Epson has announced a new generation of 4K laser home cinema projectors, combining AI-powered image processing with large-screen projection and smart-home connectivity.
The new range is designed to bring a more cinematic viewing experience into everyday living spaces, the manufacturer said, promising bright, detailed images at screen sizes of up to 500 inches.
The four new models – the EH-LS5000, EH-LS6000, EH-LS7000 and EH-LS7500 – are aimed at a range of home entertainment requirements, from living-room movie watching and gaming through to dedicated home cinema installations.
One of the key features of the new projectors is Epson’s AI imaging technology, powered by MediaTek’s MT9681 platform. The system can analyse the content being displayed and automatically adjust elements including colour, contrast and clarity. Epson said its AI Picture Quality (AI PQ Scene 2.0+) technology can recognise elements within individual scenes, while intelligent upscaling is designed to improve the appearance of lower-resolution content.
At the entry point, the EH-LS5000 delivers 2,500 lumens and 4K laser projection, while the EH-LS6000 increases brightness to 3,400 lumens for customers looking for greater performance.
At the other end of the range, the EH-LS7000 offers 3,600 lumens and is designed for dedicated or high-performance media rooms, while the EH-LS7500 takes a slightly different approach, offering 3,500 lumens alongside short-throw projection. This allows a large image to be produced from a relatively short distance, making it particularly suited to rooms where installation space is limited.
All four models offer 4K resolution with 8.3 million pixels, along with HDR10 and HLG support. Epson also highlighted flexible installation options and, on the EH-LS7000 and EH-LS7500, ISF-certified image optimisation and AV control integration.
Another notable addition is Matter support, giving the new projectors compatibility with the increasingly common smart-home standard. This allows compatible devices and platforms – including Google Home, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant – to work together more easily. Voice control is also available through compatible platforms such as Google Home.
For customers building a connected home entertainment system, this could make projector control considerably more straightforward than relying solely on individual remote controls and proprietary ecosystems.
