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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£8,000
  • Avg. price in US: ~$6,500
  • ANSI lumens: 3000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 0.25:1

Leica Cine 1 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.4

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

8.4

Image Quality

22.0%

3.5

Projection & Lens

12.0%

7.8

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

9.7

Connectivity

6.0%

7.7

Design & Power

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 8.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.2

    Input lag

    25.0%

    ?

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    10

    Audio output power

  • 6.5
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.1

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 9.1
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    10

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    8.2

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.8

    Audible noise

  • No image
No image

Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £8,000

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium 4K Ultra Short Throw (UST) projector available in fixed 100-inch and 120-inch versions, featuring a triple RGB laser light source that delivers 3,000 ANSI lumens of brightness and covers over 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut. Key characteristics include a specialized Leica Summicron lens system, Leica Image Optimization (LIO™) for natural color reproduction, and an integrated 50W Dolby Atmos sound system within a high-quality aluminum Bauhaus-style chassis. Pros include industry-leading edge-to-edge sharpness, extensive HDR support (Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG), a motorized lens cover, and a smart Google TV interface (or VIDAA in some regions) with native Netflix support. Cons are primarily its significantly high price point compared to rivals, lack of a backlight on the premium metal remote, the absence of high-frame-rate 4K/120Hz gaming support, and occasional rainbow effect artifacts common to single-chip DLP technology.

Technical Specifications of Leica Cine 1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

?

Image Quality

22.0%

?

Projection & Lens

12.0%

?

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

?

Audio & Features

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Design & Power

7.4
Leica Cine 1 has a technical score of 7.43 points, which is higher than 88.7% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Leica Cine 1 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.5
Leica Cine 1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.5 points, which is lower than 69.7% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

3,000
Leica Cine 1 reaches 3000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 64.2% of projectors and equal to 9.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

1,000:1
Leica Cine 1 has a contrast ratio of 1000:1, lower than 85.5% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Leica Cine 1 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

3840x2160
Leica Cine 1 supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Via XPR pixel shifting.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

DLP
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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.25:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

120 inch
Leica Cine 1 supports projection sizes up to 120 inch, smaller than 80% of projectors and equal to 11.1% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Leica Cine 1 does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

35.3 ms
Leica Cine 1 has input lag of 35.3 ms, higher than 62.5% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 supports ALLM. 79.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Leica Cine 1 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

2.1
Leica Cine 1 supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.0.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

48 Gbps
Leica Cine 1 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.2% of projectors and equal to 9.8% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 24 and 18 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

3
Leica Cine 1 has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.7% of projectors and equal to 7% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Leica Cine 1 supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), more modern than 84.8% of projectors and equal to 13.3% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 supports Bluetooth. 50.1% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

5.2
Leica Cine 1 supports Bluetooth 5.2, more modern than 88.7% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
Google TV built in.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

Google TV
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
VIDAA app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

laser
Leica Cine 1 uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
Triple RGB Laser.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

yes
Leica Cine 1 uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Triple RGB laser technology.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

25,000 hours
Leica Cine 1 offers lamp life of 25000 hours, shorter than 62% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

25,000 hours
Leica Cine 1 offers eco-mode lamp life of 25000 hours, shorter than 52.4% of projectors and equal to 7% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

300 W
Leica Cine 1 uses 300 W of power, more than 67.5% of projectors and equal to 3.3% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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Leica Cine 1 vs the average projector

