EPSON EF-12 Mini Laser Projector - Android TV OS - 1080p - Yamaha Sounds - INCREDIBLE QUALITY!

[@Atlink]

Oh lord. THANK. YOU. for doing a lag test that isn't just "I noticed this". You actually held the controller up, tapped the button, and let us SEE the actual lag. That is unbelievably critical when it comes to the question of "can I use this for gaming", and it astounds me that no one else thought to do this. That being said, it does look like there's lag, but it's not *massive* and could probably be very easy to adapt to. I just wouldn't recommend anything requiring twitch reflexes, but all other stuff should work just fine, like your Zeldas, Marios, Sonics, Final Fantasies, etc. Just no pro COD/Fortnite/FPS playing. :) I'm also a very casual gamer, so this would be nothing for me and looks very manageable.

[@ChigzTech]

Yes lag tests are quite useful.

[@jacekpasternak]

As for me, the lag is clearly noticeable, but a brain can get used to it. You need to push buttons just a moment before you should. It's ok for party playing on big screen with few players or so (big screen make difference in this case). For everyday playing, it's a bit irritating.

This one, or the Nebula Capsule Laser 3? Capsule is smaller, lighter, but also only 300 lumens…. What’s your take?

[@tinashezimunya2288]

Bro I might have messed up youtube algorithm for you on this video because I watched it 111000 times before I got my projector yesterday 🤯thank you for opening my eyes this little thing is still the best projector of 2021 ...thinking of doing a video stating why🙉🙈🙊

[@supercraig89day]

So I've been thinking about buying this projector but I saw the lumens where on the low side. Being a laser vs a lamp I guess it's still better. My Epson 2250 lamp projector does twice the lumens with no HDR. I was even considering Epson's lower laser models but learned that they're not even 1080p native. My budget is $1000 or less. While there are other good laser projectors out there like Ankers Nebula everything cost more than $1000 on up. Being the holiday's I can get it at $800. Sounds like a deal. There is a small filter on the bottom. Appreciate the detailed unboxing , inspection, video menus and video footage. Everyone else was just saying it was great with real short actual video footage. This will be my third projector from Epson and I like to upgrade, thanks again!

[@PoliticalMatter]

Best review i have ever seen(most detailed). Underrated KZbin channel!

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks 🙏

[@eddiedass]

Being a portable projector and very handy to carry during travels, i feel the only thing missing in this projector is either an inbuilt battery or an usb type C charging port through a power bank. This would have made this projector perfect

[@meronkari1910]

thx for the lag test 13:40. not many reviewers do this. I clearly see some lag, probably about 100ms+ and I don't think this projector has game-mode (basically a mode which removes image processing to reduce input lag). image quality is great, so great for watching movies for sure.

[@tipptop128]

Chigz great review. Laser tech looks the way to go. I have been on the fence about getting a projector. Just too many negatives preventing me pulling the trigger but this product is a step in the right direction, very tempting indeed.

[@sennavr1855]

Hi man, nice video! How is this epson compared to the Xgimi horizon 1080p?

[@arakchiev]

This is the first projector aside from Xiaomi that catches my attention. I didn't even know it existed, thanks for the video! For the same price, I would still go with Xiaomi, Xgimi or Fengmi though, only because of the better brightness. Epson is going the right way, it just needs to cut down the price!

[@whatsupbudbud]

Chinese are probably stealing the technology but Epson will have to pay for R&D. :(

[@80lzrich]

I just bought this with a JWST 120 in screen for my birthday. Cant wait until it arrives!

[@RenatoT66]

Thanks for the chart and the review ;)

[@ChigzTech]

Your welcome.

[@bobandrews605]

Great review, the only one I found with fan-noise test, one of the most important things regarding beamers

[@felicegriffi]

It seems that black deepness and contrast are not so high. Right ? Thanks for your review.

[@harkisingh]

Yo bro do you think its better than the Benq w2700i?

[@dailydistruction]

Downloaded and installed PlayStation Video to mine. Now get to play all of my PlayStation network movies and tv show library.

[@charliedelahaye6773]

Great review. Loved the detail. Thanks Chigz. 🙌

[@michaelgale5963]

The bottom of the magnifying lense seems to be blocked somewhat, no? By the encasement surroundings,no???

