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Anker Nebula Mars 3 vs Epson Home Cinema 2150
Anker Nebula Mars 3 vs Epson Home Cinema 2150: throw ratio, brightness, resolution, input lag and price, side by side — and which to buy.
Quick verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars 3 and Epson Home Cinema 2150 are both standard-throw projectors in a similar price range. The Epson Home Cinema 2150 is brighter — 2,500 vs 1,000 lumens. The Anker Nebula Mars 3 can sit closer to the screen (throw ratio from 1.20 vs 1.33). The Anker Nebula Mars 3 costs less — about $800 vs $899.
| Spec | Anker Nebula Mars 3 | Epson Home Cinema 2150 |
|---|---|---|
| Throw ratio | 1.2 | 1.33–2.16 |
| Brightness | 1,000 lumens | 2,500 lumens |
| Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| HDR | Yes | No |
| Light source | LED | lamp |
| Input lag | — | 28 ms |
| Price | ~$800 | ~$899 |
Throw distance: Anker Nebula Mars 3 vs Epson Home Cinema 2150
How far each projector must sit from the screen for the same image size.
| Screen | Anker Nebula Mars 3 | Epson Home Cinema 2150 |
|---|---|---|
| 80″ | 7.0 ft | 7.7–12.6 ft |
| 100″ | 8.7 ft | 9.7–15.7 ft |
| 120″ | 10.5 ft | 11.6–18.8 ft |
| 150″ | 13.1 ft | 14.5–23.5 ft |
Which should you buy?
- • Choose the Epson Home Cinema 2150 if a brighter picture in ambient light matters most.
- • Choose the Anker Nebula Mars 3 if you want to spend less for similar core performance.
Frequently asked questions
The Epson Home Cinema 2150 is brighter, rated at 2,500 lumens versus 1,000 lumens.
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