Panasonic · 5,000–7,999 lumens · WUXGA
Panasonic PT-MZ782-BU
7,500lumens
1920×1200native
0.33–7.12throw ratio
18.6 kgweight
The Panasonic PT-MZ782-BU is a 0.76" 3LCD projector rated at 7,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours / 24,000 hours (Eco). 5 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.33:1 to 7.12:1. Released June 2024.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WUXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height | ET-ELT22 Zoom 2.72–4.48:1 | ET-ELT23 Zoom 4.44–7.12:1 | ET-ELU20 Short Zoom 0.33–0.35:1 | ET-ELW21 Fixed 0.76:1 | ET-ELW22 Short Zoom 0.79–0.98:1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.25 m | 5.4–9.0 m | 8.9–14.2 m | 0.7–0.7 m | 1.5 m | 1.6–2.0 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 1.88 m | 8.2–13.4 m | 13.3–21.4 m | 1.0–1.0 m | 2.3 m | 2.4–2.9 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 2.5 m | 10.9–17.9 m | 17.8–28.5 m | 1.3–1.4 m | 3.0 m | 3.2–3.9 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.12 m | 13.6–22.4 m | 22.2–35.6 m | 1.7–1.8 m | 3.8 m | 4.0–4.9 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 3.75 m | 16.3–26.9 m | 26.6–42.7 m | 2.0–2.1 m | 4.6 m | 4.7–5.9 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 5.0 m | 21.8–35.8 m | 35.5–57.0 m | 2.6–2.8 m | 6.1 m | 6.3–7.8 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 6.25 m | 27.2–44.8 m | 44.4–71.2 m | 3.3–3.5 m | 7.6 m | 7.9–9.8 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 7.5 m | 32.6–53.8 m | 53.3–85.4 m | 4.0–4.2 m | 9.1 m | 9.5–11.8 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 9.38 m | 40.8–67.2 m | 66.6–106.8 m | 5.0–5.2 m | 11.4 m | 11.9–14.7 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 12.5 m | 54.4–89.6 m | 88.8–142.4 m | 6.6–7.0 m | 15.2 m | 15.8–19.6 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 15.62 m | 68.0–112.0 m | 111.0–178.0 m | 8.2–8.8 m | 19.0 m | 19.8–24.5 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 18.75 m | 81.6–134.4 m | 133.2–213.6 m | 9.9–10.5 m | 22.8 m | 23.7–29.4 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 667 m² | 32.7 × 20.4 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 133 m² | 14.6 × 9.1 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 44 m² | 8.4 × 5.3 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 22 m² | 6.0 × 3.7 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 13 m² | 4.6 × 2.9 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 (WUXGA) |
|---|---|
| Audible Noise | 32 dB / 26 dB (Eco) |
| Best Used For | Higher Education House of Worship Corporate/Business |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Connection Panel | Audio In: Mini Jack Audio Out: Mini Jack HDBaseT: RJ-45 HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) x 3 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin |
| Data Modes | MAX 1920x1200 |
| Digital Keystone | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | 0.76" 3LCD |
| Features | DICOM Edge Blending Geometric Correction HDMI CEC Crestron RoomView™ |
| Image Size | 40.25" - 399.92" |
| Included Lens | 1.7x Powered zoom , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | No |
| Lens Shift | Horizontal +/-35% & Vertical +/-67% |
| Light Source | Laser Phosphor |
| Light Source Life | 20,000 hours / 24,000 hours (Eco) |
| MSRP | n/a |
| Power | 435 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 8.82" x 22.09" x 17.28" (HxWxD) |
| Released | June 2024 |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 |
| Status | Shipping |
| Street Price | $6,934 (USD) |
| Throw Distance | 7.9' - 45.5' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 1.61:1 - 2.76:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 2160p/60, 576p, 480p |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 41.0 lbs |
| White Brightness | 7,500 Lumens (ISO) 2 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
Compatible lenses
| Lens | Throw ratio | Distance for 10 m width |
|---|---|---|
| ET-ELU20 Short Zoom | 0.33–0.35:1 | 3.3–3.5 m |
| ET-ELW21 Fixed | 0.76:1 | 7.6 m |
| ET-ELW22 Short Zoom | 0.79–0.98:1 | 7.9–9.8 m |
| ET-ELT22 Zoom | 2.72–4.48:1 | 27.2–44.8 m |
| ET-ELT23 Zoom | 4.44–7.12:1 | 44.4–71.2 m |
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