With latest laser light source projector.

Sony unveiled its VPL-VZ1000ES native 4K HDR ultra short throw home theatre laser light source projector to a select group of media last week at its local headquarters. The projector can be positioned just six inches away from the wall, yet produce a 254cm (100 inch) image, measured diagonally in 16:9.

Sony business development manager, Michael Bromley said, “Sony has been developing projectors for 45 years. Our first home cinema projector was introduced to the market in 1972 and since then, we have been at the forefront of innovation in both home cinema and commercial cinema. Our first 4K projector was released in 2005, so effectively we have been in the 4K market for 12 years. We then launched our first native 4K projector in 2011 and our first laser projector in 2013. Now we are launching our latest native 4K HDR ultra short throw home theatre laser light source projector.”

Sony group manager for business and institutional professional solutions, Brad Hanrahan added, “The VPL-VZ1000ES is the only projector that can deliver true, native 4K HDR pictures from the lens to the lounge.

L to R: Sony group manager for business and institutional professional solutions, Brad Hanrahan and Sony business development manager, Michael Bromley

“Up until now home cinema enthusiasts have needed a dedicated room for watching projected content; this isn’t always ideal, since not everyone has the luxury of extra space to accommodate an extra-large screen. Put simply, this projector can replace any TV and give you a better viewing experience.”

Despite its compact size and lower price, the VPL-VZ1000ES generates 2,500 lumens of colour light output, 25% brighter than the VPL-GTZ1.

Sony’s advanced SXRD panels, coupled with the Z-Phosphor laser light engine, produce high dynamic contrast, enhancing the highlights and lowlights of HDR content. The projector’s Z-Phosphor laser light source hits peak brightness much quicker than conventional projector lamps. Brightness and colour accuracy are also maintained longer, reducing the inconvenience of lamp replacement.

The VPL-VZ1000ES ultra short throw 4K HDR home theatre projector is available now from Authorised Sony Professional Dealers for an SRP of $30,999.