Sony VPL-XW5000ES
The Sony VPL-XW5000ES is a high-end native 4K laser home theater projector designed for serious movie enthusiasts who want cinematic picture quality, deep blacks, and accurate color, all wrapped in a more compact, lower-cost package among Sony’s SXRD laser lineup. Using Sony’s new 0.61-inch SXRD panels and a long-life laser light source, it delivers 2,000 lumens of brightness, precise image processing (via the X1 Ultimate processor), and a wide color gamut — making it an excellent choice for large screen projection in dark to semi-controlled lighting environments. With lens shift, a generous throw ratio, and strong HDR capabilities, it balances premium performance with relatively user-friendly installation and maintenance.
Sony VPL-XW5000ES 4K HDR Laser Home Theater Projector with Native 4K SXRD Panel
- Native 4K UHD resolution: 3840 × 2160 rendered via 3 SXRD panels.
- Laser light source (Z-Phosphor™) rated for ~20,000 hours of use, meaning minimal maintenance and no lamp replacements.
- Brightness: approximately 2,000 ANSI/ISO lumens.
- Wide dynamic range and color: covers ~95% of DCI-P3, with Sony’s Wide Dynamic Range Optics and TRILUMINOS Pro technology for rich, accurate colors.
- Advanced image processing: includes X1 Ultimate for projector, Dual Database Processing, Dynamic HDR Enhancer, Object-based HDR Remaster for enhancing contrast, tone mapping, and upscaling.
- Low input lag modes for gaming: under ~21 ms for 4K/60 Hz, ~13 ms for 2K/120 Hz. Flexible optics / installation:
- • Throw ratio ~ 1.38:1 to 2.21:1.
• Lens shift: vertical (~ ±71%) and horizontal (~ ±25%) adjustments. - Clean design & quieter operation: more compact & lighter than some older Sony laser SXRD projectors; fan noise ~24 dB.
- I/O / connectivity: 2 × HDMI 2.0b inputs (HDCP 2.3), network / control ports, etc.
- Long warranty: 3 years parts & labor.
4K SXRD panel, projection system
0.61" x 3
24,883,200 (3840 x 2160 x 3) pixels
Manual
Manual Approx. x 1.6
Manual, Vertical +/- 71 %, Horizontal +/- 25 %
1.38:1 to 2.21:1 *1
Laser phosphor
2,000 lm
2,000 lm
∞:1 (dynamic contrast)
720 x 576/50p, 720 x 480/60p, 1280 x 720/50p, 1280 x 720/60p, 1920 x 1080/50i, 1920 x 1080/60i, 1920 x 1080/24p, 1920 x 1080/50p, 1920 x 1080/60p, 1920 x 1080/120p, 3840 x 2160/24p, 3840 x 2160/25p, 3840 x 2160/30p, 3840 x 2160/50p, 3840 x 2160/60p, 4096 x 2160/24p, 4096 x 2160/25p, 4096 x 2160/30p, 4096 x 2160/50p, 4096 x 2160/60p
2 inputs (HDCP 2.3), Digital (RGB/Y Pb/CbPr/Cr)
Mini jack, DC 12V Max.100 mA
RS-232C, D-sub 9-pin (male)
RJ45, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
Mini jack
Type A, DC 5 V, Max. 500 mA
X1 Ultimate for projector
18-languages (English, Dutch, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Russian, Swedish, Norwegian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, Arabic, Polish)
26 dB *2
5℃ to 35℃ (41°F to 95°F)/20% to 80% (no condensation)
-10℃ to + 60℃ (14°F to 140°F)/20% to 80% (no condensation)
AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
295 W
0.3 W (When "Remote Start" is set to "Off")
0.5 W (LAN)(When "Remote Start" is set to "On"). When a LAN terminal is not connected, it becomes a low power consumption mode (0.5 W).
After about 10 Minutes
460 x 200 x 472 mm
(18 1/8 x 7 7/8 x 18 19/32 in)
Approx. 13 kg / 28 lb
Remote Control (RM-PJ28); Size AA (R6) manganese batteries (2); AC Power Cord (1); Lens Cap (1); Setup Guide (1)
Innovative technologies for even more extraordinary clarity, dynamic range and colour
Extreme clarity
Expanded dynamic range
Expanded colour volume
Discover brighter, bolder entertainment
Immerse yourself in an incredibly lifelike picture with native 4K resolution of 8.3 million pixels (3,840 x 2,160). Thanks to the all-new 0.61-inch SXRD panel, you’ll enjoy high brightness, inky blacks, vibrant colours, rich tones and textures, plus clear cinematic motion and image smoothness.
Discover brighter, bolder entertainment
Immerse yourself in an incredibly lifelike picture with native 4K resolution of 8.3 million pixels (3,840 x 2,160). Thanks to the all-new 0.61-inch SXRD panel, you’ll enjoy high brightness, inky blacks, vibrant colours, rich tones and textures, plus clear cinematic motion and image smoothness.
