Epson
Epson Home Cinema 8500 UB
Best high-contrast projector for immersive home cinema enthusiasts.
Experience home theater in a way you never thought possible with the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 8500 UB. With a contrast ratio up to 200,000:1, unprecedented in its class, you get deep blacks and extraordinary detail, putting you right in the middle of the action. Whether you're watching movies, sports or play video games, this 1080p projector ensures amazing image quality with Epson's D7 chip, an HQV processor and innovative Super-resolution technology.
$2099.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
21
/ 1772
#21 in Video Projectors
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Native Resolution
19201080
/ x
Who it's for
- Viewers wanting vibrant, color-accurate images on large screens
- Movie buffs seeking deep, cinematic black levels
- Home theater owners needing flexible installation options
Who should skip it
- Decor-conscious buyers needing a compact, discreet projector
- Users prioritizing sharp 4K resolution and modern detail
- Gamers and streamers requiring modern HDMI and HDR support
Performance breakdown
Contrast Performance
The 200,000:1 ratio delivers exceptionally deep blacks for cinematic immersion.
Image Resolution
Full 1080p output provides crisp, high-definition detail for modern media.
Lamp Longevity
Four thousand hours of lamp life offers reliable, long-term viewing sessions.
Brightness Output
Standard brightness levels are best suited for dedicated, light-controlled theater rooms.
Installation Flexibility
The 2.1x manual zoom provides significant freedom for various room sizes.
Processing Power
Integrated HQV and Super-resolution technology effectively sharpen and upscale standard content.
Key Specs
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080
Scan Format
1080p
Manual Zoom Factor
2.1x
Normal Mode Lamp Life
4000 Hour
Standard Mode Brightness
1600 lm
Maximum Diagonal Image Size
100"
Display Technology
LCD
Light Source Type
Lamp
Features
- Designed for Home Theater use
- Features LCD display technology for image quality
- Includes a tool for calculating projection distance and image size
- Part of a database allowing comparison with other models
What customers say
Consumers overwhelmingly celebrate the exceptional image quality delivered by the 8500 UB. The consistent theme across reviews is the projector's ability to produce deep, rich black levels and outstanding contrast, creating a truly immersive cinematic experience. Many reviewers emphasize the strong value proposition, noting that this unit provides performance typically found in significantly higher priced models. It successfully delivers premium home theater quality, making it a beloved choice for serious enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
This projector features a native resolution of 1920 x 1080, providing full 1080p high-definition playback for movies, sports, and gaming.
The high contrast ratio allows for deeper blacks and more nuanced shadow detail. This creates a more immersive image, particularly in dark rooms where you want the picture to pop.
Yes, the bulb is designed to be replaceable. With a normal mode lamp life of 4,000 hours, you can expect a significant amount of viewing time before needing a swap.
The Epson Home Cinema 8500 UB supports a maximum diagonal image size of 100 inches. It also includes a 2.1x manual zoom, which gives you more flexibility in positioning the projector relative to your screen.
With a brightness rating of 1600 lumens, this projector is optimized for dedicated home theater environments where you have control over ambient light. It performs best in darker rooms to fully leverage its contrast capabilities.
This model utilizes LCD display technology. This ensures consistent color reproduction and sharp image quality, supported by Epson's D7 chip and HQV processing for smooth video performance.
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