Epson has officially launched its new Q-Series lineup, introducing three high-end laser projectors designed to deliver superior performance in a variety of lighting environments. The Epson Q-Series range consists of the QB1000, QL3000, and QL7000 models, all of which leverage Epson's 4K 3LCD technology and are aimed at both home cinema enthusiasts and professional installations.

The Epson Q-Series projectors stand out for their impressive brightness levels, which puts them in direct competition with other high-end rivals like Sony and JVC. The entry-level QB1000 delivers 3,300 lumens, making it suitable for well-lit rooms, while the QL3000 and QL7000 step up the brightness to 6,000 and 10,000 lumens, respectively. 

These figures suggest that the Q-Series projectors can maintain image quality even in environments with significant ambient light, a common challenge for many home projectors.

Epson's 3LCD technology plays a crucial role in achieving these brightness levels. The system utilizes three independent LCD chips for each primary color—red, green, and blue—eliminating the need for a color filter or color wheel. This technology helps maintain brightness and color accuracy and should ensure that the projectors deliver vivid, lifelike images in a variety of settings.

All three models in the Q-Series lineup boast full 4K resolution, using Epson's dual-phase pixel-shifting technology to achieve this. This technology, also known as quad pixel shift, is similar to that used in Epson's LS11000 and LS12000 home theater projectors, enabling the creation of four pixels on-screen for each pixel on the 1080p LCD chip. The result is a sharp, detailed 4K image that is further enhanced by the projectors' support for HDR10, HLG, and HDR10+ formats.

Epson has also equipped these projectors with its proprietary 32-bit QZX Picture Processor. This processor optimizes brightness, color accuracy, and contrast in real-time, ensuring that the projected images closely match the content creator's intent. The inclusion of dual HDMI 2.1 ports with support for 4K/120Hz and a sub-20ms response time will be particularly appealing to gamers, providing a smooth and responsive gaming experience on the big screen.

The Q-Series projectors are designed with both aesthetics and installation flexibility in mind. The QB1000 model comes with a built-in lens, making it a more straightforward option for home cinema setups. In contrast, the QL3000 and QL7000 models are sold as body-only units, allowing users to select the most appropriate lens for their specific installation needs. Epson offers a variety of lens options, including short-throw and long-throw lenses, as well as a motorized periscope lens for ceiling installations.

Installation is further simplified by the inclusion of a 3-axis motorized lens shift and powered zoom with memory presets. This feature enables precise projector placement and image alignment without relying on digital keystone correction, which can degrade image quality. Additionally, the Q-Series projectors are ISF certified, allowing for professional calibration to ensure optimal picture quality in any environment.

The Epson Q-Series projectors are positioned as premium products within the home theater market, and their pricing reflects this. The QB1000 is priced at $7,999, making it the most accessible model in the lineup. The QL3000 and QL7000, with their higher brightness levels and more customizable lens options, are priced at $14,999 and $29,999, respectively.

Despite the high price tags, Epson emphasizes the value of these projectors compared to alternative display technologies, such as Micro LED TVs, which can be significantly more expensive. The company also highlights the projectors' ability to disappear into a room's design when not in use, an advantage over large, permanently visible flat-panel displays.

The Epson Q-Series projectors are set to debut publicly at the 2024 CEDIA Expo, scheduled for September 5-7 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. The QB1000 will be available for purchase starting in September, while the QL3000 and QL7000 are expected to hit the market in October, but you can pre-order them now at ProjectorScreen.