Epson - Home Cinema 5050UB (V11H930020)
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Last updated: Dec 13, 2025 Scoring
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"best bang for buck was the Epson 5050UB ... About 1/3 the price used and about 90% of the picture quality of the LS12000. ... 5050UB is just best bang for the buck in regards to features and picture. ... For me I was on a budget and bought it used with less than 1000 hours on the unit for $1200. So that is nearly 1/4 cost of the ls12000"
"The 5050UB has been long stated to be one of the best values for quality in the industry"
"kept over $8500 in my packet"
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"Well, the Epson 5050ub crushed the other 2 projectors in CONTRAST. ... While, even the BenQ 4550i looked like mud in space scenes and any dark scene. The epson is brighter in HDR, and the black floor as well as blacks are just so much better."
"I’ve got the Epson 5050ub in the basement theater, it’s completely light controlled, and it’s an awesome projector if you’ve got the space for a long throw projector and you can adequately control the light."
"noticeably better contrast than your TW7300 ... won’t match Epson’s dark-room capabilities"
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"I like the fact that I can use the Epson Lens memory to easily adjust the lens to any aspect ratio. ... I don’t think I’d ever buy a projector without lens memory."
"Secondly, the lens shift on the epson is insanely good. ... I can move the image like entire feet instead of inches."
"the lens shift / zoom is amazing"
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"I am coming from Epson 5050UB, i even have two. I would not even have looked into alternatives if it wasn't for Epson dropping 3D."
"the last epson prosumer with 3d"
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"Secondly, the lens shift on the epson is insanely good. ... I can move the image like entire feet instead of inches."
"the lens shift / zoom is amazing"
"crazy good zoom and lens shift"
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"Epson projectors also all have loud fans; I'm an Epson owner myself. I have to run mine on 70% power to shut the fan up otherwise it sounds like a vacuum cleaner."
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"the projector requires full light control and darkness to be enjoyable so it’s more dedicated/committed experience."
"Also, as you mentioned ambient light is a concern, even the brightest projectors only look good in a light controlled room. ... I’m assuming since your kid is playing with blocks in the room where the projector will be there is no lack of ambient light, which would make viewing the projector not as enjoyable as a large tv."
"You need near total darkness for the cheaper ones to look decent"
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"The 5050UB has been long stated to be one of the best values for quality in the industry, but it is long overdue for a laser update to it."
"Its cos theyre old models that while known to produce good/great images theyve never been innovative. ... That means they suck power, dont have any recent tech."
"I would not even have looked into alternatives if it wasn't for Epson dropping 3D."
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"HDR content on these Epson's is borderline unwatchable especially with darker scenes."
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"Would've bought another Epson 5050UB, too--but its throw is too long for the room =("
Honestly a room this nice you might want to just hire an integrator. It’s more expensive but it will be done right. The other option is to set up a video call with audio advice or dream media and show them the room and have them give you options. If you’re hands on and somewhat tech savvy it’s not hard to diy especially if the wires are already run Edit on second glance it doesn’t look like there’s runs for Atmos speakers or even surrounds. I guess the better question is what is your budget and what are you looking for? Edit 2: I read some of your other replies The cheapest projector I would reccomend is an Epson 5050ub. It’s 4k but with pixel shifting. It’s decent but you can do much better and it will run you about 2-3k. You can definitely go cheaper but you’re better off asking in r/projectors than here. Most of us are snobs about our image quality here. The next step up gives you real 4k wnd HDR and much better image quality. The Epson LS1200 is the most affordable of these at 4 grand. The new Sony projectors and JVC are fantastic if you can spend more
r/hometheater • Bought a house with a home theater with theater seating and screen. Seller is taking all of the audio gear and projector. Never had a theater and don’t know anything about projectors. Any recommendations? ->Same. I’ve had mine for four years and it’s amazing.
r/projectors • Bought an expensive and a cheap projector. Time to see which one I keep ->I have a 5050ub and was thinking of upgrading to a nz700. Worth it? Noticeable?