All-new native 4K SXRD™ panel
Immerse yourself in an incredibly lifelike picture with native 4K resolution of 8.3 million pixels (3,840 x 2,160). Thanks to the all-new 0.61-inch SXRD panel, you’ll enjoy high brightness, inky blacks, vibrant colours, rich tones and textures, plus clear cinematic motion and image smoothness.
All-new native 4K SXRD™ panel
Immerse yourself in an incredibly lifelike picture with native 4K resolution of 8.3 million pixels (3,840 x 2,160). Thanks to the all-new 0.61-inch SXRD panel, you’ll enjoy high brightness, inky blacks, vibrant colours, rich tones and textures, plus clear cinematic motion and image smoothness.
All-new Wide Dynamic Range Optics
Our new Wide Dynamic Range Optics contribute to the compact design of the VPL-XW5000ES, with improved light control by maximising the potential of the laser light source. The resulting higher colour volume assures naturally colourful images and stunning contrast, even at high brightness levels.
All-new Wide Dynamic Range Optics
Our new Wide Dynamic Range Optics contribute to the compact design of the VPL-XW5000ES, with improved light control by maximising the potential of the laser light source. The resulting higher colour volume assures naturally colourful images and stunning contrast, even at high brightness levels.
Flagship-level X1™ Ultimate for projector processor
Our X1™ Ultimate for projector processor draws on Sony’s acclaimed BRAVIA TV video technologies, harnessing advanced data processing for real-time optimisation of individual on-screen objects. You’ll be rewarded with stunning HDR images with textures, colours, contrast and realism unattainable with previous home cinema projectors.
Flagship-level X1™ Ultimate for projector processor
Our X1™ Ultimate for projector processor draws on Sony’s acclaimed BRAVIA TV video technologies, harnessing advanced data processing for real-time optimisation of individual on-screen objects. You’ll be rewarded with stunning HDR images with textures, colours, contrast and realism unattainable with previous home cinema projectors.
Object-based HDR Remaster
Analyses colours of individual objects and adjusts contrast for greater depth and texture.
Dynamic HDR Enhancer
Enhances contrast in combination with laser output control for bright, beautiful 4K HDR images.
Object-based Super Resolution
Detects and enhances individual objects for exceptional image detail.
Dual Database Processing
One powerful image enhancement databases reduces on-screen noise, while the other upscales resolution.
Digital Focus Optimiser
Analyses every pixel to boost sharpness, even in image corners.
Even more true-to-life colours
See more than a billion colours come to life. Sony’s unique TRILUMINOS PRO algorithm detects colour from saturation, hue and brightness to ensure reproduction of natural shades in every detail. You’ll see the difference with colours that are closer to those experienced in the real world.
Even more true-to-life colours
See more than a billion colours come to life. Sony’s unique TRILUMINOS PRO algorithm detects colour from saturation, hue and brightness to ensure reproduction of natural shades in every detail. You’ll see the difference with colours that are closer to those experienced in the real world.
No colour off limits
The VPL-XW7000ES effortlessly reproduces an exceptionally wide colour gamut, covering a huge 95% of the cinema-standard DCI-P3 colour space.
No colour off limits
The VPL-XW7000ES effortlessly reproduces an exceptionally wide colour gamut, covering a huge 95% of the cinema-standard DCI-P3 colour space.
World’s most compact native 4K HDR laser projector*
Blending effortlessly into today’s living spaces, the beautifully styled VPL-XW5000ES is the world’s most compact native 4K HDR laser projector*. We’ve designed the VPL-XW5000ES to be even smaller and lighter than its predecessors by developing the all-new native 4K SXRD panel and compact Wide Dynamic Range Optics. The projector is about 30% smaller in volume and about 35% lighter than the VPL-VW790ES, delivering the same high brightness.
*As of April 2022, according to research by Sony Corporation in the native 4K projectors market.
World’s most compact native 4K HDR laser projector*
Blending effortlessly into today’s living spaces, the beautifully styled VPL-XW5000ES is the world’s most compact native 4K HDR laser projector*. We’ve designed the VPL-XW5000ES to be even smaller and lighter than its predecessors by developing the all-new native 4K SXRD panel and compact Wide Dynamic Range Optics. The projector is about 30% smaller in volume and about 35% lighter than the VPL-VW790ES, delivering the same high brightness.
*As of April 2022, according to research by Sony Corporation in the native 4K projectors market.
Additional features
Smooth, fluid on-screen motion
Ideal for action movies and sports, 4K Motionflow™ inserts additional frames to reduce on-screen blur for smoother, clearer motion. Cinema purists can choose True Theatre mode to stay faithful to the original 24 fps frame rate.
Matches your fastest responses
Great for gamers, Input Lag Reduction dramatically cuts delays before images are displayed on screen. You’ll stay ahead of the competition with super-fast response times for even more thrilling gaming action. The VPL-XW5000ES supports 4K 60 Hz input signals with an input lag under 21 ms, and 2K 120 Hz input with an input lag under 13 ms.
Always see the full picture
Anamorphic lens compatibility with 4K signals means you can can use your legacy anamorphic lenses, even when you’re watching 4K content. V-stretch for 4K ensures your favourite formats are displayed correctly.
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