Sony VPL-XW5000ES Native 4K SXRD Laser Projector

The Sony VPL-XW5000ES brings true native 4K SXRD projection into a compact laser projector designed specifically for home cinema.

With 2,000 lumens of brightness, a native 4K SXRD imaging system, Sony's X1 Ultimate for projector processing, and a long-life laser light source, the XW5000ES is an excellent starting point for a serious dedicated theater.

What makes it particularly interesting is that Sony isn't using pixel shifting to create the 4K image. This is genuine native 4K projection backed by some of the best video processing Sony has developed.

True Native 4K SXRD

The VPL-XW5000ES uses Sony's 0.61-inch Native 4K SXRD panel, delivering a true 3840 × 2160 image with 8.3 million individual pixels.

The advantage goes beyond resolution.

SXRD technology is known for combining fine detail with excellent black levels, smooth motion, rich color and a natural cinematic presentation.

On a large projection screen, that combination can make a significant difference.

2,000-Lumen Laser Light Source

The XW5000ES produces up to 2,000 lumens from its laser light source, providing the brightness necessary for vibrant images on appropriately sized home theater screens.

Because it's laser-based, there's also no traditional projector lamp to replace.

Sony rates the light source for up to 20,000 hours of operation, providing years of home theater use with very little maintenance.

X1 Ultimate for Projector

Sony adapted its powerful BRAVIA video-processing technology specifically for projection with X1 Ultimate for projector.

The processor analyzes individual objects within the image in real time, optimizing texture, color, contrast and HDR reproduction.

This processing is particularly important with projection because the quality of the source material can vary tremendously between 4K Blu-ray, streaming services, broadcast television and older content.

Sony's processing helps get the best image possible from all of them.

Built for Home Cinema

The XW5000ES gives you many of the things that matter most in a dedicated theater without moving into the size, brightness and cost of Sony's flagship projection systems.

You get:

• True Native 4K SXRD
• 2,000 Lumens of Brightness
• Laser Light Source
• X1 Ultimate for Projector
• 8.3 Million Native 4K Pixels
• Excellent Black-Level Performance
• Advanced HDR Processing
• Up to 20,000 Hours of Laser Operation
• Compact Chassis Designed for Home Cinema

For the right room and screen size, that's a very compelling combination.

The Room Still Matters

A great projector can only produce the image the room allows it to produce.

Screen size, screen material, throw distance, wall and ceiling reflectivity, ambient light and seating distance all have a direct impact on what you actually see.

That's especially important with a projector like the XW5000ES.

In a properly designed, light-controlled theater, its SXRD black levels and native 4K resolution can really shine.

Put the same projector in the wrong room with the wrong screen, and you're leaving a lot of performance on the table.

Design Your Sony Theater with The Grid HiFi

At The Grid HiFi, we don't just sell you a projector and send you home with a box.

We can design the entire theater around the Sony VPL-XW5000ES.

That includes determining the proper projector location, throw distance, screen size and material, seating distance, sightlines, Dolby Atmos speaker locations, acoustic treatment, lighting and system control.

We can then supply and install the complete room—from the Sony projector and projection screen to the audio system, theater seating, lighting control and Control4 automation.

The Grid HiFi is your Sony premium projection and private cinema expert in Houston, Texas.

Contact us to experience the Sony VPL-XW5000ES or let us design the complete theater around it.