Panasonic · 30,000+ lumens · Native

Panasonic PT-RQ50KU

50,000lumens
4096×2160native
1.13–7.69throw ratio
130.2 kgweight

The Panasonic PT-RQ50KU is a 1.40" DLP x 3 projector rated at 50,000 lumens with a native resolution of 4096×2160. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours / 24,000 hours (Eco). 6 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.13:1 to 7.69:1. Released December 2019.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (1.89:1 (4K HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightET-D3QS400 Zoom
1.45–2.1:1
ET-D3QT500 Zoom
1.98–3.4:1
ET-D3QT600 Zoom
2.71–3.89:1
ET-D3QT700 Zoom
3.89–5.43:1
ET-D3QT800 Zoom
4.98–7.69:1
ET-D3QW300 Zoom
1.13–1.72:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.05 m2.9–4.2 m4.0–6.8 m5.4–7.8 m7.8–10.9 m10.0–15.4 m2.3–3.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.58 m4.3–6.3 m5.9–10.2 m8.1–11.7 m11.7–16.3 m14.9–23.1 m3.4–5.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.11 m5.8–8.4 m7.9–13.6 m10.8–15.6 m15.6–21.7 m19.9–30.8 m4.5–6.9 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.64 m7.2–10.5 m9.9–17.0 m13.6–19.4 m19.4–27.1 m24.9–38.5 m5.6–8.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.16 m8.7–12.6 m11.9–20.4 m16.3–23.3 m23.3–32.6 m29.9–46.1 m6.8–10.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.22 m11.6–16.8 m15.8–27.2 m21.7–31.1 m31.1–43.4 m39.8–61.5 m9.0–13.8 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.27 m14.5–21.0 m19.8–34.0 m27.1–38.9 m38.9–54.3 m49.8–76.9 m11.3–17.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.33 m17.4–25.2 m23.8–40.8 m32.5–46.7 m46.7–65.2 m59.8–92.3 m13.6–20.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)7.91 m21.8–31.5 m29.7–51.0 m40.6–58.4 m58.4–81.4 m74.7–115.4 m16.9–25.8 m
20 m (65.6 ft)10.55 m29.0–42.0 m39.6–68.0 m54.2–77.8 m77.8–108.6 m99.6–153.8 m22.6–34.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)13.18 m36.2–52.5 m49.5–85.0 m67.8–97.2 m97.2–135.8 m124.5–192.2 m28.2–43.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)15.82 m43.5–63.0 m59.4–102.0 m81.3–116.7 m116.7–162.9 m149.4–230.7 m33.9–51.6 m

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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)4,444 m²91.8 × 48.4 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)889 m²41.1 × 21.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)296 m²23.7 × 12.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)148 m²16.8 × 8.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)89 m²13.0 × 6.8 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio1.89:1 (4K HD)
Audible Noise52 dB
Best Used ForProjection Mapping Events/Staging Museum/Exhibits
Brightness50,000 Lumens (ISO) 2
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelHDBaseT: RJ-45 HDMI Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin SDI: BNC USB: A x 2
Data ModesMAX 4096x2160
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type1.40" DLP x 3
Dynamic Contrast20,000:1
FeaturesOption Slots 24/7 Operation Edge Blending Geometric Correction
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light SourceLaser Phosphor
Light Source Life20,000 hours / 24,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power4,100 Watts 200V - 240V
Projector Size17.50" x 28.40" x 42.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedDecember 2019
Resolution4096x2160
StatusShipping
Street Price$259,999 (USD)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/25, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 2160p/24, 2160p/60, 576p, 480p
Warranty3 Years
Weight287.0 lbs

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
ET-D3QW300 Zoom1.13–1.72:111.3–17.2 m
ET-D3QS400 Zoom1.45–2.1:114.5–21.0 m
ET-D3QT500 Zoom1.98–3.4:119.8–34.0 m
ET-D3QT600 Zoom2.71–3.89:127.1–38.9 m
ET-D3QT700 Zoom3.89–5.43:138.9–54.3 m
ET-D3QT800 Zoom4.98–7.69:149.8–76.9 m

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