Panasonic recently released several new presentation projectors, and they’ve seemingly got something for everyone, ranging from 3100 to 4400 lumens of brightness, XGA (1024 x 768) to WUXGA (1920 x 1200) resolution, and in both standard- and short-throw configurations. Starting with the lone short-throw model, the PT-TW350U offers 3300 lumens of brightness with a WXGA (1280 x 800) native resolution and can create images up to 100" diagonally, with a 0.46:1 throw ratio, making it suitable for a quick setup in small- to medium-sized conference rooms.
According to the B&H Explora Buying Guide to Projectors, “brightness is the most important specification;” so, with the only short-throw model on this list out of the way, I’ll list the rest from the brightest down: there’s the 4400-lumen, WUXGA PT-VZ470U; the 4100-lumen, XGA PT-LB423U; the 3800-lumen, XGA PT-LB383U; the 3600-lumen, WXGA PT-LW373U; the 3300-lumen, XGA PT-LB353U; and the 3100-lumen, WXGA PT-LW333U. These have “standard” throw ratios, meaning somewhere between 1:1 and 2:1, and will produce images up to 300" diagonally, suitable for use in medium to large conference rooms.
As always, if you need help determining the best projector for you, come in to the B&H SuperStore, where we have many display models running. If you can’t make it into the store, you can speak with our friendly, knowledgeable sales staff over the phone at 800-606-6969, or via chat or email.
