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Panasonic TC 50PS14 - 49.9" VIERA plasma TV - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV
Saturday, January 23, 2010
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1080p Full-HD resolutionOver 900 lines of moving picture resolution600Hz sub-field driveVIERA Image ViewerVIERA LinkAR (Anti-Reflective) filterPC input3 HDMI inputsLong panel life
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- 50" Viera X14 Series Plasma 1080p HDTV- 600Hz Sub-field Drive - Creates crisp, focused images
- VIERA Image Viewer - Makes photo sharing easy
- VIERA Link - Control compatible devices with a single remote
- 50" Class HD Plasma
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Panasonic TC 42PX14 - 42" VIERA plasma panel - widescreen - 720p - HDTV
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
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Watch fast-moving scenes with clear, vivid resolution the 600 Hz sub-field drive produces crisp, focused images for sports, dramatic action, and all other fast-moving scenes. Your Full-HD movies and games never looked sharper.Share your digital photos on the big screen Viera image viewer provides a better way to share your digital photos. Just pop your SD memory card into the handy slot, and instantly display your digital photos for friends and family.Network your AV devices, quickly and easily with Viera Link, you can control your compatible Panasonic DVD recorder, Blu-ray Disc.
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- 42" Class HD Plasma - 720p HDTV - 600Hz Sub-Field Drive- Viera Image ViewerTM Makes photo sharing easy
- Viera LinkTM Control compatible devices with a single remote
- Contrast Ratio: 30,000:1 Native; Infinite Black Panel
- 3 HDMI Inputs - 100,000 Hour Panel Life
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Panasonic TC 32LX14 - 31.5" VIERA LCD TV - widescreen - 720p - HDTV
Saturday, January 2, 2010
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It's easy to view full-HD images with the SD card slot in Panasonic TC-32LX14. Watch and show your photos and motion images right after you take them. Simply insert an SD card into VIERA to display photos and full-HD videos on the large screen. It's much more fun when you can view them on a large-screen HDTV with family and friends in 1920 x 1080-pixel high definition and a wide 16:9 aspect ratio.Panasonic TC-32LX14 features VIERA Link. VIERA Link allows interconnected operation of various AV devices using only the VIERA remote control, by simply connecting the devices to each other by an HDMI cable.The wide 178 viewing angle ensures clear images even when viewed from an angle. The backlight's wide transmission aperture enhances the contrast between light and dark, and improves motion-image response.With the VIERA Tools user interface, simply press a button on the remote control and icons such as the photos or movies from the menu screen. Now you can just select the one you want. This kind of easy operation means you have more fun and less hassle.In Game mode, quicker image response increases the enjoyment of video games when a game console is connected to the TV. What's more VIERA produces the dark images in video games more clearly. This mode works anti-image retention (wobbling) too.
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- LCD Display 720p- 3 HDMI Inputs
- 12,000:1 Contrast Ratio
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By Bull (DC Metro)
I have 2 larger plasmas and this is my first LCD Flat Panel. The Panasonic TC-32LX14 has all the connections you could need for watching movies & TV, playing games or viewing photos in a great looking, lightweight package. I bought this one to replace a CRT in the bedroom. I would have liked to go bigger (due to a 10-11 ft viewing distance), but for the price this was too good to pass on ($399 at Costco and others). And in actuality this 32-inch works just fine for a bedroom TV. Plus it's lightweight and easy to hang on the wall.
One of my other flat panels is also a Panasonic and the form and function is very similar. The Menus are easy to navigate and the Tuner works great for picking up cable broadcasts (although the channel numbering system is unfamiliar). The remote is clean, simple and easy to use. The picture is great with gaming systems and the cable TV picture straight from the jack is good in standard and great in digital. Some mentioned the sound being an issue. I can attest that it's not up to concert hall sound, but it's definitely loud enough. And if you have a surround sound system then you're golden. Panasonic makes great and reliable products so if you're looking for a a great value in flat panels definitely check this one out.
