximately 1 meter away from the lens face. I tested the projector in various dynamic laser modes (Normal and Fast) for dynamic contrast measurements. Refer to the table for details on the contrast results and measurements at different average display levels. Native sequential contrast varied based on projector throw with the peak reading of 5,266:1 reflecting the longest throw. The table lists the contrast in the shortest throw in calibrated Cinema mode to represent the native contrast level of the projector's LCD panels. I did not conduct ADL measurements for the different modes due to the nature of the Epson's dimming performance.

Calibration reports were captured from a workflow in Portrait Displays' Calman 2020 calibration software. SDR calibration was measured with REC.709 and a 2.4 gamma for targets.

The BT.709 color gamut was marginal, with a peak Delta E (dE) of 7 and an average of 4. Post-calibration results were much improved, with a peak dE of 2.6 and an average of 1 for the grayscale/gamma, and a peak of 3.5 and average of 1.1 for color tracking. Red tracking at 75% saturation was non-linear compared to the rest of the gamut tracking and was the only point that exceeded a dE of 3. The rest of the luminance and saturation values throughout the inner gamut were much better. Grayscale/gamma before calibration had an average dE of 6.2 but an average of 1 after calibration with no level exceeding a dE of 3. Overall, this is very good performance and in-line with other projectors at this price point.–KRD

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Submitted by Billy on June 11, 2022 - 5:48am

As much as I like to see the price of decent quality projectors come down, I think they should have done it years ago. Too much greed for what was offered. Now, the flat panel display is going to take over the industry. Outside of a fine glass lensed, 50K projector, I really can't see one that can look anywhere near as good as a 600 dollar Walmart 70 inch 4K direct view TV. I can see a day in the near future where a 120 inch flat panel sells for a few grand (85 inches are already a third of that on sale). Except for areas where a flat panel will not fit in the door, the projector is dead in the water. Why are projectors sooo much more expensive than a flat panel? It is not like there is any more tech in them vs a big box store TV. I have had a full bore home theater with two levels of seating and a 130 inch screen since the dawn of the century. Let me tell ya kiddos, cost me plenty. Today I rarely walk down the stairs to the basement as the cheap LG in my den looks so much better in all ways than my top flight Sony projector. Maybe if 20 years ago the projector people had gotten off their high horse and stopped trying to sell for huge profits and had come out with affordable stuff, they would be mainstream today. Time has passed them by. Just another victim of corporate greed aimed at short term profits.

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Submitted by joeden89 on March 28, 2024 - 8:45pm

Epson's LS12000 projector delivers impressive image punch, clarity, and contrast, enhancing most content viewing experiences. However, its HDR performance falls short due to the absence of dynamic tone mapping. Despite this drawback, the projector remains a compelling option for those seeking high-quality visual experiences. With its advanced features and reliable performance, the Epson LS12000 is a solid choice for home entertainment setups and professional presentations. For those needing assistance with literature assignments or any academic tasks, consider seeking help from reputable sources. Professional services can provide valuable support and guidance to ensure success in your studies. Don't hesitate to explore options like Literature Assignment Help" to access reliable assistance and achieve your academic goals with confidence.

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