BenQ W5850 vs Epson Pro Cinema LS12000

The BenQ W5850 fills a bigger picture from closer (throw ratio 1 vs 1.4). The Epson Pro Cinema LS12000 is brighter (2,700 lumens vs 2,600 lumens) and costs less ($5,999 vs $6,999).

Specs side by side

Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.

W5850Pro Cinema LS12000
Brightness2600 ANSI lumens2700 ANSI lumens
Resolution4K4K
Throw ratio1 – 1.61.35 – 2.84
HDMI inputs22
Size21×6×15 in21×8×18 in
Weight10.5 kg (23.1 lb)12.7 kg (28 lb)
MSRP$6,999 each (MSRP, September 2026)$5,999 each (MSRP, September 2026)

Every spec and pairing: BenQ W5850, Epson Pro Cinema LS12000.

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References

  1. BenQ W5850: Owner's manual, esupportdownload.benq.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. BenQ W5850: Spec sheet, benq.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. BenQ W5850: Independent measurement, projectorreviews.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  4. Epson Pro Cinema LS12000: Spec sheet, mediaserver.goepson.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  5. Epson Pro Cinema LS12000: Manufacturer product page, epson.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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