By M. Erb (Syracuse, NY)
The Panasonic TC-32LX14 seems to be equivalent to the Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV1, the only difference being that the TC-L323X1 includes an iPod dock. The TC-L32X1 is selling at a big box discounter store for $349 as I write this. That would make the TC-L32X1 a better value than the TC-32LX14 that I am reviewing here. I paid $398 for the TC-32XL14 at the same big box discounter that I've already mentioned and will be returning this for the better value TC-L32X1. Confused yet? I hope not but I did call Panasonic to verify that the sets are the same with the exception of the iPod dock included with the TC-L32X1.
I spent the better part of two days comparing LCD sets, both 720p and 1080p. The distance from the flatscreen to the sitting area is only 6-7' so I choose a 32" LCD as the size I wanted to focus on. However I also looked at a couple 37" and 40" flatscreens, 720p and 1080p.
After looking and looking, comparing, taking notes, doing research online, reading reviews here on Amazon and elsewhere, I decided on getting the Panasonic TC-32LX14. The quality of the picture just cannot be beat, especially considering the price (and don't forget, the price is even better on t he TC-L32X1 plus that one includes the iPod dock). Compared to a 40" 1080p Toshiba Toshiba 40RV525R 40-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV that was selling for $578 at BJ's, the Panasonic blew it out of the water with picture quality even though it was "only" 720p.
I also like that the Panasonic had 3 HDMI connections, plus an SD card slot for viewing photos. I put about 75 photos taken from my Canon SD600 elph and was amazed at the quality of the photos displayed on the flatscreen. Just beautiful.
I will agree with other reviewers that the sound is probably the weakest aspect of this TV. But it's not a deal breaker.... for me anyway. I wish it were a bit better, with some improved bass and maybe a little more oomph to the sound, but you can't get everything in a TV this inexpensive. When you consider the picture quality, other features of the set and then add in the sound quality, this is still a terrific bargain in my opinion.
The remote control worked well, the menu system is easy to navigate. Some of the features may not be immediately, or ever, something you would use, such as the Viera Link, which only works with compatible components.
But all in all, this is one heck of a LCD TV... excellent picture quality, decent price and a brand name that you can have some trust in. Compared to the second and third tier LCD TV makers like Vizio, I feel this is a far better value and offers much better overall quality.
Pros:
-Excellent picture quality considering the price
-Good build quality
-Attractive
Cons:
-Sound is a little weak and lacks any real bass or punch.
So to reiterate, you should consider getting the Panasonic VIERA X1 Series TC-L32X1 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV because it is the same set as this one but with the addition of an iPod dock and in my case, it was $50 less. I am just thrilled with my purchase and am thinking of getting another one (the TC-L32X1 that is) for the bedroom.
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Panasonic TC P50V10 - 50" plasma TV - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV
Sunday, December 13, 2009
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The V10 Series Plasma takes advantage of newly-developed NeoPDP technology, featuring a sleek thin profile and superb levels of brightness and contrast for industry-leading image quality. Designed for the discerning home viewer, the V10 Series meets the strict image quality and engineering standards required to receive the prestigious THX certification, and reproduces the maximum 1080 lines of moving image resolution with accurate color and luminance levels.
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- Designed to network, your plasma is internet-capable with VIERA Cast- Smooth images and brilliant colors are a given.
- The V10-series boasts a 1080p Neo PDP infinite black panel with a 40,000:1
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By Silent Warrior
If you have been reading reviews on dozens of different televisions like I did before I bought this baby, you can stop after reading this one because I assure you that you will have no regrets about buying this tv. Don't be scared by the plasma naysayers regarding image retention and burn in. I have played 4-5 hours straight of call of duty on this sucker with no trace of image retention. Just make sure you break it in for the first 100 hours with full screen HD channels only or with slides that you can download off the av forum. Bottom line is this tv rocks. Blue Ray looks amazing. Sports in HD are incredible. I don't know why anyone would go to the game in person because you can see it for free in your home and see more of the action. You will want to get a plasma screen cleaner for this one though because fingerprints do leave their mark on the screen when you are setting it up. I have mine mounted on a stand I picked up at Target for $200 and it works fine. Panasonic is a good quality manufacturer, so you don't have to worry about buying this tv. It should last for many years and I don't think you will be disappointed.