[@tiballa]

Can you compare this against the new SAMSUNG FREESTYLE?!

[@GokuInstinct1]

The lag looked pretty bad if your playing competitively. Can you confirm if online gameplay is good like Call of Duty or Gears of War?

[@Jtoprider]

Great review as always 👍👍👍👍👍 Have you considered/tried to get a hold on some of the newer Xgimi projectors? They've made a H3S, Z8X, Z6X, MOVIN 01 and MOVIN 01X, or perhaps a review on the Anker Nebula Solar!? 🤞🤞🤞

[@glenkumar9062]

Have you tried out Xigmi Halo Plus? Which one is better?

[@laerciocfh]

Is it worth to pay 2x more on it than a Yaber V12?

[@currysaucy4120]

Does it have Hulu or Disney?

[@hossmanroman]

I have the same question plus Netflix and Iptv apps

[@garyjnj1]

No usb ethernet adapter capabilities? I want to use it on the backyard and stream 4k without stuttering.

[@dannythedon82]

Do you have a video that shows the whole setup process step by step from connecting to the wifi, Google app, Bluetooth, and connecting an Amazon firestick and video game consoles etc. All the videos I've seen seem to just skip the setup process and just seem to already be connected and watching movies and playing games etc. Also how do you get that side screen to choose between the resolution you want and what are the best settings to ensure you have the best setup like should you choose normal or fast etc.

[@hotdogint]

Could you try projecting it to the ceiling and playing one of those night sky stars videos?

[@BeReadySelfDefense]

Amazing review. Love that you went through the menu and games. Great detail.

[@しなとあ]

私はEPSONのeh-ls300とef-12のどちらを買うか迷っていました。この動画でKZbin、Netflix、ps4のゲームなどの私が使おうと思っていた用途と全く同じレビューをしていたためとても参考になりました。ありがとうございます！

[@Jungelungen]

This one or the Xgimi Halo+ ???

[@SD-oe6vv]

Bade Bhaai, does this support HDR or 3D?

[@HarpreetSingh-pd7of]

Hi Chigz, I am subsc and always enjoy your reviews and especially your charts which other reviewers dont offer (its good as overview to compare). Also I like that you are one of the few who also show some bollywood clips to show the quality which I like as an Indian. I actually bought the Formovie dice 700 lumens projector which I am very satisfied with as it a bit cheaper then this one. Keep up the good work.

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks for watching. Appreciate your comments.

[@jasonhammond6240]

Have you reviewed the xgimi horizon yet? I’m curious on how it stack up the epson. There at a similar price point and I think it would be a close review. My purchase would be between these two but I can’t find a comparison review yet

[@garyjnj1]

I'm curious as well. The Xgimi looks good and it has ethernet. I want to use this in the backyard and wifi gets weaker outdoors. The epson has no ethernet capability so that is a downer for me.

[@Qster83]

Love to see your opinion on the ef-100

[@kevenh.214]

Hi, can we connect a bluetooth sound bar? If so, do both speaker will play a the same time? (Soundbar and Yamaha sounds?)

[@DeyvissonAlmeida]

Hello. Mine is not automatically focusing. Are there any secret being it? The option to auto keystone is on.

[@csilva6]

Awesome video! Have you seen the wemax vogue pro? Torn between these two models. Same profile, android apps, but the wemax has 2x10w speakers, 1600ansi lumen. I cant speak for the reputation because epson seems to win there. I keep going back and forth between which one I should get 😩

[@paulbourg6798]

I’m in the same boat, don’t know what one is better. I like the idea of 1600 lumens but it’s LED not laser.

[@theonly_cave]

Im thinking about getting this and pairing it with chrome cast because i don’t really like android tv

[@gtranc]

Please make a review of xiaomi laser projectors. Great video, as always !!

[@ChigzTech]

Will look into them, thanks.

[@darren1002]

The mijia alpd 3.0 long throw version please. There is plenty of reviews on the ultra short throw already but not enough of the long throw. A comparison of that one and and this epson would be great

[@aaimgrahok5609]

How much RAM are there? Thank you.

[@zorkabaljak3919]

Amazing, my kids love it

[@UsmanKhan-hs3kz]

Can we download apps from playstore like vpn ans Trex iptv from play store so we can watch it on big screen????**

[@MrVenomDad]

I'm reading the input lag is really bad for this device so it's not good for gaming unfortunately?

