The difference that matters
The Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST is brighter (7,000 lumens against 5,200). The BenQ LU960ST2 throws a given image from closer (ratio 0.5 against 0.797). The Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST costs $680 less at the prices we observed.
Side by side
| Specification | BenQ LU960ST2 | Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | 5,200 lm | 7,000 lm |
| Resolution | WUXGA (1920 × 1200) | WUXGA (1920 × 1200) |
| Native aspect | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Throw ratio | 0.5:1 | 0.797–1.01:1 |
| Distance for a 10.5 × 8 ft 4:3 screen | 6′ 4″ | 10′ 1″ |
| Brightness on that screen | 52 fL | 69 fL |
| Light source | Laser | Laser |
| Rated life | 20,000 h | 20,000 h |
| Zoom | — | 1.2× optical |
| Lens shift | Large vertical and horizontal lens shift | Horizontal and vertical |
| Input lag | — | — |
| Price seen | $7,499 | $6,819 |
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?
Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST
Choose the Panasonic PT-VMZ7ST if your room has ambient light or a large screen or price leads the decision.
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