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Yep. This is my old Epson 8350 on a 120” Screen
Your model looks similar to the old 8350 in the USA which was a well regarded model.
The most direct replacement is the Epson 5050. Unfortunately, that uses a lamp instead of a laser for the light source, which is well out of date at this point.
Sticking with LCD, these are the models which are laser light sources and are decent replacements for what you have...
[https://www.projectorcentral.com/projectors.cfm?g=2&br=1500&br=4000&ar=16%3A9<g=101&mfg=Epson&oop=1#list](https://www.projectorcentral.com/projectors.cfm?g=2&br=1500&br=4000&ar=16%3A9<g=101&mfg=Epson&oop=1#list)
The LS series (LS9000, 11000, 12000) are the most direct replacements to what you've been using.
The fact they list 3840x2160 as a resolution is kind of meaningless as they are really 1080p models, and will accept 1080p just fine. They use pixel shifting to 'increase' the resolution, but work great with 1080p. At this point, getting the same lens quality of any projector which is similar to the TW5000, it will absolutely support 4K resolution as well.
Not sure how you respond to DLP projectors. Like Valerion or XGimi, but the Valerion models and XGimi Horizon 20 models are a decent consideration as well at this time.
I'd probably get a Horizon 20 Max if I were buying today.
Be aware that your throw distance is likely going to require the projector to be mounted in a new location unless you go with one of the LS series models from Epson. You can double check this on the Projector Central website. Measure your screen size (diagonal) and your throw distance (screen to lens) and that is what you need to achieve in the lens of whatever you buy, which may be outside the range of what other models can deliver.
[https://www.projectorcentral.com/Epson-Pro\_Cinema\_LS9000-projection-calculator-pro.htm](https://www.projectorcentral.com/Epson-Pro_Cinema_LS9000-projection-calculator-pro.htm)
Need projector advice — bright living room with sun exposure so leaning toward (3000+ lumens),
Hey all — been going down the projector rabbit hole and could use some real-world advice from people who’ve actually owned these. Im not new to projectors - had a epson 8350 for 8 years and was happy with it but want something better and brighter - recenlty broke (temp sensor) which is impossible to fix or get help to fix...
**My situation:**
* Condo has 10 ft windows so half the year sun does come in but can just put blinds down
* Not a blackout home theater — more like **day + night mixed use**
* Hav a 120" screen
* Mostly: sports, streaming, movies
* I care about it looking **clean/sharp and “wow” level**, not just “it works”
**What I’ve learned so far:**
* Anything under \~3000 lumens = basically useless in my space
* Cheap “Amazon 8K” stuff = trash
* Older used projectors are hit or miss depending on hours/brightness
**What I’m targeting:**
* **3000+ lumens minimum**
* Interested in what people say about **LASER** experiences and if shld target
* Ideally something that can **hold up in ambient light**
* Budget is flexible, but trying to stay **under \~$1500 (or LESS if there’s a great value play) - open to Used/Refurbished**
**What I’ve considered so far:**
* Epson LS800
* BenQ TK710STi
* Some used/refurb commercial lasers (BenQ LU series, etc.)
* Also looked at cheaper Epson refurbs (EX9270, etc.) but not sure
**Questions:**
1. What actually delivers that **“wow” factor in a bright room**? basic minimal requirements?
2. Any **underrated models/brands** or used/refurb plays I should target?
3. At what point does it make more sense to just get a TV instead?
Appreciate any guidance , i just seem to be going in circles and would greatly appreciate any advice / recommendations
Own 2 of the 8100 epson its the same exact as 8350 except contrast at 36000. It is a nice reliable projector bulbs are 130ish to replace and the one that's running indoors has like 2800hrs on it and I can still see it fine with curtains open or bedroom lights on. At 100.00 that's cheaper then any on ebay plus you get to look at it before buying. Get it and if you don't like it will sell
That's what I hate about my location. Im in the middle of delaware and can't find anything from the major brands by me at a price that they don't care about because they upgraded or never use it. They are asking almost full price for no name amazon projectors that are past their maybe get a year life out of it phase and asking 400 or 500 for a old epson non 1080 classroom projector. Best deal I see is for the panosonic laser one that is on here alot but its at 50percent life and 400.00one last thing. Most of the epson 8100 or 8350 I see o. Ebay look like they were in storage forever with dust on intake or scratched up so 100 and if it looks clean. Plug it in use pho e decimal reader should be around 30 on normal mode
Well, I love my 8350 but since I’ve had it for damned near 15 years it’s definitely not as bright as it once was (even with lamp replacements) so take brightness with a grain of salt. Still, that’s a steal for that price.
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