[@Jacostan]

I am trying to mirror my laptop to the projector and i cant do it. is there any setting in the projector itself?

[@baD8Day]

3840*2160 (at 9.50) how can it be? According officials it supports only FHD

[@arielgo]

Mine did not include a mount or the power adapter holder. Is this right?

[@ChigzTech]

It’s a standard accessory should be included. Hidden at the bottom of the box. (Move cardboard)

[@filiptripolitis5213]

Mount is not standard it's optimal.Onlybreviewwrs get it free to show it

[@dddd-g4l]

any idea how I can make the display smaller without moving the projector? I have an old mount on the ceiling kinda far from the projector screen. So need to display 100 inch from 12 feet away

[@kbhasi]

(5:32) I find it interesting that Epson just left in the AOSP volume OSD from Android for tablets, unlike Xiaomi who cared enough to slim it down on the Mi Box series to only show media volume. Honestly, a newer Android release being provided is a great improvement over the Canon Rayo which, last I checked, shipped with the tablet version of Android 4.4 without GMS certification, but with a custom Canon shell.

[@josemarti6941]

Nice video, I decided to buy one after seing your review, everything works fine, and image quality is very good, only one doubt and question that is was not mentioned on your review. I have not been able to reproduce a pendrive with movies or pictures, epson only displays the usb, total capacity and available space, but no folders, no files. unable to reproduce nothing. system suggest you to format this pendrive with epson, I did so, but then Computer do not recognice this drive. May be usb is only a power supply for a Chromecast ??. Did you faced with this problem, or did it work for you ? I will appreciate if you can help ¡¡

[@xoselet]

Only fat Max under 4 gb

Interesting this doesn’t have HDR, but something like the EH-TW6250, which is LED lamp, does have HDR.

[@filiptripolitis5213]

Do you thing epson ef12 is a good projector that will last as a daily driver?more than benq858

[@filiptripolitis5213]

585 sorry

[@mrlol3841]

How does the brightness compare to say a lamp based projector with around 2300 ANSI lumens? Cheers

[@Intolerantmoron]

പ്രഭാകരാ....!!!

[@mrlol3841]

@@Intolerantmoron oh my god CID charan ESCAPE!!

[@Intolerantmoron]

@@mrlol3841 😃😆😅😜

[@gabrielmendezpulido9724]

Great review Chigz, in fact i just bought it, but… 😢 i just cant find the way to play Netflix on it!! 😫 Could you please healp me!!! S.O.S. 🙏🏻

[@owengrella362]

Is KZbin TV accessible from the KZbin app?

[@jason82180]

Is there a zoom setting to scale the image down in size if the projector is placed further back?

[@BenditGaming]

yes

[@はるえむ]

Thank you for great review!

[@TomasEnriqueAraya]

That sound is amazing

[@46GarageUSA]

Lots of these for sale on eBay.. wonder why ?

[@ericzohar1345]

Thank you Very helpful Is the Hisense 4k a feasible comparison ?

[@ChigzTech]

Not tested it yet, so can't say.

[@ericzohar1345]

@@ChigzTech ok thank you !!

[@whothefoxcares]

Will we go blind looking directly into the laser?

[@Theninjagecko]

Does this have 3d?

[@Manny1992]

Is this portable like you can use it without power cable like the xgimi mogo pro?

[@ChigzTech]

Not portable. Power adapter needed.

[@joe90jacob57]

This is a premium product. Top class

[@paulhill1379]

Great projector great review.

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks

[@rabadgerman1]

I was wondering what would happen if you could get 2 of these projectors and run them both projecting the same synchronised image in the exact same spot, would the image be brighter ? Perhaps the future of full daylight projection is a unit with 2 powerful projectors built in, perfectly synchronised to project a brighter image that would be fully viewable in any light setting I’m sure they’ll send you another unit to find out.

[@leonvlaisavljevic758]

Yes, they do this, it's called projector stacking, there are tutorials on youtube on how to synchronise images. You use the hdmi splitter and you project very detailed grid and synchronise projectors manualy. Good luck ;)

[@jamieniche]

Just buy a brighter projector mate.

[@BruceRose]

Can this support a 3D Blu ray player if it's a passive system?

[@irangonzalezribas5962]

Where i can buy the tripod for!!?

