Sony Electronics’ newest professional projector, the VPL-GTZ380, is the latest addition to the company’s lineup of native 4K (4096×2160) SXRD models. The new projector offers a high contrast ratio, 10,000 lumen brightness, high dynamic range and Native 4K resolution and a wide color gamut. It was designed for a wide range of corporate, entertainment and simulation applications. The flagship projector incorporates new technology coupled with a small form factor and quiet operation.

Featuring a newly developed 0.74” Native 4K SXRD panel, the VPL-GTZ380 provides detailed imagery with a high 16,000:1 contrast ratio to deliver deep blacks.  A new liquid crystal material is utilized for the panel, which improves light stability and consistency of it’s 10,000 lumens brightness. This allows the VPL-GTZ380 to be used in both bright and dark environments, offering increased versatility and flexibility in installation.  The VPL-GTZ380’s new laser light source, which incorporates a red laser diode in addition to the two different-wavelength blue laser diodes, enables a wide color gamut encompassing 100% of the DCI-P3 spec without any loss of brightness.

The new 4K SXRD model is equipped with a high performance picture processor optimized for projection, “X1 Ultimate for projector,” which is based on the original X1 Ultimate processor used in Sony’s high-end line of BRAVIA TVs. This includes new features such as Dynamic HDR Enhancer and Object Based HDR Remaster to enhance dynamic range and achieve deeper blacks.  The VPL-GTZ380 also supports HDR formats including HDR 10 and HLG for more natural color reproduction.

From a design perspective, at 112 pounds, the VPL-GTZ380 has a compact body size for its class, due to the adoption of the small sized panel and patented phosphor wheel providing efficient heat release. This allows the model to be easily integrated into a variety of installation environments, including 360-degree installation.  Additionally, the projector achieves 39dB for quiet operation due to the use of liquid SXRD panel cooling system and streamlined air flow design.  Its form factor, quiet operation and easily stackable four corner mount design enables multi-projection in domes and for large screen exhibitions.  Due to its high contrast and deep black levels, the projector minimizes banding, allowing for uniform blending.

Through an optional license, the VPL-GTZ380 can also support 4K 120Hz and low transport delay, which are essential for displaying CG images for training simulators and large-screen displays of eSports events.  The model has additional optional 3D and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) functions for use in VR research facilities and for specialized training. The VPL-GTZ380 will be available in January of 202. MSRP has not yet been set.

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