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Kodak Luma 75 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£170Native panel resolution:640x360ANSI lumens:30Throw ratio:1.6:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Kodak Luma 75 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications, 3 expert and video reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Kodak Luma 75
4.7/10

Overall score

Score
4.7/ 10
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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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Score components

35%

4.5

Technical score

30%

4.5

List score

25%

4.5

Reviews score

10%

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

▼Worse than 99% of projectors
6.2

Value for money

Value for money
6.2/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

4.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▼Worse than 73%
4.5

Technical score

Technical score
4.5/ 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
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Score components

42%

3.7

Image Quality

22%

4.3

Projection & Lens

12%

5.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.2

Audio & Features

8%

5.4

Connectivity

6%

7.7

Design & Power

▼Worse than 99%
4.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
4.5/ 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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▼ Worse than 99% of models

4.5

Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

6.7

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 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 99%
4.5

List score

List score
4.5/ 10
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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 (2)
List score: in 2 of 112 lists (2%)
▲Better than 87%
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Ranked #669 of 985 models in Projectors (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of projector Kodak Luma 75

Technical score
Technical score
4.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

42%

3.7

Image Quality

22%

4.3

Projection & Lens

12%

5.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.2

Audio & Features

8%

5.4

Connectivity

6%

7.7

Design & Power

4.5
Reviews score
4.5
List score
4.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.2/ 10
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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 73% of models
Score components:

70%

4.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

6.2
ANSI lumens
30
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 30 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 100% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,300:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1300:1, lower than 84.4% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
640x360
This projector uses a native resolution of 640x360, lower than 99.8% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
640x360
This projector supports output resolution up to 640x360, lower than 99.9% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Supports 1080p input.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.6:1
Min throw distance
0.2 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.2 m, shorter than 95.9% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
100 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 100 inch, smaller than 92% of projectors and equal to 6.7% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
?
Max HDMI bandwidth
?
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.2% of projectors and equal to 42.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
?
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% 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
no
This projector does not include a remote control. 98.6% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.6% of projectors and equal to 39.9% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
30,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 67.9% of projectors and equal to 25.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 64% of projectors and equal to 31.9% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
4 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 4 W of power, less than 100% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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Kodak Luma 75 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 0.81 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.2 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • Includes built-in battery
    This projector has a built-in battery, while the average projector does not. 6.3% of projectors have one.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 226 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (4 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    4 W vs 230 W
  • 94% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.2 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    0.18 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • Memory card slot included
    This projector has a memory card slot, while the average projector does not. 9.4% of projectors offer a memory card slot.
  • 3.88x cheaper
    Kodak Luma 75 is cheaper than the average projector (£170 vs £660).
    £170 vs £660
  • 0.81 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.2 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • Memory card slot included
    This projector has a memory card slot, while the average projector does not. 9.4% of projectors offer a memory card slot.
  • Includes built-in battery
    This projector has a built-in battery, while the average projector does not. 6.3% of projectors have one.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 226 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (4 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    4 W vs 230 W
  • 94% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.2 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    0.18 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 217 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (80 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    80 mm vs 297 mm
  • 102 mm lower height
    This projector is shorter than the average projector (20 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    20 mm vs 122 mm
  • 130 mm thinner body
    This projector is thinner than the average projector (20 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    20 mm vs 150 mm
  • 40.8% lower list score
    List score
    4.5/ 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 (2)
    List score: in 2 of 112 lists (2%)
    4.5 vs 7.6
  • 98.6% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (30 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    30 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (640x360 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Supports 1080p input.
    640x360 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (640x360 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    640x360 vs 1920x1080
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 39.2% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.5/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models

    4.5

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    6.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 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.
    4.5 vs 7.4
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 150 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    100 inch vs 250 inch
  • 40.8% lower list score
    List score
    4.5/ 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 (2)
    List score: in 2 of 112 lists (2%)
    4.5 vs 7.6
  • 39.2% lower review score
    Reviews score
    4.5/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models

    4.5

    Mark 7.9 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    6.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 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.
    4.5 vs 7.4
  • 11.9% worse value for money
    Kodak Luma 75 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (6.21 vs 6.9).
    6.21 vs 6.95
  • 98.6% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (30 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    30 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (640x360 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Supports 1080p input.
    640x360 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (640x360 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    640x360 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1300:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,300:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 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
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • 0.27 inch smaller DMD chip
    This projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 3 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2018 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    February 2018
    2018 vs 2021
  • 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.
  • 150 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    100 inch vs 250 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • More outdated HDCP support
    This projector supports an older HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2).
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 90% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (1 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    1 W vs 10 W
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 82.4% of projectors have one.
  • No remote control
    This projector does not include a remote control, while the average projector does. 98.5% of projectors include a remote control.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser

Video reviews

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

7.0
justin spiegel
≈ estimated
04/04/2023
Hands-on review · dark room and iPad tests
Verdict
Kodak Luma 75 is a fun party-trick projector at a low price, but it is too dim for everyday movies or presentations.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
08/03/2022
Lab test · Pocket projector
Verdict
The Kodak Luma 75 is a compact pocket projector for quick business slides and short movies, but its 30 lumens limit it to dim rooms.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
08/03/2022
Hands-on test · Ultra-portable projector
Verdict
The Kodak Luma 75 is a minimalist pocket projector for quick, casual shows, but its 30-lumen brightness limits it to small images.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Kodak Luma 75

  • Extremely compact and lightweight 'pocket-sized' design for high portability
  • Simple plug-and-play setup with intuitive touch controls
  • Versatile connectivity options including HDMI, USB, and microSD
  • Good image quality and vivid colours when used in pitch-black environments
  • Includes essential accessories like a tripod and a protective carrying case

What customers don't like about Kodak Luma 75

  • Low native resolution (640 x 360) can lead to blurry images, especially for text
  • Very low brightness (30-35 ANSI lumens) makes it difficult to see in anything but total darkness
  • Built-in battery often fails to reach the advertised 2-hour runtime
  • Internal speaker provides poor audio quality, requiring external speakers for movies
  • Lack of wireless connectivity and advanced image adjustment settings like keystone correction

Verdict

The Kodak Luma 75 is an ultra-portable pocket projector featuring a DLP optical engine with a 30,000-hour LED lamp life and a native 640x360 resolution that supports 1080p input. This 5-ounce device measures roughly 3x3x0.8 inches and offers a 1300:1 contrast ratio, projecting images from 5 to 80 inches in size. Its main advantages include extreme portability, a built-in rechargeable battery lasting up to 2 hours, and versatile connectivity via HDMI, USB, and microSD. However, its primary drawbacks are a low brightness of only 30 ANSI lumens, which requires a near-pitch-black room for best visibility, and a weak 1W internal speaker that often necessitates external audio solutions.

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