For simplicity we’re looking to stay with DPSS (can’t beat the low power draw and air cooled). Does a 5W 532 nm seem adequate for a 2,500-5,000 person crowd?
Beams or Graphics????
With respect to beams, Only if you have absolute control over the outdoor lighting and NO Metal Halide or Sodium Vapor light arrays around.. Ie if you can light the area with halogen or led fixtures on a dimmer and control the area. But if your in a parking lot, or stadium, or even the local ballapark, US style lighting will very much limit beam effects outdoors at 5 watts, even with the DPSS advantage of being at the eye's peak.
Steve
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