Where are the new 4K Short Throw Projectors?

[jasonreg]

I know there are a handful around but I am a bit surprised that there are not more 4K Short Throw projectors avail. So far I have found:

• Ben Q 936ST - released in Apr 2022, Laser, 5100 lumens, Throw Ratio 0.81:1 - 0.89:1
• Optoma 4K400STx- released in Oct 2022, Bulb, 4000 lumens, Throw Ratio 0.50:1
• Optoma UHD355STx- released in Sep 2022, Bulb, 3600 lumens, Throw Ratio 0.50:1
• BenQ TK700STi - released in May 2021, Bulb, 3000 lumens, Throw Ratio 0.90:1 - 1.08:1

I currently run an Optoma ZU606TST-W, released Oct 2019, Laser, 6000 lumens, Throw Ratio 0.79:1, WUXGA (1920x1200). From a brightness point of view, really only the 956ST represents a similar unit and the throw ratio is essentially the same but it all comes at a cost. I am (generally) not a huge fan of the metal halide bulb units (though I am a fan of the price) but overall, I am not sure I will get a big enough bang for the buck compared to my current projector.

Anyone have any insights/rumors/thoughts on new, or other 4K projectors to consider?

[hamviper]

The top one here is a recent release, bottom was last year.

LG ProBeam BU53RG

LG ProBeam BU53PST

[jasonreg]

Thanks - will add that one to the list though it is a bit lengthy on the throw ratio ala the BenQ TK700STi albeit with much better lumens.