Optoma has released two new DuraCore lasers that join the ZU920TST (which we recently reviewed). The ZU820T and ZU725T are both native WUXGA (1920x1200) projectors with rated brightness at 8,800 and 7,700 lumens, respectively, with 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio. They accept 4K and HDR signals. The DuraCore laser will last up to 30,000 hours depending on laser power mode and the entire optical engine is IP5X rated (meaning it's dust protected) for extended durability.

The new projectors have a throw ratio of 1.25-2.1:1 and come with motorized 1.6x zoom, focus, and lens shift (±55% vertical and horizontal). For projector placement range, you can reference ProjectorCentral's projection throw calculator. The projectors are capable of 360-degree placement and come with integrated warping and edge blending capabilities, and horizontal, vertical, and four-corner keystone adjustment.

Connectivity includes two HDMI in (one 2.0 and one 1.4a with 3D support), HDMI 2.0 out, HDBaseT, VGA in, 3D sync in and out, a 12V trigger, LAN, RS-232, 3.5mm audio in and out, and USB-A for power. There's also a wired remote for installation where line-of-sight control is not a viable possibility.

The two projectors are identical in size and weight, measuring 6.93x19.13x17.03 inches (HWD) and weighing 30.86 lbs. They are available now, with pricing set at $6,299 for the ZU820T and $5,299 for the ZU725T.

For more detailed specifications and connections, check out our Optoma ZU820T projector page.

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