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Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs Epson Home Cinema 2350
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs Epson Home Cinema 2350: 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 2350 are both standard-throw projectors in a similar price range. The Epson Home Cinema 2350 is brighter — 2,800 vs 1,000 lumens. The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 can sit closer to the screen (throw ratio from 1.00 vs 1.32). Both cost about $999. For gaming, the Epson Home Cinema 2350 has the lower input lag at 20 ms.
| Spec | Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 | Epson Home Cinema 2350 |
|---|---|---|
| Throw ratio | 1 | 1.32–2.15 |
| Brightness | 1,000 lumens | 2,800 lumens |
| Resolution | 1080p | 4K PRO-UHD |
| HDR | Yes | Yes |
| Light source | laser | lamp |
| Input lag | 111 ms | 20 ms |
| Price | ~$999 | ~$999 |
Throw distance: Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs Epson Home Cinema 2350
How far each projector must sit from the screen for the same image size.
| Screen | Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 | Epson Home Cinema 2350 |
|---|---|---|
| 80″ | 5.8 ft | 7.7–12.5 ft |
| 100″ | 7.3 ft | 9.6–15.6 ft |
| 120″ | 8.7 ft | 11.5–18.7 ft |
| 150″ | 10.9 ft | 14.4–23.4 ft |
Which should you buy?
- • Choose the Epson Home Cinema 2350 if a brighter picture in ambient light matters most.
- • Choose the Epson Home Cinema 2350 for gaming — lower input lag means more responsive play.
Frequently asked questions
The Epson Home Cinema 2350 is brighter, rated at 2,800 lumens versus 1,000 lumens.
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