• Panasonic PT-CMZ50BU WUXGA LCD Short-Throw Laser Projector (Black)
  • Panasonic PT-CMZ50BU WUXGA LCD Short-Throw Laser Projector (Black)
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Panasonic PT-CMZ50BU WUXGA LCD Short-Throw Laser Projector (Black)

SKU: PTCMZ50BU  |  UPC: 885170408135
$4,799.00 $7,999.00
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Best For

🎓 Education ⛪ House of Worship 🏢 Corporate Collaboration 🛍️ Retail / Digital Signage

Key Features

  • ✅ 5,200 ANSI Lumens Bright Laser Projection
  • ✅ WUXGA (1920 × 1200) Native Resolution
  • ✅ Ultra-Short Throw 3LCD Laser Projector
  • ✅ 0.235:1 Throw Ratio
  • ✅ Projects 80" Image from Approx. 1 cm (0.4") Away
  • ✅ Projects Up to 120" Diagonal Images
  • ✅ Minimal Shadowing & Reduced Glare
  • ✅ 20,000-Hour SOLID SHINE Laser Light Source
  • ✅ Supports 21:9 & 27:9 Widescreen Content
  • ✅ 4K Signal Input Support

Best For

  • Higher education hyflex lecture halls
  • Corporate boardrooms using Microsoft Teams Front Row
  • Museums and retail displays with limited throw distance

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Professional Ultra-Short-Throw Performance

The Panasonic PT-CMZ50BU is one of the best solutions for well-lit classrooms and conference rooms where space is at a premium. By utilizing an ultra-short-throw lens, it eliminates the common issue of shadows on the screen, allowing presenters to stand directly in front of the image without disruption.

Vibrant Visuals in Any Lighting

With 5,200 lumens of brightness and a 3,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast ratio, this projector ensures that text is crisp and images are vivid even in rooms with significant ambient light. Its WUXGA resolution provides extra vertical space compared to standard HD, perfect for complex spreadsheets and documents.

Modern Connectivity and Integration

This unit is built for the future of work, supporting ultra-widescreen 21:9 and 27:9 aspect ratios. It features CEC-compatible HDMI ports that allow the projector to wake up automatically when a laptop is plugged in, ensuring a frictionless user experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best professional short-throw laser projector for hyflex learning and well-lit boardrooms?

The Panasonic PT-CMZ50BU is one of the best ultra-short-throw solutions for high-traffic educational and corporate environments. It is specifically designed to deliver large, vibrant images in limited spaces without the typical shadows or glare caused by presenters standing in front of the lens.

Is This Right For You?


Ideal If

  • You need to eliminate shadows during presentations
  • You require high-resolution (WUXGA) clarity for text-heavy slides
  • You want a zero-maintenance laser light source for 20,000+ hours

Not Ideal If

  • You are looking for a portable, battery-powered pico projector
  • You lack a perfectly flat surface or professional mount for installation
  • You only require basic 720p resolution for casual viewing

Recommendation

Choose the PT-CMZ50BU if you need a professional-grade, bright, ultra-short-throw unit that supports modern widescreen meeting formats.
Unlike traditional projectors that require 10+ feet for a large image, this creates a massive display from less than an inch away.
Uses 31% less energy per lumen than lamp-based counterparts and eliminates the cost of replacement bulbs.

Optimized for well-lit hyflex classrooms, modern glass-walled conference rooms, digital signage in tight retail spaces, and collaborative hybrid meeting hubs.

Requires stable wall or ceiling mounting for optimal geometry; specialized ultra-short-throw screens are recommended for the best contrast performance.

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Panasonic PT-CMZ50BU WUXGA LCD Short-Throw Laser Projector (Black)

$4,799.00 $7,999.00

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Dimensions

(19˝ x 6˝ x 16˝

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Aspect Ratio

16:10 (WUXGA)

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Content

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Native Resolution

1920 x 1200

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Contrast Ratio

3,000,000:1

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Throw Distance

0.235:1

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Lens

F = 1.7, f = 2.81 mm

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Inputs

HDMI™ 19-pin x 2, D-sub 15-pin (female) x 1, M3 stereo mini-jack x 1, D-sub 9-pin (female) x 1, RJ-45 x 1

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Outputs

HDMI™ 19-pin x 1, M3 stereo mini-jack x 1

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Display Technology

LCD

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Wireless Networking

No

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Speakers

10.0 W Mono

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Economode

-

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Audible Noise

35.0 dB

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Lamp Life

24000 Hrs

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Short Throw

No

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Aspect Ratio

16:10 (WUXGA)

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Image Size Diagonal

80–120 in

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Lens Shift

-

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Data / Video Signals

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Digital Keystone

Vertical & Horizontal

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Unit Weight

20.9 lbs

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Projector Methods

Front, Rear, Ceiling Mount, Table Top

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WiFi

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General

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TAA Compliant

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PDF Documents

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Diagonal Size

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Dimensions

(19˝ x 6˝ x 16˝

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Aspect Ratio

16:10 (WUXGA)

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White Balance

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Image Stabilization

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Image Flip

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ICR

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Sync

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Audio Input

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Audio

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Camera Control

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Power

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Optical Zoom

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