Variation Reviewed: Epson LS800B EpiqVision 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector 4000 Lumen with Yamaha Soundbar - Black Laser TV

I have had this projector for a few months now and have really been enjoying the brightness in my living room.  This projector excels in rooms where there is ambient light, even without an ALR/CLR screen.  I am currently using it projecting onto a 135” grey screen and I have found the image more than acceptable.

The biggest selling points for me were:

1) Best in Class 0.16 throw ratio, allowing the projector to be right up against the wall - even with a very large image

2) Best in Class lag time of 17 msecs - very important for gaming responsiveness

3) Price - ranges from $3500-$3000 if you can find it on sale

4) Name brand - Epson supports its customers (see below)

My biggest issue with the projector is that it has an issue where it randomly turns itself on from stand- by. This is due to a conflict between the Wi-Fi controller and Android and Epson is working on a fix.  When I contacted Epson about the issue, they provided me a free Android dongle as a work around which had the added benefit of Netflix support. I just turned off the Wi-Fi and no more issues with random starts.

Are there projectors with better contrast and darker blacks? Sure, but in a room with a window, you can’t take advantage of that except at night. All in all, I highly recommend both the projector and Epson. It is especially good for rooms where the projection surface is a wall.  See the pictures below for an idea of the image quality.

The first 2 pictures below show the image quality onto a 135” grey screen with a 1.0 gain. The last 3 images show the image quality projected onto a white wall.

The last 3 show the ambient light level, and the projected image at the Epson’s lowest and highest output - projected onto a very wavy wall painted matte white.

         

The picture quality is bar none the best -bright, sharp, focused with lots of contrast that got even better when I paired it with an ambient light rejecting screen.

I did find a a few annoying things with the user interface.

Connection options for the sound and accessories are also lacking. No bluetooth?? No optical audio? I was though able to get the HDMI ARC to work with a Yamaha soundbar.

Despite some annoying things the picture quality is so darn impressive. I'll continue to see if this user interface will be difficult to use or if I'll get used to it.

The Epson LS800 laser TV is truly an exceptional projector, and I want to address some misconceptions in negative reviews. While it doesn't match the brightness and black levels of OLED TVs, it excels in handling ambient light, surpassing any other projector I've encountered.<br><br>To fully appreciate this projector, it's crucial to pair it with a UST ALR screen for significant ambient light usage. Without such a screen, the colors might appear washed out. Epson's bundled screen or options from companies like VividStorm with motorized UST ALR screens (around $2k) are ideal choices that make the picture look even better.<br><br>Regarding color output, the projector impresses with its natural-looking hues, avoiding the overly saturated settings often found in retail demos. I've adopted the color settings recommended by ProjectorCentral's in-depth review, ensuring a pleasing viewing experience.<br><br>As for throw length, it's essential to note that for a 100-inch screen, the projector's end is about 32 inches from the wall, and increases to slightly over three feet for a 120-inch screen. While it might be deeper than some AV cabinets, I managed to integrate it well into my room without major issues.<br><br>In conclusion, the Epson LS800 is an outstanding projector that handles ambient light effectively with the right screen choice. The Epson LS800 impresses with its performance and ability to accommodate larger screen sizes, making it an excellent addition to any home theater setup.

I love my projector. It's awesome! I definitely recommend it.

Variation Reviewed: Epson LS800B EpiqVision 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector 4000 Lumen with Yamaha Soundbar - Black Laser TV

At first I was a little skeptical bc I had just purchased an $80 led projector from Amazon and I was blown away with that. This LS800 is on par with some of the best LG OLED it puts my 55 inch to bed. After some tedious research I finally pullled the trigger on this $2799 purchase over the Black Friday holiday. I am extremely happy. I play a lot of video games and wanted the best of the best when it comes to input lag and this is the best on the market right now. No more of that annoying feeling when someone walks by as this is a UST. I’m currently using a 120 white screen which does not do it justice I’m going to get a motorized ALR ASAP I can see every imperfection with the so called wrinkle free screen $80 from Amazon. If your looking for that wow factor look no further this is it. Setup was alittle challenging but I find it best if you slight let the image go over the borders then walk it back with the keystone and your good to go.