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BenQ GS50

500lumens
1920×1080native
1.21–1.21throw ratio
2.3 kgweight

The BenQ GS50 is a 0.23" DLP x 1 projector rated at 500 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a led light source rated for 20,000 hours / 30,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.21:1. Released October 2021.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.21:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m3.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m4.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m7.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m9.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m12.1 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m14.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m18.1 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m24.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m30.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m36.3 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)44 m²8.9 × 5.0 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)9 m²4.0 × 2.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)3 m²2.3 × 1.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)1 m²1.6 × 0.9 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)1 m²1.3 × 0.7 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise29 dB / 27 dB (Eco)
Battery Life2 Hours
Best Used ForGaming
Brightness500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack DisplayPort HDMI 2.0 HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) USB: A Wireless Networking
Contrast100,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 3840x2160
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.23" DLP x 1
FeaturesGeometric Correction HDR Auto Focus Android TV™ Google Assistant™ Soft Carrying Case
Image Size30.04" - 112.08"
Included LensFixed focal length , Powered focus
Internal Speakers5.0 Watts × 2
Lens ShiftNo
Light SourceLED
Light Source Life20,000 hours / 30,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$799 (USD)
Power65 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 8'-9" from the screen.
Projector Size6.06" x 7.32" x 5.75" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2021
Resolution1920x1080
StatusShipping
Street Price$549 (USD)
Throw Distance2.6' - 9.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.21:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 2160p/60, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight5.1 lbs

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

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