Dedicated dark cinemas
A strong fit for controlled rooms with dark finishes, where the D-ILA black floor and low-level image behaviour can be appreciated.
JVC · D-ILA · Premium dedicated cinema
DLA-NZ500
DLA-NZ500 is the entry point into JVC’s current native-4K laser D-ILA family: a compact dedicated-cinema projector built around genuine 4096 × 2160 panels, strong native contrast and Frame Adapt HDR.
Premium dedicated cinema
Light output2,000 lm
Imaging3-chip native 4K D-ILA
Native contrast40,000:1
Optics80 mm · 1.34–2.14:1
WHY IT EXISTS
A genuine native-4K D-ILA projector that brings JVC’s contrast-led cinema philosophy into a smaller and more accessible chassis.
NZ500 is particularly interesting for a genuinely dark dedicated room where black level, shadow detail and film presentation matter more than chasing the largest lumen number.
Its 2,000-lumen output and 1.6× lens mean the screen, gain and throw need to be designed sensibly. That makes it an excellent counterpoint to brighter alternatives such as Epson’s QB1000: the right answer depends on the room and image target.
IDEAL APPLICATION
Where this projector makes sense.
Moderate screen sizes
2,000 lumens can produce an excellent image when screen width, gain and HDR target are appropriate, but the light budget should be calculated rather than assumed.
Film-first systems
A natural option for viewers who value native 4K imaging, contrast and JVC’s Frame Adapt HDR approach over maximum light output.
PROJECTION OPTICS
The lens sets the physical envelope.
NZ500 uses an 80 mm, 15-element / 11-group fully motorised lens with 1.6× zoom, approximately 1.34–2.14:1 throw ratio, ±70% vertical and ±28% horizontal shift.
Optical configuration80 mm · 1.34–2.14:1The throw window is narrower than NZ800/NZ900, so establish lens-to-screen distance early.
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
The numbers to establish first.
Brightness2,000 lm
Imaging architecture3 × 0.69-inch native 4K D-ILA
Resolution4096 × 2160
Light sourceBLU-Escent laser
Native contrast40,000:1
Lens80 mm · 1.6× motorised zoom
Throw ratioApprox. 1.34–2.14:1
Lens shift±70% V / ±28% H
HDRFrame Adapt HDR · HDR10+ · HLG
HDMIUp to 4K60 input
Specifications are based on manufacturer-published information available at launch preparation. Options can vary by firmware, lens, configuration and region. Always verify final project data before ordering.
Manufacturer reference: JVC DLA-NZ500 product information
PROJECT CONTEXT
Available with specialist regional support.
For projects available through our regional specialist channel, we can help with projector selection, optics, screen geometry, processing and integration.
RegionSouthern Africa, with selected projects in Mauritius and Seychelles.
DesignScreen size, optics, projector position, cooling and signal processing considered together.
SupportSpecification, integration and ongoing system requirements are discussed before purchase.
Next stepEmail the room dimensions, screen width and projector position so we can start with the geometry.
PROJECT ENQUIRY
Start your purchasing journey.
Tell us about the room, screen and performance target. We will help establish whether DLA-NZ500 is the right fit and what the complete projection system requires.