By S. Watson (down south in La.)
pleased with order, picture is great right out of the box with no fine tuning.
By Benjamin Keselowsky
The Panasonic V10 50" is just awesome. This was my first HD tv so maybe I'm easy to impress, but all the reviews ([...] and Amazon) agreed that this is an incredible plasma tv. My concern about everyone's advice saying that LCD's may be better for a bright room had me a little worried about choosing a plasma. But after having it for a little over a month now, it's been great. Glare has not been a problem at all. I have it set up next to a wall with windows - only slight glare if trying to watch with full sun through the window. I purchased through Electronics Experience (~$1,700), for a great price and they proved very reliable sellers.
By T. Teater
I spent forever researching my first big screen TV. I finally settled on this one because, first, I really wanted a plasma because motion blur really drives me nuts. At 240 Hz refresh, I'm sure the newer LCDs are better but I still like the plasma. Secondly, I bought this one for its ability to process all the latest and greatest video and audio and interface with my computer and 'net. In other-words, I thought this on had the best shot of keeping up with technology as long as possible.
The picture quality is fine. I do not necessarily notice the color distortion spoken of in the reviews although I have not yet viewed a BluRay but I have downloaded HD movies and played them. I am somewhere between an casual viewer and a videophile. The connectivity is great; I am using all HDMI and Digital Optical (buy these through Amazon - the local stores charge and arm and a leg!) The menus are easy to use and the set up was pretty easy. The antireflection coating works quite well IMO. I have only one complaint but this is probably universal with antireflection coated screens; that coating is DELICATE. I managed to scratch mine and a replacement glass is $930 + shipping and install and its not currently available anyway. So Be Careful! The audio through the TV is OK for internal speakers.
Overall I am very happy with this TV and recommend it highly.
By Nick da Scholar (The Middle of Nowhere, NY)
I've owned the TV for about a week and a half now and I can't wait any longer to write a review. The bottom line is that the picture quality looks absolutely amazing out of the box. HD content looks absolutely incredible. I'd give it six stars if it streamed Netflix (or maybe even if VieraCast had another interesting option) and if it looked a little sharper on Standard Definition content (oh, yeah, and if Amazon let me give it six stars :-). But at the end of the day, if you're dropping this kind of money on a TV, you probably have a Blu Ray player and HD cable and you're going to be blown away by the experience. And I do mean experience -- because watching high definition content on this TV is tantamount to a religious experience.
Let me first mention that this is not the TV that I wanted. I wanted the Samsung PN50B860. It is less expensive, it has better streaming options (important for me because I only have Internet service, no cable TV) and it looks a hell of a lot cooler. But I couldn't get past one review after another that lamented the horrible buzz of the Samsungs and the fact that every independent comparison that I read more or less said that the Samsung's picture quality was not quite awesome and that this TV was more or less the 2009 king of HDTV. After spending a good deal of time sifting through reviews and staring at screens in the electronics stores, I couldn't get away from the fact that the picture on the Panasonic TC-P50V10 was not disputed. No one claimed it was less than the best. I should say that I think the styling on this TV is almost downright ugly. It doesn't hold a candle to the way the Samsung looks. The "one sheet of glass" thing doesn't do it for me at all. But, my girlfriend gave me the push I needed when she asked me one rhetorical question: Which is going to matter more -- the way it looks when it is turned off, or the way it looks when it's turned on? Sold.
