Panasonic PT-VMZ51U WUXGA Laser Projector
Panasonic’s PT-VMZ51U projector is similar to the PT-VZ580U reviewed above, but with a few major advantages, namely a much higher contrast ratio, more lumens, and a laser light source (instead of a lamp) that delivers consistent brightness and colour accuracy. Like the PT-VZ580U, the PT-VMZ51U isn’t quite a short throw projector, but it can work extremely well when mounted on the ceiling some distance away from the screen. If you have a preference for Panasonic projectors or want a non-4K laser projector that doesn’t cost as much as something like the BenQ LK936ST, this is what you should look at.
- Delivery time: 2-3 working days
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Technologies & Specs
The Panasonic PT-VMZ51U has a throw ratio of 1.09-1.77:1, which will usually necessitate mounting the projector at least 10 feet from the impact screen.
A very high 5200 lumens combined with a massive 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio means you get bright, vivid, rich, colourful and crisp images in practically any covered environment.
The 3LCD projector contains a SOLID SHINE laser light source that delivers up to 20,000 hours of deep imaging performance. You’d have to use the projector eight hours a day for seven years straight in order to get to that point!
Other features include:
- RCA, VGA and HDMI inputs
- remote control
- 1920×1200 WUXGA resolution (16:10 aspect ratio)
- lens shift
- vertical, horizontal and corner keystone correction
- 26-36 dB quiet operation
- an ECO management function for power saving
- a Direct Power Off function
- 4K input signal support
The PT-VMZ51U is also relatively light, portable and compact, weighing just 14.3 lbs.
You will pay a premium for the laser technology of this projector, but we think it’s worth the superior image quality, fast startup, and low maintenance. Compared to the old VMZ50U model, it’s brighter, quieter, and more power-efficient.