Panasonic PT-VMZ50 vs Panasonic PT-VMZ71
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 Panasonic PT-VMZ50MSRP $4,499 |  Panasonic PT-VMZ71 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Technology brand | — | 3LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.64 in | 0.64 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1200 | 1920 × 1200 |
| Pixel shift | — | None |
| Addressable resolution | — | 1920 × 1200 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.09–1.77:1 | 1.09–1.77:1 |
| Projection distance table | 30″: 0.68–1.12 m · 40″: 0.93–1.51 m · 50″: 1.16–1.89 m · 60″: 1.39–2.26 m · 70″: 1.64–2.66 m · 80″: 1.87–3.03 m · 90″: 2.12–3.43 m · 100″: 2.35–3.8 m · 120″: 2.83–4.57 m · 150″: 3.54–5.72 m · 200″: 4.73–7.64 m · 250″: 5.92–9.56 m · 300″: 7.11–11.48 m | 30″: 0.68–1.12 m · 40″: 0.93–1.51 m · 50″: 1.16–1.89 m · 60″: 1.39–2.26 m · 70″: 1.64–2.66 m · 80″: 1.87–3.03 m · 90″: 2.12–3.43 m · 100″: 2.35–3.8 m · 120″: 2.83–4.57 m · 150″: 3.54–5.72 m · 200″: 4.73–7.64 m · 250″: 5.92–9.56 m · 300″: 7.11–11.48 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6× | 1.6× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0–44% | 0–44% |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±20% | ±20% |
| Motorized lens shift | No | No |
| Focal length | 15.3–24.64 mm | 15.3–24.64 mm |
| F-number | 1.6–2.12 | 1.6–2.12 |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Image size range | 30–300 in | 30–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -25–25° | -25–25° |
| Horizontal keystone | -35–35° | -35–35° |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | Warp |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | Laser Diode | Laser diodes |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h · Eco: 24,000 h · Quiet: 20,000 h | Normal: 20,000 h · Quiet: 20,000 h · Eco: 24,000 h |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | 50% brightness |
| Warm-up time | — | 14.5 sMeasured |
| Light-source dimming | Dynamic frame | Dynamic frame |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 5,000 lm | 7,000 lm |
| ANSI lumens | — | 7,000 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 7,500 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Peak lumens |
| Brightness by mode | Light power normal: 5,000 lm · Light power eco quiet: 3,300 lm | — |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 85% | 85% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 3,000,000:1 | 3,000,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | Laser dimming |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 90% | — |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1200: 60 Hz | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 1 |
| Audio channels | Mono | 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 1.4b, HDCP 1.4; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4b, HDCP 1.4 | — |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm, Rca | — |
| Horizontal scan frequency | — | 15.6–91.1 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | — | 24–100 Hz |
| HDBaseT | Yes | Yes |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | Yes | Yes |
| PJLink class | Class 2 | Class 2 |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | None | None |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 37 dB(A) · Quiet: 27 dB(A) | Normal: 38 dB(A) · Eco: 38 dB(A) · Quiet: 28 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–45°C | 0–45°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 2,700 m | 2,700 m |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear, 360° | Table, Ceiling, Rear, 360° |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 370 W | 420 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 330 W · Eco: 235 W · Quiet: 230 W | Normal: 390 W · Eco: 275 W · Quiet: 270 W |
| Standby power | 0.4 W | 0.5 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 399 mm | 399 mm |
| Depth | 348 mm | 348 mm |
| Height | 133 mm | 133 mm |
| Weight | 7.2 kg | 7 kg |
| Colours / finishes | White | White, Black |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 8 | Thread: M4 · Holes: 4 · Tapping depth mm: 8 · Torque nm: 1.25 |
| Air filter | Washable | Washable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Laser product class | Class 3R (USA and Canada); Class 1 (other regions) | Class 1 |
| Safety & market certifications | — | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr or 2,500 h · 🇦🇺 AU 5 yr or 10,000 h | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr or 6,000 h |
| Light-source warranty | 5 years / 10,000 hours (Australia, reseller listing) | — |
| User manual | https://eu.connect.panasonic.com/sites/default/files/media/document/2024-04/vmz50_manual_en.pdf | https://20033507.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/20033507/Product%20Documents/Projectors/Panasonic/Panasonic%20PT-VM%20User%20Manual.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Power cord, Remote control, Batteries, Lens cap | Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Lens cover |