As I don't have cable television or a Blu-Ray player, my first move was to use VieraCast to watch an HD movie or two (or 7 or 8) via Amazon on Demand. Contrary to the one negative review on here, I found the content to load quickly and the menus to be simple to navigate. I may suggest some changes on Amazon's end -- but nothing I would change on Panasonic's end. I take that back -- there are TWO things I would change on Panasonic's end. The reason I just decided to change "ease of use" to 4 stars is because of the fact that they grey out some menu options in some playback modes. Why is there not a timer available when the TV is in VieraCast mode?!?? I really want to speed up this first 100 or 200 hour break-in period and it would be really helpful if I could rent a movie and leave it to play and use a timer so it will go off. I'd also like to be able to fall asleep watching a movie now and then as this TV is currently in my bedroom. That is probably my only major complaint about this TV. But that problem is likely not something that will concern most people thinking about buying this set. The other small grievance I have is that when you spend almost seveteen hundred smackers on a TV, can't it just come wireless out of the box? I still haven't picked up a wireless access point, so I'm running a stupid ethernet cable up the wall and upstairs to where the TV is. Dumb. But in no way a dealbreaker.
More importantly -- picture quality is absolutely superb. I don't know if I can say enough about it. When I first looked at TVs in a store, the pop of the colors on an LED screen looked really cool to me. Once someone pointed out the terrible exaggeration of the colors (blue smoke coming from a volcano....and pink lava), I realized that the constant brightness might get old after a while. Now that I have this TV, I absolutely realize that this was a correct analysis. I like looking at a bright LCD in the store....but you absolutely can not beat the cinematic quality of the picture on this screen. The colors are rich and deep and it gives a depth to the picture that you just won't get if the screen is blinding you with light. I actually feel like I'm in a movie theater when I watch this television....and personally, I don't think you can beat having a movie theater experience at home. I literally order snowcaps by the case here in Amazon and I can sit at home and feel like a king watching this set. And that is keeping it on low settings to break it in -- I can't wait until I am a couple hundred hours in and I tweak the settings. My only picture quality complaint is a small amount of blotchiness in the blacks that I've noticed in some dark backgrounds (Gothika and Law & Order). I've chalked it up to not being broken in and not being on the top settings (and to the fact that I was streaming those things on the Internet). We'll see if that improves - and I'll be sure to come back and update either way. But by and large, you can't beat the way that the colors in general seem to pop into your lap and make you feel like you are actually inside the movie.
All that said, I have been a little unimpressed with the picture quality when watching some standard-definition content (from Amazon on Demand and from a laptop via HDMI connection). I still haven't hooked up my regular old DVD player, but my hopes aren't real high for my old DVDs until I get a good Blu-Ray player that will upconvert them nicely. I look forward to that day . . . because I own more than 500 movies on DVD and a lot of seasons. I definitely do want to enjoy them on my new big screen, and I hope that works out well when I decide on a Blu-Ray player. When I do, I'll be back to update this.
A note on value -- do some shopping around. As I write this on 10/31/09, I can say that I got this TV at a more than twenty-one percent discount from the Amazon price or the price of other big name brick and motar stores. Take a look at some of the retailers who sell on Amazon.....they have their own sites and their own deals. The TV arrived via UPS (sure, no white glove delivery service....but my girlfriend and I were able to carry the TV in and set it up ourselves...it wasn't worth the extra cost....and even if I had chosen the white-glove service, it still would have been significantly cheaper). Don't be afraid to call a dealer and ask how much better they can do.....most of them have price-match programs and so on. I did very very little haggling to get the price into the range I wanted. In fact, I really just named the price I wanted to pay and I paid it. Keep that in mind.
Changing gears, I have read a number of complaints about the sound quality of this television. My first thought every time I read this type of comment is "Who drops anywhere near two G's on a TV and doesn't either already have or plan to buy a home theater setup? Do these people honestly use the TV's speakers? Do they expect a TV that is 3 or 4 inches thick to sound like the IMAX?" That said, I don't have mine hooked up to any type of sound system right now and I have to report that it sounds awesome. As a former DJ who owns a surround system for both home theater and one for a computer (and the necessary pieces to run my computer through the home theater), I have to say that the TV speakers sound pretty darn good to me. Granted, I have the TV in a bedroom at the moment (and not a huge bedroom at that) and my expectations were not IMAX sound. This TV's built-in sound exceeds my expectations....but I don't plan to use it for very long -- and seriously, neither should you. Buy some sound equipment.