  • Wider color gamut
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    What it is: Percentage of the target color gamut covered by the projector.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Leica Cine 1 has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.100% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    Leica Cine 1 supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
    What it is: Support for Dolby Vision high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you watch HDR movies and streaming releases, broad HDR support matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Leica Cine 1 supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher output resolution
    Leica Cine 1 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
    When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Leica Cine 1 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports HDR10+
    Leica Cine 1 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
    What it is: Support for HDR10+ dynamic high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you care whether the projector supports dynamic HDR metadata rather than static HDR formats alone.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine 1 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    Leica Cine 1 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
    What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
    When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine 1 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Leica Cine 1 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
    What it is: Uses pixel shifting to increase perceived image resolution.
    When it matters: When you want more perceived detail than the native panel alone would provide, especially on bigger screens.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine 1 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 36.4% brighter image
    Leica Cine 1 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Leica Cine 1 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.3,000 vs 2,200
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Leica Cine 1 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    What it is: Support for HDMI ARC to send audio to external devices.
    When it matters: When you use a soundbar, receiver, or speakers, audio output options matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine 1 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Wider color gamut
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    Leica Cine 1 supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.2% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Higher output resolution
    Leica Cine 1 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Leica Cine 1 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Leica Cine 1 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 36.4% brighter image
    Leica Cine 1 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • Supports HLG
    Leica Cine 1 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports ALLM
    Leica Cine 1 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    Leica Cine 1 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    Leica Cine 1 offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Leica Cine 1 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    Leica Cine 1 supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    Leica Cine 1 has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    Leica Cine 1 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Leica Cine 1 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Leica Cine 1 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Modern USB standard
    Leica Cine 1 supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    Leica Cine 1 has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • 1 more USB ports
    Leica Cine 1 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Supports Miracast
    Leica Cine 1 supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Includes memory card slot
    Leica Cine 1 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • 5x stronger audio output
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher audio output power than the average projector (50 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    Leica Cine 1 supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Leica Cine 1 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    Leica Cine 1 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    Leica Cine 1 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Leica Cine 1 supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • Uses laser light source
    Leica Cine 1 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher lamp life than the average projector (25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.

Total
Image Quality
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Leica Cine 1 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
  • No 3D support
    Leica Cine 1 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • No 3D glasses support
    Leica Cine 1 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    Leica Cine 1 has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Basic focus control
    Leica Cine 1 has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Fixed focus optimized for screen size.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Leica Cine 1 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.
  • 8.3 ms higher input lag
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher input lag than the average projector (35.3 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
  • 4.87x heavier weight
    Leica Cine 1 is heavier than the average projector (15.1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 2 dB louder operation
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 300.5 mm wider body
    Leica Cine 1 is wider than the average projector (600 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 66.1 W higher power use
    Leica Cine 1 uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
  • 1.5 W higher standby power
    Leica Cine 1 uses more standby power than the average projector (2 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Leica Cine 1 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Leica Cine 1 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    Leica Cine 1 has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Leica Cine 1 has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.120 inch vs 250 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    Leica Cine 1 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.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Leica Cine 1 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 3D support
    Leica Cine 1 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
    What it is: Whether the projector supports 3D playback in any format.
    When it matters: When you want real 3D playback rather than support for only one niche 3D format.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine 1 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 4.87x heavier weight
    Leica Cine 1 is heavier than the average projector (15.1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    What it is: Total weight of the projector including lamp and lens.
    When it matters: When you move the projector between rooms or setups, lower weight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Leica Cine 1 is heavier than the average projector (15.1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.15.1 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 10.39x more expensive
    Leica Cine 1 is more expensive than the average projector (£8,000 vs £770).
    Leica Cine 1 is more expensive than the average projector (£8,000 vs £770).£8,000 vs £770
  • 8.3 ms higher input lag
    Leica Cine 1 has a higher input lag than the average projector (35.3 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
    When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Leica Cine 1 has a higher input lag than the average projector (35.3 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.35.3 ms vs 27 ms
  • Basic focus control
    Leica Cine 1 has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Fixed focus optimized for screen size.
    What it is: Type of focus adjustment used by the projector.
    When it matters: When you change screen size or distance often, easier focus adjustment matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Leica Cine 1 has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.fixed vs manual
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What customers like about Leica Cine 1?

  • Exceptional build quality with a premium, minimalist 'Bauhaus' design and motorised dust cover.
  • Outstanding picture sharpness and clarity attributed to the high-performance Leica Summicron fixed-focal lens.
  • Vivid and accurate color reproduction out-of-the-box, covering 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut.
  • High brightness of 3,000 ANSI lumens, making it suitable for rooms with some ambient light.
  • Best-in-class integrated 50W Dolby Atmos sound system that rivals many external soundbars.
  • Smooth and responsive smart TV experience (Google TV in the US, VIDAA in other regions) with native support for major apps like Netflix.
  • Comprehensive connectivity including three HDMI ports (with eARC and ALLM) and an integrated TV tuner.

What customers dislike about Leica Cine 1?

