Epson Moverio BT-45C vs Microsoft HoloLens 2
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
Which should you buy?
Legacy enterprise pair; Moverio remains available while HoloLens 2 discontinuation forces re-evaluation.
Buy the Epson Moverio BT-45C if…
- You want the lighter 550g fit (vs 566g)
- You want adjustable lens dimming
Buy the Microsoft HoloLens 2 if…
- You want the wider 52° field of view (vs 34°)
- You want smoother 120Hz motion (vs 60Hz)
- You need full 6DoF positional tracking
- You want spatial audio
Verdict generated from the recorded spec differences shown in the table below — when a spec is missing for either product, it is left out rather than guessed.
Specs Comparison
| Specification |  Epson Moverio BT-45C Contact manufacturer |  Microsoft HoloLens 2 Contact manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | Contact manufacturer | Contact manufacturer |
| Display | ||
| Display type | Si-OLED (0.45-inch panel, 16:9), see-through binocular | See-through holographic waveguide lenses, 2k 3:2 light engines (laser-scanned MEMS) |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 2048x1080 |
| Pixels per degree | — | 47 |
| Field of view (°) | 34 | 52 |
| Refresh rate (Hz) | 60 | 120 |
| Virtual screen size (in) | 120 | — |
| HDR support | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Color support | Full color | Full color |
| Optics | ||
| Optics type | proprietary optical engine | waveguide |
| Dimming control | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Transparency level | see-through binocular overlay | see-through AR overlay |
| Prescription support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Diopter range | Over-the-glasses design, works with prescription eyewear | Fits over eyeglasses |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (g) | 550 | 566 |
| Frame style | binocular visor | headband visor |
| Color options | Black | Black |
| Foldable | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| IP rating | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Battery & power | ||
| Battery life (hours) | — | 2.5 |
| Charging method | USB-C (powered by host device) | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connectivity | USB-C | Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi 5, WiFi 6, USB-C |
| Tethered | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Compatible devices | Android, Windows | Standalone, Windows |
| Computing | ||
| Processing type | tethered | on-device |
| Operating system | Host-dependent (Android/Windows via USB-C); Moverio SDK | Windows Holographic OS (Windows 10-based; final feature release 24H1, Nov 2024) |
| Chipset | None onboard (tethered viewer; BT-45CS variant bundles BO-IC400N Android controller) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 + 2nd-gen custom Holographic Processing Unit (HPU), 4GB LPDDR4x, 64GB UFS 2.1 (untethered) |
| Sensors & input | ||
| Camera | 8MP | 8MP (5×) |
| Microphones | 3 | 5 |
| Speakers | open-ear | directional · spatial audio |
| Tracking | 3DoF, head | 6DoF, head, eye, hand, SLAM |
| Gesture control | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| Voice control | ✕ No | ✓ Yes |
| AI assistant | — | Cortana |
Buy the Epson Moverio BT-45C
Buy the Microsoft HoloLens 2
Epson Moverio BT-45C vs Microsoft HoloLens 2: FAQs
Which has the larger field of view: the Epson Moverio BT-45C or the Microsoft HoloLens 2?
The Microsoft HoloLens 2 has the larger field of view: Epson Moverio BT-45C measures 34 degrees vs 52 degrees for the Microsoft HoloLens 2.
Which is lighter: the Epson Moverio BT-45C or the Microsoft HoloLens 2?
The Epson Moverio BT-45C is lighter at 550g. The Epson Moverio BT-45C weighs 550g and the Microsoft HoloLens 2 weighs 566g.
What is the main difference between the Epson Moverio BT-45C and the Microsoft HoloLens 2?
Based on recorded specs, the Epson Moverio BT-45C leads on weight (16g lighter) while the Microsoft HoloLens 2 leads on field of view (18 degrees wider FOV).