[@vittoriadisep5988]

what's the difference between the model EF-11 and EF-12?

[@AggroBindestrichJoe]

Ef 12 has a built in sound system

[@agregg9330]

Man that is beautiful 😍 👍👍

[@ChigzTech]

Glad you liked. Love this one.

[@Trixtayt]

Lol I just bought it like literally right now at best buy can't wait to try it ......

[@ChigzTech]

Your in for a treat, enjoy.

[@Trixtayt]

@@ChigzTech 1 question how far do u have it from the wall?? It looks amazing where it is.

[@ChigzTech]

@@Trixtayt I had mine about 2.5 meters away. Don’t worry it will look amazing no matter what distance you use.

[@Trixtayt]

@@ChigzTech yes I noticed that it looks amazing anywhere I put it thank u again.

[@vicdln30]

Can a tripod be used on this ???

[@musicspinner]

Those mounts don't seem to be included in the box in North America.

[@oncho1960]

I noticed the same ...

[@ScentsNTime]

Can this be used alternative to the TV ?

[@jaydel3]

except during the day (w light)

[@qwise1801]

This product is not supported by Netflix. And it doesn't work with other Bluetooth speakers.

[@riopato2009]

Mini usb? Android 9?

[@palanisamymadakkannu4350]

Can we connect external speakers?

[@robertgoldbornatyout]

Awesome review Chigz Thanks for all that you bring to us. I really appreciate all your work, my friend 🙂

[@mkwiswes]

What does side load mean?

[@The_Original_KL]

That is fantastic.

[@Trixtayt]

UH WHO KNOWS WHERE I CAN GET A MOUNT FOR THIS SPECIFICT TYPE PLEASE THANK U SOOO MUCH

[@albertomartin70]

Try to put the projector is such a way you don't need to adjust the image angle... you are wasting real state screen due to the adjustment

[@yumseta]

Very impressive

[@syambabusbbabu3142]

How much bro

[@deweyevans]

KZbintv app available on this?

[@electronicbagatelle]

What's the shortest distance you can get it from the wall? (I could find the throw distance on the epson site.)I don't think my wall has 100inch space. I really like the uts ones but they are way beyond my budget. Does the audio override fan noise? Or it might be annoying on quiet scenes if you are sitting too close to the projector?

[@Qster83]

I have an ef-11 n I get about 100 inch at 4 meters. Fan noise is not bad at all, will totally disappear once sound is on. I'd look into an older Epson short throw if I were you. Probably won't be laser but it should still have the 3lcd system which cant be beat.👍

[@patnanatarak78]

How much cost ?

[@nabil212]

Can you use an amazon fire stick on this projector?

[@Junes4K]

yes you can use almost every usb sticks

[@delboy3504]

Price?1000$

[@static7415]

So can i watch 4k movies??

[@elgatoleo]

Precio de ese proyector ???

[@sidcapalungan607]

I doubt the stated contrast ratio

[@jorlybello1504]

Ang ganda naman po

[@ikrametahiri8025]

How can I download Netflix on it ?

[@muzaffar659]

Chigz pls try to make a video on Xiaomi Mijia and Xiaomi Fengmi projector

[@blackbear8179]

Thanks for the amazing review. Two questions: 1) Can you confirm that you can sideload Netflix? (Lack of Netflix is my biggest deal breaker and want to confirm that it can be sideloaded), or does casting it from iPhone/iPad via Chromecast work fluidly? 2) Do you personally find the input lag unbearable or casually playable?(I'm not much of a competitive gamer, the most timing intensive game i play is single player missions in FPS games like CoD or Gears.)

[@justin-tyme]

You can't cast Netflix unless Netflix is installed. The input lag is noticeable. Might be okay for certain games but it's not cool either. I'm returning mine.

[@theterminatorthereality9856]

Max size how much

[@hamdiabdulah2460]

amazing 👍🏻

[@fordharrison2649]

can see Netflick?

[@alantan79]

Too bad its not 2160p or 1440p. There are so many all-in-one projector boxes already (Lumos, XGIMI, Xiaomi..)., the more the merrier.

[@williamdell5327]

Could you show how to sideload netflix?

[@static7415]

Buy a firestick stick yall people are stupid

[@jwdhjd34]

Up to 120” screen size??? Epson say 150”!