  • Significantly higher price point compared to other ultra-short-throw (UST) projectors with similar technical specs.
  • Black levels are more 'dark grey' than deep black, which is common for DLP-based projectors but disappointing at this price.
  • Fixed-focal lens design requires extremely precise physical placement during setup to align with the screen.
  • Susceptibility to the 'rainbow effect' (DLP fringing) which may be distracting for some sensitive viewers.
  • The premium aluminium remote control lacks backlighting, making it difficult to use in darkened rooms.
  • Limited gaming features; specifically, no support for 4K/120Hz or Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).

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projectorreviews.com
08/09/2023
Leica Cine 1 Tri-Color Laser TV Review - Projector Reviews

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium 3,000-lumen 4K ultra-short-throw tri-laser projector featuring a fixed Summicron lens optimized strictly for specific screen sizes (100" or 120") to deliver flawless edge-to-edge sharpness and minimize color fringing. The projector sets an industry benchmark for out-of-the-box color accuracy, flawlessly mapping the Rec709 color gamut for SDR content and...Read more

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projectorcentral.com
05/03/2024
Leica Cine 1 UST Laser TV Projector Review

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium ultra-short-throw (UST) triple-laser projector that marks the famous camera brand's luxury entry into the laser TV market. While it is based on a Hisense triple-laser hardware platform, Leica differentiates this gorgeous, 33-pound aluminum chassis unit by integrating a hyper-crisp, fixed-focus Summicron lens that delivers unparalleled image sharpness,...Read more

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stereonet.com
04/04/2024
Leica Cine 1 Cinema TV Short Throw Projector Review - StereoNET

The Leica Cine 1 Ultra-Short Throw projector is lauded as a premium "Cinema TV" featuring a Leica Summicron lens, triple-RGB laser, and a Bauhaus-inspired chassis with an integrated 50W soundbar. It boasts excellent, out-of-the-box color accuracy, supports Dolby Vision/HDR10+, and operates on the responsive VIDAA smart interface. Conversely, the review notes that the projector's...Read more

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whathifi.com
27/11/2023
Leica Cine 1 Sound+Image review

The Leica Cine 1 (100-inch) is a premium ultra-short-throw "Cinema TV" projector that successfully reimagines home entertainment by combining Leica’s legendary optics with a complete smart television platform. Built through a technical partnership with Hisense, the unit features an elegant, space-age Bauhaus design with a motorized dust cover and a high-end remote control....Read more

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stuff.tv
06/09/2023
Leica Cine-1 hands-on review: laser-guided luxury - Stuff

Executive Summary The Leica Cine-1 is a premium ultra-short throw (UST) laser projector engineered to permanently replace a traditional living room television with an 80-inch, 100-inch, or 120-inch display. Housed in a luxurious silver aluminium chassis, it functions identically to a smart TV by integrating three physical tuners for cable, satellite, and aerial broadcasts alongside...Read more

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pocketmags.com
01/03/2024
Leica Cine 1 | What HiFi March 2024

The What Hi-Fi? review concludes that the Leica Cine 1 is a premium, ultra-short throw (UST) projector designed as a high-end replacement for a big-screen TV. Prominent pros include its exceptional, high-quality lens, outstanding out-of-the-box color accuracy, and a striking, unique design featuring an automated motorized lens cover that glides open when powered. It delivers an...Read more

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whathifi.com
14/12/2023
Leica Cine 1 review - What Hi-Fi?

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium ultra-short-throw (UST) projector marking the camera brand's luxury debut into home cinema, built on a core Hisense chassis but heavily upgraded with custom engineering. It features an exceptionally robust metallic aluminium housing with a motorized dust cover and uses a triple RGB laser lighting engine to deliver 3,000 lumens of peak brightness and...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
29/05/2024
Leica Cine 1 Review - Trusted Reviews

The Leica Cine 1 ultra-short-throw projector delivers a premium home cinema experience, featuring comprehensive connectivity with three rear-mounted HDMI ports supporting eARC and ALLM, alongside a responsive Vidaa 6.0 smart interface and low-latency performance suitable for casual gaming. Key strengths include its user-friendly interface, built-in Wi-Fi 6, and overall high-quality...Read more

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projectorreviews.com
07/09/2023
Leica Cine 1 Delivers Class Leading Performance From a Beautiful Package - Projector Reviews

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium, Bauhaus-inspired, aluminum-housed ultra-short-throw laser TV, recognized for class-leading performance, superior Leica Summicron lens quality, and a 3,000 ANSI lumen triple-laser light source that covers 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut. The projector, which includes a 50W Dolby Atmos sound system and Google TV interface, offers exceptional edge-to-edge...Read more

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computerbild.de
16/12/2023
Leica Cine 1 Review: Laser TV – The Best Mix of Projector and TV?

