Sony VPL-XW5000ES

Product highlights:

• Featured in our article: Best home theater projectors for 2025

Picture:

• three 0.61″ SXRD panels with 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels each)
• Z-Phosphor™ laser light source delivers ultra-pure light with zero maintenance for years
• High Dynamic Range (HDR10, HLG) for extended picture contrast and brightness with HDR sources
• widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
• recommended image size: 60″ to 300″
• throw ratio: 1.38:1 to 2.21:1
• light output: 2,000 ANSI lumens
• X1 Ultimate video processor enables Dynamic HDR Enhancer and Super Resolution
  • dual database processing reduces noise and improves upscaling
• TRILUMINOS™ technology for a wider color range
  • covers 95% of the DCI-P3 color space
• Motionflow frame interpolation for improved motion clarity on 4K and HD sources
• IMAX Enhanced certification for improved performance with IMAX Enhanced 4K/HDR content
• Gaming Mode reduces input lag for better video game performance
  • supports 4K at 60Hz with an input lag under 21ms
  • supports 2K at 120Hz with an input lag under 13ms

Image adjustments:

• 1.6X manual zoom
• lens shift: horizontal +/-25% and vertical +/-71%

Connections:

• 2 HDMI 2.0b inputs
  • both inputs are HDCP 2.3 compatible for connecting to a 4K video source
  • to view 4K and HDR content from connected sources, use a compatible high-bandwidth HDMI cable
• RJ-45 LAN port supports network monitoring and control protocols
• USB Type-A input for firmware updates
• 9-pin RS-232C port for external control of the projector via compatible computer or third-party control device
• 3.5mm 12V trigger output for controlling a motorized screen or other device
• 3.5mm IR input for use with an external IR receiver
• detachable power cord

General features:

• laser diode light source lasts up to 20,000 hours
• ultra-quiet cooling fan (24 dB)
• supports integration with Control4, Crestron, Savant, AMX, OvrC, and Domotz systems
• illuminated remote control
• can be placed on a tabletop or ceiling-mounted (mounting bracket sold separately)
• this projector does not include any type of built-in TV tuner
• 18-1/8″W x 7-7/8″H x 18-5/8″D
• weight: 28 lbs.
• warranty: 3 years parts & labor