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Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50")

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1355 reviews of Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50"). The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other TVs for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and sound. The price and usability also get good feedback, but the energy efficiency and reliability get less positive opinions.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other TVs the Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50") is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50")

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 54 user reviews of Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50") from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other TVs on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the usability and glare. The sound and price also get good feedback, but some have doubts about the size.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Panasonic TH-42PZ85B - 42" Widescreen 1080p Full HD Plasma TV - With Freeview, Viera Link & SD Card slot • Panasonic TH-42PZ85B - 42" Widescreen 1080p Full HD Plasma TV - With Freeview, Viera Link & SD Card slot

Apr, 2018

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50")

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 889 user reviews of Panasonic Viera TH-PZ85 Series Plasma TV (42", 46", 50") from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other TVs on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the design and sound. The price and usability also get good comments. There are some less positive comments about the energy efficiency and reliability, and there are some mixed opinions about the black level.

image quality, usability, price, sound, design

reliability, energy

89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ85U 46-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV • Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ85U 46-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

Apr, 2018

Expert review by : Robert Heron (pcmag.com)

Panasonic TH-46PZ85U

 

The Panasonic TH-46PZ85U introduces a new screen size for plasma televisions while delivering significantly improved picture contrast.

Impressive contrast ratio. Excellent SD video processing.

Slightly oversaturated colors. Overscan with 720p video sources. No 1080p input with VGA or component video ports.

As a plasma display, the TH-46PZ85U delivers excellent picture consistency from a wider range of viewing angles compared with LCD TVs. But in a brightly lit environment, the set's antireflective screen surface is no match for the diffuse filters used...

Aug, 2008
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Panasonic TH-42PZ85U

 

The Panasonic TH-46PZ85U will provide you with an above average picture and sound. The plasma provides a sharp-looking design with a classy finish. It performs well and offers quality and a solid reputation of a manufacturer that has made some of the...

Increased native contrast ratio1080p resolutionG11 Progressive 1080p HD Plasma Display PanelBuilt-In SD card slot3 HDMI Inputs

Panasonic 46

Jun, 2008
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Panasonic TH-50PZ85U

 

The Panasonic TH-50PZ85U Viera High Definition plasma television is one of the newest plasmas for 2008. It can display up to 1080p resolution.

G11 Progressive 1080p HD Plasma Display PanelMotion Adaptive 3D-Y/C digital comb filter3 (1 side) HDMI input jacksPhoto viewer and card slotincludes pedestal stand

The Panasonic TH-50PZ85U Viera High Definition plasma television is...

Mar, 2008
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Expert review by : Plasma TV Buying Guide (plasmatvbuyingguide.com)

Panasonic TH-46PZ85U Plasma Review

 

Review Equipment Used: Sony Blu Ray BDP-S1 High Definition DVD player, Sony Playstation 3, Sony DVP-S50 DVD player (two), JVC HM-DH40000U HD Video Cassete player, Sencore Color Pro 5000, Sencore Auto Cal Pro, Sencore signal generator.

May, 2009
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Expert review by : Thomas J. Norton (hometheater.com)

Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ85U Plasma HDTV

 

While LCD displays may dominate that video wall at your local Best Circuit Shack these days, don't dismiss the benefits of plasmas. No company has put more R&D into plasma development than Panasonic, and it's paid off. People may disagree about who...

Oct, 2008
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Expert review by : Thomas J. Norton (hometheatermag.com)

Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ85U Plasma HDTV

 

While LCD displays may dominate that video wall at your local Best Circuit Shack these days, don't dismiss the benefits of plasmas. No company has put more R&D into plasma development than Panasonic, and it's paid off. People may disagree about who...

The Panasonic's onscreen menus have the usual standard video controls, along with manufacturer-specific adjustments. There are five preset picture modes: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Game, and Custom. Users can adjust all of these modes. You can also set...

Oct, 2008
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Expert review by : Televisions.com (televisions.com)

Panasonic TH-42 PZ 85 E

 

The Panasonic gives sharp images at full HD resolution., Deep black and neutral colors make for a great picture., Even 24p format is beautifully presented

Standard PAL (576i) via HDMI is blurry and flickers a little., Fine details are missing from TV pictures., The sound is a bit feeble - Panasonic can do better

Jun, 2008
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Expert review by (productwiki.com)

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U

 

The 85 series is at the mid range of Panasonic's consumer plasmas for 2008, which is their 11th generation of plasma offerings. For more information refer to the full Viera 85 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 30,000:1 contrast ratio Game...

Mar, 2008
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Expert review by (plasmatvbuyingguide.com)

Panasonic TH-50PZ85U vs. Samsung PN50A650 Plasma TV Review

 

Panasonic and Samsung have a strong battle going for the top spot in 1st Tier plasma sales and both have alluring new products arriving summer of 2008. The Samsung plasma model tested represents the companies 2nd tier plasma product, while the...

Both of these plasma TVs are high quality products. For Panasonic it’s two steps down from the top of the lineup while for Samsung, it’s only one. The Samsung PN50A650 ($2300) is typically around $100 to $200 more than the Panasonic TH-50PZ85 ($2100)....

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Expert review by : John Archer (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85 42in Plasma TV

 

Panasonic strikes again with another great 42in plasma TV.