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium ultra-short-throw laser projector (Laser TV) that blends an elegant, minimalist matte-silver aluminium chassis with the complete internal functionality of a modern smart television. Designed to sit just 26 centimetres away from a wall or screen to project a massive 100-inch image, it features built-in triple tuners for cable, satellite, and antenna TV,...Read more

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avguide.ch
04/07/2023
Leica Cine 1 Cinema TV Review - Smart Projector

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium ultra-short-throw (UST) projector that stands out as an all-in-one "Cinema TV" solution rather than a conventional beamer. The review praises its outstanding picture quality, highlighting extreme edge-to-edge sharpness driven by its fixed Summicron lens and Leica's LIO™ optimization algorithm. Powered by a triple RGB-laser source delivering 3,000 ANSI...Read more

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heimkinoraum.de
18/02/2025
LEICA Cine 1 Review: Premium Laser TV with Top-Tier Picture

The Leica Cine 1 stands out as a highly premium, luxury ultra-short-throw (UST) 4K laser TV, retailing at a hefty €8,495. It differentiates itself from generic "plastic" competitors with an exceptionally robust, masterfully crafted all-aluminium chassis and an elegant motorised cover that glides open to reveal the high-end Leica Summicron optics. Setup is effortless, achieving a...Read more

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avguide.ch
04/07/2023
Leica Cine 1 Cinema TV Review - Smart Projector", "Leica Cine 1 Cinema TV Test - Smart Projector

The ⁠Leica Cine 1 is a premium ultra-short-throw projector available in fixed 80, 100, and 120-inch model variants, designed to sit extraordinarily close to the projection surface (between 14 and 36 cm away). According to the avguide.ch review, this 15 kg hardware unit features a high-end Leica Summicron lens with a fixed focal length and utilizes a Full-HD DLP chip with...Read more

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frandroid.com
24/03/2026
Leica Cine 1 Test: Our Full Review - Projectors

The Leica Ciné 1 is a high-end, ultra-short-throw (UST) projector built on a Hisense foundation and enhanced by Leica's premium optics and proprietary image optimization. It features an exceptional brushed aluminium design with an automated mechanical lens cover to block dust, solid gaming performance (35.3 ms input lag), and a responsive Vidaa smart TV interface that includes a...Read more

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on-mag.fr
02/10/2023
Leica Cine 1 100 Ultra Short Throw Projector Review: A Hisense Base and Leica Optics

Here is a specific summary of the review for the Leica Cine 1 100 ultra-short-throw projector: Technical Overview and Strengths The Leica Cine 1 100 is a premium ultra-short-throw projector priced at €8,495, built on a Hisense hardware foundation and running the responsive Vidaa 6.0 smart platform. It stands out for its exceptional brushed aluminum design, an automatic lens cover to...Read more

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avmagazine.it
24/05/2023
Leica Cine 1 Laser TV: First Measurements

The Leica Cine 1 is a premium ultra-short-throw laser projector based closely on the Hisense L9G platform, featuring a triple RGB laser light source, 4K resolution via TI's XPR technology, and a 0.25:1 throw ratio. Encased in a high-end, all-aluminum chassis with an automated lens cover, it acts as a smart TV replacement powered by VIDAA U 6.0 and includes built-in DVB-T2/S2 tuners....Read more

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magazine.discorsifotografici.it
27/05/2024
Leica Cine 1: When Optical Excellence Meets Home Cinema

The Leica Cine 1 ultra-short-throw projector successfully merges the brand's legendary optical craftsmanship with premium home cinema technology, serving as a standout lifestyle statement piece. Evaluated as a true luxury object, it features a striking Bauhaus-inspired aluminum chassis complete with an automatic motorized dust cover and the classic red dot branding....Read more

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