Epson Moverio BT-45C
Epson
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- Field of view
- 34°
- Weight
- 550 g
- Camera
- 8MP
The Epson Moverio BT-45C is an enterprise binocular see-through AR smart glasses featuring Epson's proprietary Si-OLED technology with a Full HD 1920x1080 binocular display, 34-degree field of view, 500,000:1 contrast ratio, MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability, and a centered 8MP front-facing camera -- designed for remote assistance, field service, and industrial applications via USB-C tethering.
Pros & cons
Pros
- 500,000:1 contrast ratio is exceptional -- deepest blacks of any AR display
- Full HD 1920x1080 binocular see-through display with Si-OLED technology
- MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability for drops, shock, vibration, and temperature extremes
- Centered 8MP camera with natural first-person perspective for remote assistance
- Established Moverio ecosystem with enterprise SDK and remote assistance partnerships
Cons
- 550g weight is heavy for extended wear -- among the heaviest AR devices
- 34-degree FOV is narrower than HoloLens 2 (52) and Magic Leap 2 (70)
- Tethered via USB-C -- no standalone capability, restricted mobility
- No hand or gesture tracking -- limited to head orientation and touch controls
- ~$1,999 enterprise pricing with limited consumer availability
Full specifications
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display type | Si-OLED (0.45-inch panel, 16:9), see-through binocular |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Field of view (°) | 34 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 120 |
| HDR support | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color |
| Not published: Pixels per degree, Brightness | |
| Optics | |
| Optics type | proprietary optical engine |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes |
| Transparency level | see-through binocular overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Over-the-glasses design, works with prescription eyewear |
| Physical | |
| Weight (g) | 550 |
| Frame style | binocular visor |
| Color options | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No |
| IP rating | MIL-STD-810H |
| Battery & power | |
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) |
| Not published: Battery life, Charging time | |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes |
| Compatible devices | Android, Windows |
| Computing | |
| Processing type | tethered |
| Operating system | Host-dependent (Android/Windows via USB-C); Moverio SDK |
| Chipset | None onboard (tethered viewer; BT-45CS variant bundles BO-IC400N Android controller) |
| Sensors & input | |
| Camera | 8MP |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Speakers | open-ear |
| Tracking | 3DoF, head |
| Gesture control | ✕ No |
| Voice control | ✕ No |
| Not published: AI assistant | |
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Epson Moverio BT-45C: FAQs
What field of view does the Epson Moverio BT-45C have?
The Epson Moverio BT-45C has a recorded field of view of 34 degrees.
How much does the Epson Moverio BT-45C weigh?
The Epson Moverio BT-45C weighs 550g according to the manufacturer specification.
Can I use the Epson Moverio BT-45C with prescription lenses?
Yes, the Epson Moverio BT-45C supports prescription lenses. The recorded diopter range is Over-the-glasses design, works with prescription eyewear.
Does the Epson Moverio BT-45C have a camera?
Yes, the Epson Moverio BT-45C has a built-in camera (8MP).
What devices work with the Epson Moverio BT-45C?
The Epson Moverio BT-45C lists compatibility with: Android, Windows.
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