Last, but not least, burn-in/image retention. So far, it's nonexistent. My girlfriend has driven me a little batty a couple of times by watching YouTube videos without fullscreening them (thereby keeping a static menu on the left for a while). We have slid through hundreds of movies on the Amazon on Demand menus with static images on the top and bottom. We rented one movie from Amazon that was in High Def but was letterboxed (why?!?!? -- and why can't I change the setting and zoom it to get rid of the letterbox when I'm using VieraCast?!?!?). Neither has caused even a HINT of a problem. I'm still being overly cautious whenever I can be.....but I have not had the slightest hint of image retention/burn-in. This seems to be the quality product that one would expect when one spends this kind of money.
All in all, I give the Panasonic TC-P50V10 an emphatic stamp of approval. I'm thrilled with my purchase. I went to the mall last night and cheated on my baby a bit looking at how pretty the Samsungs look....but at the end of the day, my girlfriend was right - I want the TV that knocks my socks off when it's on. I have heard ZERO sound from the V10 (no buzz) and I have noticed no heat (supposedly all plasmas produce it?). The picture is gorgeous and VieraCast is OK. I look forward to VierCast updates -- and if they don't come, I'll get a Netflix-enabled Blu-Ray player. You should buy this TV, just don't pay full price. I know I won't regret it any time soon.
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Panasonic TC P50G15 - 49.9" plasma TV - widescreen - 1080p (FullHD) - HDTV
Monday, December 7, 2009
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The Panasonic TC P50G15 explores new ways to enjoy TV, with a variety of link functions like HDMI.
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- 49.9" screen (measured diagonally)- widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio
- built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required)
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By Morphie (USA)
Like many if you, I have researched (a pompous term, is it not?) and procrastinated over the purchase of a flat screen. My first foray into the chromatic hornet's nest was a 32" Sharp LCD. This was a nice product (for which I submitted a fine, prose review); however, it was too small. With the advent of high resolution source material and HD (1080i &p), a large screen (50" or larger) is a fine addition even for a medium size room.
The first decision: Plasma or LCD? By the way: I am not dismissing rear projection. There are still some splendid sets out there. Indeed I have a 42" Mitsubishi that I am quite fond of. However, it is an older technology that may, in some cases, be more maintenance intensive.
Back to Plasma/LCD: In large screen formats, Plasma is the more mature technology. To be sure, LCD's have been utilized for years for computer screens; however, we are dealing with 15", 17", etc. In addition, many large screen LCD's (40" and up) are made in the same factory (names changed to protect the innocent). This is, I believe, more in the nature of trivia than something that is relevant to a purchase. It allows the egocentric among us to demonstrate his command of useless facts (c'est moi).
Consequently, for a number of reasons, Plasma's are less expensive, especially when you get to the 40" + sizes. This may change as LCD's drop in price; however, for now the difference is noticeable.
Enough of frugality, you say: get to the point. If you insist. I like Plasma. To my eye it is more natural and a pleasure to watch. I went through the usual routine:
-Take your own source material: DVD, Blu-ray, etc. If you are not going to watch Blu-ray, do not test it as such. You will be watching 1080p transmission, which is the highest possible quality on these sets. Even HD TV is "only" 1080i. Therefore, if you fall in love with a 1080p demo'd set at a dealer and you will watch 1080i or, more likely, 480 transmissions at home, a divorce will be forthcoming (from the TV set, not your spouse. Maybe.)
-Stores usually are much brighter than your home, on the order of noon day Sun vs. Twilight (not the teen flick, the lumens). Accordingly, the sets are on "Vivid" or another high color/contrast mode. However, take heart: most can be adjusted to your heart's content, in the privacy of your own dwelling. Thus, you may curse in private whereas you will be restrained in public. Seriously, it is not that difficult to find a happy medium (the smiling lady at the seance).
