Sony VPL-FHZ85
| Brand | Sony · Laser Projectors |
| Type | Installation |
| Released | January 2022 |
| Resolution | WUXGA |
| Imaging technology | 3LCD |
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) |
| ISO light output | 7,300 lm |
| Throw ratio | 1.39–2.23:1 |
A 3LCD laser-diode installation projector with 1920x1200 panels and a rated 7,300 ISO 21118 lumens. It has a motorized 1.6x zoom lens that can be swapped for six optional lenses, HDBaseT, automatic filter cleaning and a sealed light source. It has no built-in speaker or Wi-Fi.
Data sheet
Picture
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.76 in | |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 | |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1200 | |
| Addressable resolution | 1920 × 1200 | |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | Zone | |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4 | |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 1.39–2.23:1 | |
| Throw reference point | Lens | |
| Projection distance table | 80″: 2.36–3.86 m · 100″: 2.96–4.84 m · 120″: 3.57–5.82 m · 150″: 4.47–7.29 m · 200″: 5.97–9.73 m | |
| Zoom type | Optical | |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6× | |
| Focus | Motorized | |
| Vertical lens shift | -5–70% | |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±32% | |
| Motorized lens shift | Yes | |
| Interchangeable lens | Yes | |
| Image size range | 40–600 in | |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | |
| Horizontal keystone | -30–30° | |
| Corner / warp correction | Warp |
Light source
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | |
| Light source detail | Laser diode | |
| Light source life | Standard: 20,000 h · Middle: 30,000 h | |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | |
| Light-source dimming | Continuous | |
| ISO light output | 7,300 lm ISO 21118 · Standard mode | ISO 21118 · Standard mode |
| Brightness by mode | Standard: 7,300 lm · Middle: 5,840 lm |
Audio
Inputs, control & connectivity
| Max input signal | 4096 × 2160 | |
| HDMI port count | 1 | |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–92 kHz | |
| Vertical scan frequency | 24–92 Hz | |
| HDBaseT | Yes | |
| VGA input | Yes | |
| RS-232 | Yes | |
| LAN control | Yes | |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | |
| Wi-Fi | None | |
| Ethernet | Yes |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 0–45°C | |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling | |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | |
| Power consumption (max) | 506 W | |
| Power consumption by mode | Standard 100 120v: 506 W · Standard 220 240v: 474 W | |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | |
| Networked standby power | 16 W | |
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 38 dB(A) · Middle: 36 dB(A) |
Physical & installation
| Width | 460 mm | |
| Depth | 517 mm | |
| Height | 174 mm | |
| Weight | 13 kg | |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Side | |
| Colours / finishes | Black, White | |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | |
| Air filter | Replaceable |
Support & ownership
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 5 yr or 12,000 h Reported by ProjectorCentral; Sony warranty page not readable. | |
| User manual | https://helpguide.sony.net/vpl/fhz85/v1/en/index.html |
In the box
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Plug holder, Setup guide |
Tools
- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the VPL-FHZ85 needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 1.39–2.23:1 lens.
- Download spec as CSV — Every value on this data sheet with its unit and source, one row per spec.
- Download spec as JSON — The same data from the open data API, with variants and identifiers.
Variants & identifiers
Use these to confirm a listing is this exact model. Any of them works at /p/{code}.
| Variant | Region | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 🇺🇸 US | ASIN | B09PHPJ3QX |
| MPN | VPL-FHZ85 |
Reviews
| Date | Title | Publication |
|---|---|---|
| August 22, 2022 | Sony VPL-FHZ85 Laser Projector Review | ProjectorCentral |
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Sources
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Specifications
- Sony Pro VPL-FHZ85 product and specifications page (copy hosted by the Internet Archive Wayback Machine, 18 Dec 2023)
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Panel Alignment
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Projection Distance
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Projection Distance and formula
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Lens Shift Range
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Screen Fitting
- ProjectorCentral
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Light Settings
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Gamma Mode
- ProjectorCentral projector database: Sony VPL-FHZ85
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Setting the Crestron Functions
- ProjectorCentral
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: High Altitude Mode
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Cleaning the Air Filter
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide (user manual, online)
- Sony VPL-FHZ85/FHZ80 Help Guide: Checking the Supplied Accessories
