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JVC DLA-RS1200 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£5,280Native panel resolution:4096x2160ANSI lumens:2000Throw ratio:1.34-2.14:1Lamp life:20000 hours

JVC DLA-RS1200 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications, 2 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

JVC DLA-RS1200
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

35%

7.0

Technical score

30%

7.0

List score

25%

7.0

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▼Worse than 61% of projectors
5.2

Value for money

Value for money
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 98%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

42%

7.8

Image Quality

22%

6.0

Projection & Lens

12%

8.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.5

Connectivity

6%

7.9

Design & Power

▲Better than 71%
7.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models

7.0

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.5

Average grade

20%

6.1

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 60%
7.0

List score

List score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 98 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £5,280
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Technical Specifications of projector JVC DLA-RS1200

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components:

42%

7.8

Image Quality

22%

6.0

Projection & Lens

12%

8.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.5

Connectivity

6%

7.9

Design & Power

7.0
Reviews score
7.0
List score
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.2
ANSI lumens
2000
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 2000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 54% of projectors and equal to 5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
40,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 40000:1, higher than 67.8% of projectors and equal to 1.4% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
4096x2160
This projector uses a native resolution of 4096x2160, higher than 95.9% of projectors and equal to 4.1% of projectors.
Output resolution
4096x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 4096x2160, higher than 95.9% of projectors and equal to 3.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCoS
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Throw ratio
1.34-2.14:1
Min throw distance
1.78 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.78 m, longer than 92.5% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
200 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 200 inch, smaller than 51.4% of projectors and equal to 12.5% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.6
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 61.5% of projectors and equal to 17% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorised zoom. 85.4% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically for games. 84.1% of projectors offer this.
Enabled via firmware update.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.2% of projectors and equal to 17.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
32 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 32 Gbps, higher than 89.4% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.7% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have built-in smart TV features. 43.9% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 75.4% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
BLU-Escent laser diode.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 35.2% of projectors and equal to 25.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
20,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 39.4% of projectors and equal to 17.9% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
280 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 280 W of power, more than 62.9% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
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JVC DLA-RS1200 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
    Enabled via firmware update.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (40000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    40,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • 8 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (23 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    23 dB vs 31 dB
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (40000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    40,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 bit deeper color depth
    This projector has a higher color depth than the average projector (12 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    12 bit vs 10 bit
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 4 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2025 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.6 vs 1.3
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
    Enabled via firmware update.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via Clear Motion Drive.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    2.1 vs 2
  • 77.8% higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (32 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    32 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • More modern HDCP support
    This projector supports a newer HDCP version than the average projector (2.3 vs 2.2).
    2.3 vs 2.2
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • 8 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (23 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    23 dB vs 31 dB
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
    BLU-Escent laser diode.
  • 5 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (23 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    23 dB vs 28 dB
  • 0.77 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.8 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.78 m vs 1.0055 m
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 20 degrees less vertical correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (10 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    10 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector does not have a built-in speaker, while the average projector does. 87% of projectors have one.
  • 4.9x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (14.6 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    14.6 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 7.9% lower list score
    List score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
    How we count it
    Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
    Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
    Lists with this model (1)
    List score: in 1 of 98 lists (1%)
    7.0 vs 7.6
  • 8x more expensive
    JVC DLA-RS1200 is more expensive than the average projector (£5,280 vs £660).
    £5,280 vs £660
  • 34% worse value for money
    JVC DLA-RS1200 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.18 vs 6.9).
    5.18 vs 6.95
  • 5.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    7.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models

    7.0

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    6.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.0 vs 7.4
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,000 vs 2,200
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not display 3D with glasses, while the average projector does. 54.4% of projectors offer 3D with glasses.
  • 0.77 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.8 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.78 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 20 degrees less vertical correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (10 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    10 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 50 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    200 inch vs 250 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector does not have a built-in speaker, while the average projector does. 87% of projectors have one.
  • 4.9x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (14.6 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    14.6 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 153 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (450 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    450 mm vs 297 mm
  • 1 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (1.5 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    0.3 W with communication on.
    1.5 W vs 0.5 W
  • 50 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (280 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    280 W vs 230 W
  • 59 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (181 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    181 mm vs 122 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.5
AVForums
≈ estimated
02/01/2026
Full review · calibration measurements and picture tests
Verdict
JVC DLA-RS1200 has the best picture in its class for dark cinema rooms, though 3D, Dolby Vision and 120Hz are missing.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
01/04/2025
Lab test · Compact native 4K
Verdict
The JVC DLA-NZ500 (DLA-RS1200) is a compact native 4K laser projector with deep blacks and HDR, but at 2,000 lumens it suits only dark rooms.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about JVC DLA-RS1200

  • Native 4K resolution (4096 x 2160) provides exceptional image sharpness and detail.
  • Industry-leading native contrast and deep black levels typical of JVC D-ILA technology.
  • Gen2 Frame Adapt HDR offers superior dynamic tone mapping for optimized HDR content.
  • BLU-Escent laser light source provides a long 20,000-hour lifespan without bulb replacements.
  • Significantly more compact and lightweight chassis compared to previous native 4K models.
  • Fully motorized lens system including zoom, focus, and shift with memory presets.
  • Excellent 'out of the box' color accuracy, particularly in Filmmaker Mode.
  • Front-to-back airflow design allows for easier installation in tight spaces or near rear walls.

What customers don't like about JVC DLA-RS1200

  • Does not support 3D playback, a feature present in many older JVC models.
  • Limited to 4K/60Hz; lacks support for 4K/120Hz gaming found in higher-end models.
  • Lower peak brightness (2,000 lumens) compared to step-up models, making it best suited for dark, light-controlled rooms.
  • No support for Dolby Vision, though it does include HDR10+.
  • Lacks the internal cinema filter found in more expensive JVC models, slightly limiting its color gamut coverage.
  • Absence of built-in smart TV features or streaming apps requires external media sources.

Verdict

The JVC DLA-RS1200 is a compact, high-performance home cinema projector featuring three native 0.69-inch 4K D-ILA devices and a BLU-Escent laser light source that delivers 2,000 lumens of brightness and a 20,000-hour lifespan. Its standout characteristics include a class-leading 40,000:1 native contrast ratio, second-generation Frame Adapt HDR with dynamic tone mapping, and a fully motorized 80mm all-glass lens system offering 1.6x zoom and significant lens shift (+/-70% vertical, +/-28% horizontal). Key pros include its industry-leading black levels, superior HDR reproduction via scene-by-scene analysis, and a chassis that is approximately 35% smaller than previous models, making it ideal for smaller rooms. However, some notable cons include the lack of 3D support, no 4K/120Hz gaming compatibility, and the absence of a cinema filter found in higher-tier models, which limits its color gamut to roughly 100% sRGB rather than full DCI-P3.

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