-One pragmatic point:if you buy a quality product ("buy quality and you will only cry once") you are going to be quite pleased, once you get it home. The side by side comparisons, which are psychologically necessary, are completely irrelevant once you are alone with your flat panel. Why? Because you have nothing to compare it to. The overall quality of most of the Plasma's and LCD's (Panasonic, Sony, Samsung, etc) is so good that differences, while not unimportant, recede into the subconscious within 10 seconds of start up. Does that mean that comparison shopping is worthless? Of course not, silly. Why do you think I am wasting your time writing this?
-As regards the Panasonic 50" G15: This is a splendid product with a magnificent picture. Glare is not a problem. Color adjustment was simple and speedy. I started with THX (a bit too dark for my taste), went to standard and upped contrast and brightness a bit. Your results may differ. However, do not be reticent to experiment. Also, do not panic: if all else fails, hit "restore default".
-A word on sound: no one should be complaining about the sound eminating from the set: if you are going to spend $1,000 or more on a TV, invest in a reasonably priced pair of speakers and an amp/integrated amp/receiver. You want Donald Duck to sound like himself; or, perhaps, you like Brad Pitt sounding like Donald? If the latter, keep the stock speakers.
In essence, this is a superb product that will give you years of pleasure. You will miss work and family outings for the NFL, Daytona 500, Indy and The Masters. National productivity will go down the tubes. However, it will be for a good cause.
By D. Larsen (GA, USA)
We were originally going to purchase the G10, but when the G15 became the most affordable option, we jumped on the chance to join the high-def community. We were amazed at the picture quality of this device! We upgraded from a CRT TV, and were not aware of how far-behind in technology we were. I put a lot of research into what kind of TV to buy (LCD v. Plasma; LED are too pricey) and finally decided Plasma was the one for us: we watch mainly movies and play video games, and we have always darkened the room prior to "serous" watching. I have always thought that blacks are what make a picture, and having read that LCDs cannot achieve a true, deep black (without completely turning off), plasmas were the obvious choice. Panny has certainly done their research, and has developed a plasma TV without the issues of previous generations: the pixel orbiting and screen wash eliminate screen burn-in, the AR filter has reduced glare (we only have issues when light is directly on the screen, but it still delivers a stunning, glare-free picture when the blinds and curtains are open letting tons of sunlight into the room), and the 600 Hz subfield drive creates flawless screen movements without any drag--what more could we ask for?
The EXTRA benefits include:
-Energy-Star rating. Although this is always a priority to us for large appliances, I never really thought about applying to it to electronics. I was unaware of how power-hungry plasmas are, and am relieved that Panny has produced one that is Energy Star approved.
-an SD card reader on the left side (looking at the TV) to watch videos or pictures as a slide-show (although I did not think I would use this feature much, I am looking forward to displaying family photos this holiday season while family and guests are over, and it's fun to go snap a few dozen shots and pop the card from the camera directly into the TV to view them in stunning color on such a large screen!)
-Internet capabilities (the VIERA link still needs lots of work, but I am grateful that the TV has the capability of getting online which should makes firmware upgrades easy; watching youtube videos on the TV is a lot of fun)
-THX certification; although a little 'dark,' the image's colors are very realistic. I think we are used to watching more vivid colors, but after getting past the first initial "color shock," watching the rest of the movie becomes natural and easy on the eye.
-Inputs: I love being able to easily access the input screen while continuing to watch something on the screen (no "cycling"). The inputs' labels are customizable, so the options aren't HDMI 1,2,3 but instead PS3, XBox, BluRay Player, etc. One of the conveniences that are truly appreciated on this TV!
-The TV itself lends itself to being more than just a TV. I feel we have purchased a piece of advanced technology (at an AMAZING price from 6th Ave. electronics) than just another TV. For instance, it has synced with the other HDMI devices, and responds to any of them being turned on by automatically changing the input and picture-setting (to Game mode, which is also great!, it also makes the TV controller work with the other devices, too.
