Our take
The Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS300 is a native Full HD 3LCD laser projector built for close-wall home viewing. Epson documents up to 120 inches, built-in Android TV, and a Yamaha 2.1 speaker system. The 3,600 color-lumen figure is measured to IDMS 15.4 and the 3,600 white-lumen figure to ISO 21118; neither should be entered as ANSI. It accepts content up to 4K but produces a Full HD picture, so it is a room-layout and integrated-package choice rather than a native-4K match. Epson marks it discontinued, and current app support or a used bundle's contents must be checked separately.
A fixed living-room setup that values close-wall placement, built-in streaming hardware, and integrated sound over native 4K.
It is not native 4K, battery-powered, or an ANSI-lumen match; avoid relying on current app support or a complete accessory bundle without checking the unit.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The Epson guide gives a model-specific close-wall distance table for screen sizes through 120 inches.
- Android TV is built in, while the Yamaha 2.1 system is rated at 20 W total.
- Native Full HD 1920 × 1080 and the two brightness methods are explicitly documented.
What to weigh up
- It accepts 4K input but its documented picture output is Full HD rather than native 4K.
- The 3,600 color and white lumen figures use IDMS and ISO methods, not ANSI.
- Epson marks the model discontinued, and today's app availability and offer contents are not established.
The key details
| Model covered | LS300 |
|---|---|
| Image format | Native Full HD 1920 × 1080; accepts up to 4K input |
| Rated light output | 3,600 color lumens (IDMS 15.4) and 3,600 white lumens (ISO 21118) |
| Placement | 100-inch 16:9 image from 10.5 inches, measured to projector rear |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 8, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Keep accepted 4K input separate from native output
Epson lists a 1920 × 1080 Full HD panel and says the LS300 accepts content up to 4K for a Full HD HDR picture. The input capability can simplify a source chain, but it does not make the projector a native-4K imaging model. If you need a confirmed native pixel threshold, use the Full HD figure for matching and compare a different projector. In a living room where close placement and a large image matter more than native 4K, the LS300's resolution is a clear, verifiable trade-off. Check how your source handles HDR and output settings before deciding which connected devices to use.
Measure the close-wall geometry
Epson's user guide lists a 100-inch 16:9 image at 10.5 inches from the screen to the rear of the projector, with 120 inches at 15.2 inches. The table labels those measurements from the rear, which differs from throw distance measured lens-to-screen. A cabinet, baseboard, screen frame, and wall height can all change whether the arrangement fits. Measure the actual screen and the projector's full body before buying furniture or setting a fixed position. The LS300 is designed for an ultra-short-throw layout, but the exact image still needs alignment and a suitable wall or screen surface.
Compare brightness only by its stated method
Epson lists 3,600 lumens for color brightness under IDMS 15.4 and 3,600 lumens for white brightness under ISO 21118. Those method labels are part of the specification; neither value is an ANSI rating. The figure can help you compare Epson's stated output modes, but it should not be converted to ANSI or treated as the output of a particular used LS300. The page notes that brightness varies with usage conditions. Screen surface, image size, picture mode, room light, and source content also shape the result. If brightness is decisive, compare the same measurement basis and inspect the exact unit in the room where it will be used.
Use built-in Android TV with current-app checks
Epson identifies built-in Android TV and a wireless network connection as part of the LS300 package. The manufacturer page lists streaming services, but applications and service requirements can change over time; that historical page is not proof that every current app still runs on a particular used unit. Confirm Wi-Fi setup, account access, remote operation, and the exact services you need before relying on the internal platform. Epson says Android TV requires a wireless network connection of at least 5 Mbps. An external HDMI player remains an option if the projector's software no longer fits your services.
Consider the integrated sound and discontinued status
The LS300 includes a Yamaha 2.1 system with two satellite drivers and a dedicated woofer, rated at 20 W total in Epson's technical specifications. That integrated setup may reduce boxes and cables in a living room, though the source does not establish how it will sound in your space. The laser array removes a conventional replaceable lamp from the listed light system, but it does not remove the need to inspect an older unit's optics, color uniformity, ports, remote, fan, and focus. Epson marks the LS300 discontinued. Confirm the exact color/model, app access, included remote, cable package, and support path instead of assuming the original bundle is intact.
What else to compare
Compare Epson LS500 for a different UST laser package, XGIMI AURA for 4K UHD UST output with native pixels unknown, or Epson BrightLink 475Wi when interactive classroom pens matter.
Before you buy
Does the LS300 project native 4K?
No. Epson lists a native 1920 × 1080 panel and 4K input compatibility for a Full HD output picture.
Are its 3,600-lumen figures ANSI?
No. Epson identifies color brightness as IDMS 15.4 and white brightness as ISO 21118, not ANSI.
How far from the wall is a 100-inch image?
Epson's guide lists 10.5 inches from the screen to the projector rear for a 100-inch 16:9 image.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS300 product page ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
- Epson LS300 product specifications and discontinued status ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
- Epson LS300 user-guide projection-distance table ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
- Epson LS300 general specifications ↗ — checked October 8, 2026.
The decision
Choose LS300 for documented Full HD close-wall placement and an integrated TV/audio package after checking its used condition and current apps.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.