The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 Smart Streaming Laser Projector is a more refined version of the Epson EF-100. It has a higher resolution, at 1080p (1920-by-1080), and lower brightness, at 1,000 lumens. Both are smaller than typical for laser projectors, both are designed for streaming, and neither supports 3D. But the EF12 offers integrated Android TV instead of a bundled dongle, adds support for 4K UHD (3,820-by-2,160) input for downconverting, and adds HDR support for both HDR10 and HLG. Color accuracy is excellent and the stereo speakers are impressive for the size. Overall, the EpiqVision Mini EF12 has a polished feel, and it's impressive enough to earn an Editors' Choice nod for streaming projectors. Laser Light and Streaming Too One of the advantages lasers have over lamps is that most are meant to last the life of the projector, eliminating the cost of replacement lamps. The EF12's light source is rated at 20,000 hours of projecting at full power. It's paired with a three-c...
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 is a smart TV masquerading as a portable projector. Its small form manages to contain a long-lived laser light source, Android TV, Google Play Store apps and games, and even good audio.
Long-lived laser-phosphor light source; Native 1080p resolution; supports 4K UHD (3,840-by-2,160) input and HDR; Three-chip LCD engine (3LCD) for equal color and white brightness and no rainbow artifacts; Integrated Android TV; Wi-Fi and two HDMI ports; Impressive audio options
No 3D support; Only moderate brightness