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Panasonic TH42PWD8

Panasonic TH42PWD8
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alaScore 82

55 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 55 reviews of Panasonic TH42PWD8. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the size and design are on the whole positive. The usability and price are also appreciated, but the energy efficiency and tuner get negative views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Panasonic TH42PWD8 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic TH42PWD8

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 user reviews of Panasonic TH42PWD8 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the size and design. The usability and price are also mentioned favorably. Views are divided on the durability. Some have doubts about the tuner.

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91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Geoffrey Morrison (hometheater.com)

Panasonic TH-42PX500U Plasma HDTV

 

I must admit, I was a bit skeptical. Or perhaps wary is a better description. Thirteen months ago, in these very pages, I reviewed a stellar Panasonic plasma, the TH-42PX25. It had the best black level and contrast ratio to date for a plasma. We even...

Dec, 2005
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Expert review by : Geoffrey Morrison (hometheatermag.com)

Panasonic TH-42PX500U Plasma HDTV

 

I must admit, I was a bit skeptical. Or perhaps wary is a better description. Thirteen months ago, in these very pages, I reviewed a stellar Panasonic plasma, the TH-42PX25. It had the best black level and contrast ratio to date for a plasma. We even...

Thus, the performance has stayed roughly the same, and, in some cases, has improved. So, how did Panasonic achiece the price drop? Well, not by any obvious means that you'd be able to see. Most likely, it was a combination of volume and market...

Dec, 2005
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Nice TV - Died after 1.5 years

 

Beautiful image quality.

Died just after warranty ended.

Apr, 2007
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Great display!

 

Fantastic picture quality, easy setup

Only 1 set of inputs for component cables (but can be expanded)

Nov, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Great Value - Best Buy - No brainer ;)

 

This is an excellent plasma TV. I have it for little more than 6 months and I am happy that I bought this baby! I did research for about 8 months before I bought Panasonic TH-42PWD8UK from Amazon. First thing, look @ at consumer reports or any ...

Great slim look,Awesome picture quality

This is EDTV & not HDTV, Does not come with a stand.

Oct, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Great Value - Best Buy - No brainer ;)

 

Great slim look,Awesome picture quality

This is EDTV & not HDTV, Does not come with a stand.

Oct, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Not For The Wall

 

Excellent Picture

Doesn't work with wall mounters.

May, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Can't Imagine A Better Picture From Any Wide Screen TV

 

After months of research, I bought my Panasonic in January 2006 (from Visual Apex... they are the way to go.... highly recommended vendor). This might only be an EDTV, but the high definition channels/broadcasts are fantastic. I did not have to make ...

Sharp clear picture and color. Fantastic buy for the money.

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Mar, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Panasonic TH-42PWD8UK - 42" EDTV Plasma, Value!

 

I am surprised to see that I am the among the first to review the Panasonic TH-42PWD8UK enhanced definition plasma TV as this unit offers serious value. My decision to opt for an enhanced definition (EDTV) was quite simple, as there is currently little...

Awesome EDTV value especially if you are viewing from greater than 8 feet

None

Mar, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Panasonic TH-50PX500U 50 in. Plasma TV

 

Great picture quality

Too many problems with cable card and TVGOS.

Dec, 2005
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