Panasonic
ET-DLE450 Long Throw Zoom Lens
Best long-throw lens for professional large-venue projector installations.
Elevate your visual presentations with the Panasonic ET-DLE450 Long Throw Zoom Lens. Engineered for Panasonic 1-Chip DLP™ Projectors, this lens provides exceptional flexibility for installations requiring extended projection distances. Achieve precise image placement and optimal WUXGA resolution performance with its variable focal distance and powered zoom capabilities. Designed for professional environments, its robust construction ensures reliable integration into sophisticated AV systems, delivering crisp and clear visuals for impactful presentations and events.
$2737.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
39
/ 294
#39 in Projectors
Price vs Category Average
+161%
Above average
F value
1.82.4
/ -
Who it's for
- AV technicians managing large auditoriums or distant projection booths
- Installers needing precise image sizing without moving heavy equipment
- Professionals requiring maximum brightness and edge-to-edge image clarity
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking an affordable projection solution
- Solo installers lacking assistance for heavy, complex hardware mounting
- Users owning projectors from brands other than Panasonic
Performance breakdown
Throw Versatility
Exceptional range allows for flexible placement in large-scale venue installations.
Optical Precision
Maintains sharp, high-resolution clarity even at significant projection distances.
Build Integrity
Robust construction ensures reliable performance in demanding professional AV environments.
Adjustment Ease
Powered zoom functionality makes fine-tuning image placement quick and effortless.
System Compatibility
Seamlessly integrates with Panasonic 1-Chip DLP projectors for optimized output.
Form Factor
Compact design balances professional-grade optics with manageable weight and size.
Key Specs
F value
1.8 - 2.4
Focal distance (f)
79.5 - 125.2 mm
Throw Ratio
5.4-8.6:1 (WUXGA)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
95 x 95 x 210 mm
Weight
1.3 kg (2.9 lbs)
Features
- Powered zoom for flexible image adjustment
- Designed for Panasonic 1-Chip DLP Projectors
- Offers long-throw projection capability
- Variable focal distance for precise placement
- Optimized for WUXGA resolution
- High-quality optical performance
What customers say
Professionals highly value the Panasonic ET-DLE450 for its exceptional optical clarity and sharpness, especially across its long throw range, making it ideal for large venues. Users consistently note the robust, professional build quality, confirming its reliability in demanding settings. The precision of the zoom and focus mechanisms allows for accurate image alignment over great distances, maintaining image integrity. While the premium cost is acknowledged, the superior performance and stability required for mission-critical, long-distance projection often justify the investment for top-tier results.
Know before you buy
This lens is specifically engineered for use with Panasonic 1-Chip DLP™ projectors. It is important to verify your specific projector model's compatibility list to ensure the lens mount and internal software support this particular optic.
The throw ratio determines how far the projector must be placed from the screen to achieve a specific image size. With a 5.4–8.6:1 ratio, this lens is designed for long-throw applications, meaning the projector should be positioned at a significant distance from the screen, such as at the back of a large auditorium or hall.
Yes, the ET-DLE450 features powered zoom capabilities. This allows you to make precise adjustments to the image size and focus remotely through the projector's control system, which is essential for installations where the projector is mounted in a hard-to-reach location.
Absolutely. The lens is optimized to deliver high-quality optical performance at WUXGA resolution, ensuring that your projected content remains crisp, clear, and detailed across the entire throw range.
The lens weighs 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs). While this is relatively lightweight, you should ensure that your projector mount is rated to handle the combined weight of the projector and this specific lens to maintain stability and alignment.
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