The difference that matters
The Panasonic PT-VMZ72 is brighter (7,300 lumens against 5,500). The Panasonic PT-VMZ72 throws a given image from closer (ratio 1.09 against 1.36). The BenQ LK935 lists higher resolution (4K UHD). The BenQ LK935 costs $320 less at the prices we observed.
Side by side
| Specification | BenQ LK935 | Panasonic PT-VMZ72 |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | 5,500 lm | 7,300 lm |
| Resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) | WUXGA (1920 × 1200) |
| Native aspect | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Throw ratio | 1.36–2.18:1 | 1.09–1.77:1 |
| Distance for a 10.5 × 8 ft 4:3 screen | 19′ | 13′ 9″ |
| Brightness on that screen | 49 fL | 72 fL |
| Light source | Laser | Laser |
| Rated life | 20,000 h | 20,000 h |
| Zoom | 1.6× | 1.6× optical |
| Lens shift | Large vertical and horizontal shift | Horizontal and vertical |
| Input lag | — | — |
| Price seen | $4,499 | $4,819 |
Highlighted rows differ. Figures come from each product's sources; room depth, distances and brightness are FOREference calculations using the same method for both.
Which should you choose?
BenQ LK935
Choose the BenQ LK935 if image detail matters most or price leads the decision.
Panasonic PT-VMZ72
Choose the Panasonic PT-VMZ72 if your room has ambient light or a large screen or you need to mount it close to the screen.
Before you buy either
- Check the room: room size calculator and ceiling height calculator.
- Confirm what each seller includes — accessories, software trials and bundles change often.
- Read the limitations on each full reference page.
FOREference compares published specifications; we have not tested these products side by side. How we work · Disclosure