r/hometheater • Oled to Projector... ->Epson projector 5050UB 4K pro HD
r/projectors • What projector do you have and are you happy with it? ->Sorry Epson projector 5050UB 4K pro HD
r/projectors • What projector do you have and are you happy with it? ->If only the 5050 would stop going up in price. I almost pulled the trigger on one for 2500 at one point but figured it would continue to go down in price. Boy was I wrong it’s up to 3700 now and I just can’t understand how a 6 year old electronic device has just continued to cost more.
r/projectors • Best projector under 1,500$ - The Hook Up comparison ->I would go with the w4100i as a good option for home theater and a little bit of gaming. For more toward the gaming side, go for the TK710. If your space allows it, I would actually choose the LS9000 over any of these and it's at a reasonable price. If you can reach it, the ls12000 is absolutely phenomenal. Best for $1000 - eBay refurbished Benq Ht3550 Best for $1500 - ebay refurbished Benq HT4550i Best for $2000 Gaming - Benq tk710. If you are more toward movies but have a 2000 budget, go for the Benq W2720i Best for $2500 - refurbished Epson 5050ub Best for $3000 - Benq W4100i Best for $4000 - Epson ls9000 Best for $4500 - Epson LS11000. It would be a tough call between this and the ls9000 because 11000 has more lumens but 9000 has better contrast. Best for $5000 - You can probably find a Native 4K Sony XW5000es Best for $6000 - Epson LS12000, Benq W5800, or Sony XW5000es if you can't find it for $5000 I am like you too and want Laser. But Benqs LED is amazing and I would choose it over 90 percent of laser projectors. Unless you choose the Benq HT3550, I wouldn't consider lamp in 2025.
r/projectors • Guidance on New Projector ->Oh sorry, I didn't specify but the prices I put are in USD. I overlooked your budget, but let me give you some advice. If you want to go strictly under $2500, nothing can beat a 5050ub refurbished at that price point. What I would do is get a LS11000 refurbished at $3,100 USD which comes with a 2 year warranty because it's Epson refurbished, and that is the best bang for your buck. If you feel more comfortable, go with the Benq w4100i for $3000 which has a LED light source which I love. It won't be as good as the LS11000, but it will be more compact and better for short ceilings. It does have more lumens, but for a 110 inch screen, you won't need those lumens unless the lights are fully on. What I would do in my honest opinion, is just get a 100 or 98 inch tv. I was about to do that to my home theater, but I had space to upgrade to 120. If you can get 115+ then go projector.
r/projectors • Guidance on New Projector ->Have you watched hdr content? This is where the 5050ub really shines. Also, use digital cinema on high settings. Calibrate it if you can. You'll be surprised how good it can be!
r/projectors • Bought an expensive and a cheap projector. Time to see which one I keep ->Same here. I have a 77" C3 with a soundbar and a 5050UB with a 5.1 sound system. I usually watch movies with really good sound on the projector and ones with really good visuals on the OLED.
r/hometheater • So You’re Thinking About Switching to a Projector? ->I run a 5050ub at 135” in my living room. I game, watch movies, YouTube, anything and everything. I’ll likely never use a tv for my primary screen again.
r/projectors • Replace TV with Home Projectors ->I have a 110" screen paired with an Epson 5050UB and would choose that over a 100" TV every time if I could only have one. The projector looks great, but besides that, the experience feels different and more special when I lower the screen and watch on the projector. When I watch on the TV in the same room, it feels like I'm just watching TV instead of enjoying a moviegoing experience. Not to mention, watching a movie with a projector on a large screen is much easier on the eyes with its reflecting light vs. a TV's light blasting directly into my retinas. A large TV screen also produces more heat, which becomes very noticeable in a smaller room with the door closed. I love my TVs, don't get me wrong. But if I had to choose a 100" TV or 110" projector screen for movies, I'm going with the projector every time. I find immersion from more than just the screen size, even though the adjustable size is an awesome perk.
r/hometheater • Why are nice projectors still so expensive? ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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