Panasonic TX-L42ET5

137 reviews

Jun, 2013

Positive
Usability (103)
Value for money (94)
Image quality (77)
Remote control (14)
Color (10)

Negative
Build quality (3)
Resolution (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 137 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the remote control and sound. The image quality and value for money are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the resolution and build quality, while reviews are divided on the size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Panasonic TX-L42ET5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Panasonic TC-L42ET5

The Panasonic ET5 series offers integrated Wi-Fi and passive 3D with included glasses in an affordable LED HDTV, but its picture isn't quite up to snuff unless you look at the screen straight on.

Inexpensive. Built-in Wi-Fi. Bright picture. Comes with 4 pairs of 3D glasses

Weak off-angle viewing including heavy crosstalk. Disappointing shadow detail

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Will Greenwald (techreviewsource.com)

Panasonic TC-L42ET5

At $1,099 for the 42-inch Panasonic TC-L42ET5, it's an affordable HDTV. But its picture quality doesn't measure up to Vizio's or LG's passive 3D screens, and doesn't come close to matching active 3D HDTVs. Still, the set's price and feature set helps...

Inexpensive. Built-in Wi-Fi. Bright picture. Comes with 4 pairs of 3D glasses ; Cons: Weak off-angle viewing including heavy crosstalk. Disappointing shadow detail. Editor Rating: 3.50 ; By Will Greenwald

Weak off-angle viewing including heavy crosstalk. Disappointing shadow detail. Editor Rating: 3.50 ; By Will Greenwald

The Panasonic ET5 series offers integrated Wi-Fi and passive 3D with included glasses in an affordable LED HDTV, but its picture isn't quite up to snuff unless you look at the screen straight on. Pros: Inexpensive. Built-in Wi-Fi. Bright picture. Comes...

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: (hdtvuniverse.com)

Panasonic TC-L42ET5 Review – 42-inch LED LCD HDTV

It is one of the HD TV models launched by Panasonic with passive 3D technology support. The low price-tag and smaller size of the model also make the model usable in a flexible manner. But the model still offers the video quality and resolution offered...

The model also allows users to access internet by using the wireless networking options. Further, it comes with a web browser compatible with Flash and HTML 5. A user can use the web browser to browse through his favorite websites on a 42-inche screen....

Mar, 2012

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Panasonic TX-L42ET5

alaTest has collected and analyzed 54 user reviews of the Panasonic TX-L42ET5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other TVs on Amazon.com.

image quality, value for money, usability, connectivity, sound

85% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jun, 2013

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Consumer review by: LouLou90 (bestbuy.com)

Great

Overall great tv and the 3D features are great. A lot of hdmi ports.This product has... Useful Internet-enabled features, Easy to set up, Great value and features for the price, Right number of connections, Easy to use remote control

Smart tv

Refresh rate needs to be higher

Mar, 2013

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Consumer review by: Mearl (jr.com)

So glad I did the research!

Very easy to set up. Easy remote control. Adjust color, backlight, motion picture setting, and much more in menu options. I thought it was great that there are levels you can choose from for the motion blur feature: strong, weak,medium and off. At...

All the connections options I could ever need","Best looking TV out there","Easy To Set Up","Energy Efficient","Good Remote Control","Great Picture Quality","Great Sound Quality","LED-backlit","Reduced Glare

Motion Blur If Feat Off

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review by: Legz7 (bestbuy.com)

A lot of tv features for a good price.

This tv has everything for options that I can think of. Connects to the internet, 3D, plenty of ports to plug additional devices into. I am happy with the picture and sound. Negatives the stand that comes with the tv doesn't swivel or adjust up or down...

Good Price for all the features

Need to purchase a wireless adapter to get on the internet from Panasonic can't buy directly at a Best Buy store

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review by: deary12 (bestbuy.com)

Great tv.

Good tv, easy to set up. It was an open box item but there were no problems with the tv, it came with all the accessories and the manual.This product has... Easy to set up, Easy to use remote controlAbout me... Casual viewer

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Feb, 2013

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Consumer review by: SFtechnoid (bestbuy.com)

Excellent flat screen to add to my list!

I've purchased several Panasonic TV's in the past. They are an excellent value for the price, and a great picture.This product has... Useful Internet-enabled features, Easy to set up, Great value and features for the price, Right number of...

Great value for the price, easy setup

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review by: Dick2T (bestbuy.com)

A unique viewing experience. Many options.

The picture quality is excellent. It has many options, some of which I have not had time to explore. The sound is said to be limited, but in the room I have it in the sound is very good.This product has... Useful Internet-enabled features, Right number...

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Feb, 2013

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