Head-to-head
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs Epson Home Cinema 2250
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs Epson Home Cinema 2250: throw ratio, brightness, resolution, input lag and price, side by side — and which to buy.
Quick verdict
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 and Epson Home Cinema 2250 are both standard-throw projectors in a similar price range. The Epson Home Cinema 2250 is brighter — 2,700 vs 1,000 lumens. The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 can sit closer to the screen (throw ratio from 1.00 vs 1.34). Both cost about $999. For gaming, the Epson Home Cinema 2250 has the lower input lag at 27 ms.
| Spec | Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 | Epson Home Cinema 2250 |
|---|---|---|
| Throw ratio | 1 | 1.34–2.17 |
| Brightness | 1,000 lumens | 2,700 lumens |
| Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| HDR | Yes | Yes |
| Light source | laser | lamp |
| Input lag | 111 ms | 27 ms |
| Price | ~$999 | ~$999 |
Throw distance: Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs Epson Home Cinema 2250
How far each projector must sit from the screen for the same image size.
| Screen | Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 | Epson Home Cinema 2250 |
|---|---|---|
| 80″ | 5.8 ft | 7.8–12.6 ft |
| 100″ | 7.3 ft | 9.7–15.8 ft |
| 120″ | 8.7 ft | 11.7–18.9 ft |
| 150″ | 10.9 ft | 14.6–23.6 ft |
Which should you buy?
- • Choose the Epson Home Cinema 2250 if a brighter picture in ambient light matters most.
- • Choose the Epson Home Cinema 2250 for gaming — lower input lag means more responsive play.
Frequently asked questions
The Epson Home Cinema 2250 is brighter, rated at 2,700 lumens versus 1,000 lumens.
More comparisons
Not sure which projector fits your room? Calculate the throw distance for your screen.
Open the calculator →Updated