The 42PZ85 is yet another hugely accomplished Full HD 42in plasma TV from Panasonic. And as such it's another potentially lucrative string to Panasonic's bow, given that no other manufacturer has managed to squeeze 1,920 x 1,080 pixels into a 42in...

Jan, 2009
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Product Specifications

VIDEO: . Screen Size 50" Class (49.9" diagonal) Display Resolution 1080p Contrast Ratio Native: 30,000:1Dynamic: 1,000,000:1 Compatible Signal Formats 1080p/1080i/720p/480p Aspect Ratio 16:9 (Widescreen) Shades of Gradation 4,096 Pixel Pitch (H x V) 0.576 x 0.576 mm Panel Type G11 Progressive 1080p HD Plasma Display Panel Aspect Control for TV/AV Modes 4:3, Zoom, Full, Just, H-fill for TV/AV modes Native Resolution (Number of Pixels) 1920 x 1080 Moving Picture Resolution 900 lines or more Progressive Scan Yes Video Noise Reduction Yes Digital Comb Filter Motion Adaptive 3D-Y/C Color Purity Optimizer (3D Color Management) Yes Sub-Pixel Controller Yes Motion Pattern Noise Reduction Yes Studio Ref. Mode No Pro Setting No Digital Cinema Reality Yes 480 Hz Sub-field Drive Yes 24p Playback(2:3) Yes Deep Color Yes x.v.Color Yes AUDIO: . Speakers Full-range x 2(L,R) Number of Speakers 2 Audio Ouput 20W (10% THD) (6 ohms, 70 Hz - 17 kHz) Surround Sound Yes BBE? ViVA HD3D Sound No INPUT/OUTPUT: . Tuners Integrated ATSC Photo Viewer Yes SD Card Slot Yes HDMI Input 3 (1 side) Analog Audio Input (for HDMI) 2 Composite Video Input 2 (1 side) S-Video Input 2 (1 side) Audio Input (for Video) 2 (1 side) PC Input (RGB-VGA) Mini D-sub 15-pin (rear) Audio Input (for PC) 1 (M3 Stereo Plug) Component Video Input [Y, PB(CB), PR(CR)] 2 Audio Input (for Component Video) 2 Composite Video Output 1 Audio Output 1 Digital Audio Out 1 CONVENIENCE: . VIERA Link Yes Game Mode Yes Pixel Shifter (Anti-Image Retention) Yes Video Picture Memory Yes On-Screen Display Languages English/Spanish/French V-Chip Program Lockout Yes Built-In Closed Caption Decoder Yes Timers - Sleep/On/Off Sleep (Off only) Video Input Labeling Yes GENERAL: . Power Supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption 690 W Safety Standard UL6500/C-UL Rece

Audio

RMS rated power:20

Certificates

Plug and Play: Yes
Safety:UL6500/C-UL

Display

Aspect Ratio:16:9
Comb Filter:3D
Contrast ratio (dynamic):1000000:1
Display Diagonal:41.6 / 42 / 46 / 50
Display Resolution:1920 x 1080
HD type:Full HD
Noise reduction: Yes
Pixel Pitch:0.0189 x 0.0189 / 0.0209 x 0.0209 / 0.0227 x 0.0227
Progressive Scan: Yes

Energy Management

Power consumption (sleep mode):0.4
Power consumption (typical):385 / 470 / 573 / 628 / 690

Indication

Stand-by LED: Yes

Management Features

Electronic Program Guide (EPG):Y
Electronic Programme Guide (EPG): Yes
On/Off timer: Yes
Picture-in-Picture: Yes
Programmable timers:15/30/45/60/75/9 / 15/30/45/60/75/90
Remote Control Type:VIERA Link
Sleep Timer: Yes

Operational Conditions

Operating temperature (T-T):0 - 35 / 0 - 40
Operating temperature range (T-T):0 - 35 / 0 - 40

Packaging Data

Box height:36.2
Box height (imperial):36.2
Box width:54.6
Box width (imperial):54.6

Ports & interfaces

AC (power) in: Yes
Audio (L,R) in:2
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in:2
Composite video in:1
Composite video out:1
HDMI ports quantity:3
Number of AV connections:2
PC Audio in: Yes
PC in (D-Sub): Yes
S-Video in:1
S-Video inputs quantity:1

Power

Power consumption (sleep):0.4
Power consumption (typical):385 / 470 / 573 / 628 / 690

Security

Child lock: Yes

Storage

Compatible memory cards:SDHC

Technical Details

Audio Output:1
Color of product:Black
Display:G11 Progressive 1080p HD Plasma
Game mode: Yes
Playback formats:24p (2:3)
Power Requirements:AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60Hz / AC, 120 V, 60Hz
Zoom capability:Y

Teletext

Teletext:1500
Teletext function: Yes
Teletext level:2.5

TV Tuner

Auto channel search: Yes
Channels quantity:100

Weight & Dimensions

Depth:3.62 / 3.66
Depth (with stand):12.9 / 15.2
Height:26.5 / 29
Height (with stand):28.5 / 31.2
Product weight:83.8
Product weight (lb):83.8
Set depth (inch):3.7
Set depth (with stand) (inch):15.2
Set height (inch):30.6
Set height (with stand) (inch):32.8
Set width (inch):49.4
Set width (with stand) (inch):49.4
Weight:66.1 / 77.2
Weight with stand:75 / 86
Width:41.9 / 46
Width (with stand):41.9 / 46