-We do not have a surround system yet, and I was worried about the sound quality of the TV (G10 reviews) but have been pleasantly surprised. No, it is not anything outstanding and a little tinny, but we can hear dialog and music and explosives just fine without adjusting the volume constantly. If this is going directly on the wall, I would stress the use of an alternative sound system (the speakers are on the back of the TV).
-Great viewing angles! I can even see what is on the screen when I walk into the room from the side entrance (unlike the old CRT or LCDs)
-It is also eye candy! The slim design and stylish base creates a gorgeous focal-point in the room, and the bevel fades away into the background which watching TV so it doesn't detract from the viewing experience.
Overall, we are VERY satisfied with this device!
By D. Nakamura
I previously had a SHARP aquous 37" LCD that was getting a bit long in the tooth. I was initially hesitant about switching to plasma given image retention/burn-in issues, but the new Panasonics have gotten such great reviews (seriously, see hdguru to sound and vision) and the prices are so much more reasonable than comparably sized LCD/LED tv's that I had to give it a shot. No regrets here! Color saturation is better, blacks are really really black. I thought that THX might be too dark, but it's really not a problem. With the lights off, it's actually pretty bright. I was worried about certain movies not filling the screen and causing image retention issues after a couple hours, but seriously I'm not doing anything special to prevent it and there is absolutely no IR after hours of use. I also play a lot of videogames. Great color accuracy - it's like looking out a 50" window. I went to WorstBuy the other day and it does not seem as bright or as accurate as the other TV's, but trust me, just take it home and watch it.
PROS:
-Price for performance is outstanding
-Great color accuracy.
-Good brightness and contrast even in THX (despite what other people are saying)
-Really big!
-Deep black levels without loss of detail in the shadows (i.e. no dynamic contrast ratios - which are meaningless)
-Super thin. 2 inches mostly - same thickness as the V10 series.
-VieraCast - eh, whatever.
-No burn-in/IR
-Toslink audio output (but it only outputs 2 channels!). What's the point? Really hifi 2 channel sound?
CONS:
-Not blindingly bright (seriously, if you think this is too dark then you probably have cataracts or live on the sun)
-Not the most energy efficient thing around
-Sorta heavy, but it is 50 inches of TV
-Doesn't have 4 HDMI ports
-The speakers are crap
-Dual pane construction (not as sexy as the single pane Z/V series)
-There is very slight phosphor lag (really really slight)
-Very slight occasional green preference, but generally not a problem
-Besides blu-ray there aren't very many sources that output full 1080p resolution. Not really the TV's fault.
By R. K. Tati (DC)
This is my first HDTV so I always wanted to buy the best in the market. I've read lot of reviews and finally settled for this TV. To my surprise this exceeds all my expectations. I must say that this piece is a visual treat, the colors are very natural and crisp. Now I feel so happy to wait so loooong before I settle on this beauty. I've not explored all the options so can not comment how the viera cast, THX etc works.
By J. Plante (Rhode Island, USA)
I've owned the G15 for a few weeks. Was VERY excited to get it but now that it's actually on the wall? Eh. Other reviewers rave about the colors but I just don't see it. I think the THX setting is too dark for average viewing (great for Batman Returns and other 'dark' movies but not great for general HD television viewing). I compare this to my friend's Samsung LN52a750 and I think their set is clearly superior. Their blacks match up to the G15's blacks but their screen is brighter and their colors are truer than mine. I have a week and half to decide to return it and I just might. I write this review because all the research pointed to the G15 being a monster set for the price and I guess it comes down to plasma and LCD being VERY different viewing experiences. I was coming from a Sony Wega (tubed) set (gorgeous pic but only a 34" screen and the set is huge in the room) and didn't go by store displays because they are all on vivid. I went by research. Everything pointed to plasma being a superior picture but I don't see it. I wish I did. I tried out of the box settings, I tried CNET calibration settings - none 'wow' me. Point being: check out sets of all your friends, relatives and neighbors to see what you like best.
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