Canon · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Canon LV-8320

3,000lumens
1280×800native
1.19–1.92throw ratio
3.4 kgweight

The Canon LV-8320 is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 245w uhp bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.19–1.92:1. Released July 2011.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.19–1.92:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.4–3.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m3.6–5.8 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m4.8–7.7 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m5.9–9.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m7.1–11.5 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m9.5–15.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m11.9–19.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m14.3–23.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m17.8–28.8 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m23.8–38.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m29.8–48.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m35.7–57.6 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)267 m²20.7 × 12.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²9.2 × 5.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²5.3 × 3.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.9 × 1.8 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThis WXGA-resolution (1280 x 800) projector offers lightweight mobility and advanced user-friendly features for value-conscious users in education, traveling sales and small-business markets
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise34 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Closed Captioning Blackboard Mode FCC B
Image Size30.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelLV-LP34 Buy LV-LP34 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source245W UHP bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$999 (USD)
Power322 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 8'-5" and 13'-6" from the screen.
Projector Size3.80" x 13.77" x 10.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2011
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2015
Throw Distance4.0' - 25.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.19:1 - 1.92:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.5 lbs
White Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

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