Panasonic PT-FRQ60 vs Sony VPL-PHZ61
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 Panasonic PT-FRQ60 | Sony VPL-PHZ61 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | 3LCD |
| Technology brand | DLP | 3LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 3 |
| Chip / panel model | — | BrightEra LCD Panel |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.64 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1200 |
| Pixel shift | Other | — |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | — | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.46–2.93:1 | 1.23–1.97:1 |
| Throw reference point | — | Lens |
| Projection distance table | 40″: 1.26–2.57 m · 50″: 1.59–3.22 m · 60″: 1.91–3.88 m · 70″: 2.24–4.53 m · 80″: 2.57–5.18 m · 90″: 2.9–5.83 m · 100″: 3.22–6.49 m · 120″: 3.88–7.79 m · 150″: 4.86–9.75 m · 200″: 6.5–13.01 m · 250″: 8.14–16.28 m · 300″: 9.78–19.54 m | 80″: 2.12–3.39 m · 100″: 2.65–4.24 m · 120″: 3.18–5.09 m · 150″: 3.98–6.36 m · 200″: 5.3–8.48 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 2× | 1.6× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | -48–71% | -35–55% |
| Horizontal lens shift | -27–34% | ±15% |
| Motorized lens shift | No | No |
| Focal length | 21.5–43 mm | — |
| F-number | 2–3.4 | — |
| Interchangeable lens | No | No |
| Image size range | 40–300 in | 40–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | -30–30° |
| Horizontal keystone | -20–20° | -30–30° |
| Corner / warp correction | Warp | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | Laser diodes | Laser diode |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h · Eco: 24,000 h · Quiet: 20,000 h | Rated: 20,000 h |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | — |
| Constant brightness mode | Yes | — |
| Cool-down time | 0 s | — |
| Light-source dimming | Dynamic frame | Dynamic frame |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 6,000 lm | 6,400 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 6,000 lm | — |
| Brightness by mode | Normal: 6,000 lm · Eco: 4,800 lm · Quiet: 4,800 lm | Standard: 6,400 lm · Middle: 4,700 lm |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 90% | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 20,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | — |
| Colour | ||
| Colour temperature presets | — | D93, D65, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, Custom | 2.2, 2.4 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | — | 8 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | — | 6-axis |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HLG | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 240 Hz | — |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 8 ms | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | — | 16 W |
| Speaker count | 0 | 1 |
| Audio channels | — | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 4096 × 2160 | 4096 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI, HDCP 2.3 | HDMI (Input B): HDMI 2.0; HDMI (Input C): HDMI 2.0 |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 27–292 kHz | 15–92 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 24–240 Hz | 24–92 Hz |
| HDBaseT | Yes | Yes |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| USB media playback | — | No |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | Yes |
| PJLink class | Class 2 | — |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | — | None |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 36 dB(A) · Eco: 36 dB(A) · Quiet: 31 dB(A) | Standard: 37 dB(A) · Middle: 34 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–45°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 4,200 m | — |
| High-altitude mode | — | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear, 360° | Table, Ceiling, Portrait |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 505 W | 463 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 445 W · Eco: 355 W · Quiet: 355 W | Standard: 463 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | — | 1 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 498 mm | 422 mm |
| Depth | 492 mm | 338 mm |
| Height | 168 mm | 129 mm |
| Weight | 16.4 kg | 7 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | — | Side |
| Colours / finishes | Black, White | — |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M6 · Holes: 5 · Tapping depth mm: 15 · Torque nm: 4 | — |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | Yes |
| Air filter | None | Replaceable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Laser product class | Class 1 (IEC/EN 60825-1:2014) | — |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 🇺🇸 US 5 yr or 12,000 h |
| User manual | https://bizpartner.panasonic.net/public/ppr/file_view/205235 | https://helpguide.sony.net/vpl/phz51/v1/en/index.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord | Remote, Battery, Power cord, Light shield, Setup guide |
| Remote type | — | IR |