Just saying that Samsung PN58B850 is a top of the line plasma TV may seem like an understatement, if one just throws a single look at it. With its 1.2 inch depth in frame, that makes it look elegantly thin from the side, this series from Samsung is ...

Good black levels ; Very accurate colors ; Very good video processing ; Solid standard definition processing

No S-video input ; Relatively expensive because it is slim ; Anti-glare performance is good but other models are better

Even if it does not match the performance of Panasonic top of the line products, Samsung PN58B850 does not come short in terms of performance. Its black levels are more than decent, the colors are as accurate as they come, and its video processing ...

Someone looking for a luxury product, should stop by and check on the 2009 release from Samsung, the Samsung PN58B860 plasma TV. For a 58 inch plasma TV, it is not unusual to carry a steep price, but some people may decide against such a buy, seeing ...

Good black levels (significantly improved compared to last year's models) ; Highly accurate colors ; Solid video processing ; Solid standard definition processing

No S-video input ; Relatively expensive ; Though anti-glare performance is good, other models are better

While Samsung PN58B860 can complement any room where would be placed, its performance is nothing to sneeze at. Besides taking into account the ability to connect to certain resources on the Internet, the 600Hz subfield motion technology, and the new ...

The top of the line series from Samsung can brag about its picture quality, as well as its accurate colors. While it does somewhat stand lower than the V10 series from Panasonic, this Samsung series from 2009 is not a bad option, either. Samsung ...

Nice black levels ; Accurate colors ; Great video processing features ; Solid standard definition display

Lack of a S-video input ; Steep price ; Some reflection issues under bright light conditions

Samsung seems to have forgotten they create plasma TV's in a world where S-input connections are the norm, some would be tempted to say. The truth is that the sleek design the company chose for this particular model had to demand some sacrifices, ...

In the 54 inch category, Panasonic TC-P54S1 has plenty of competition. The good news is that the 54 inch plasma TV does not aim to beat up higher level plasma, as this was not what it was designed for, but it still performs more than decently, which ...

Not as expensive as top of the line series. Great if you need high value for money ; Good overall picture quality ; Black levels similar to those from top of the line G10 and V10 series ; Relatively accurate colors (unless you are very exigent)

In this size class, if you are looking for quality and you have the money, G10 and V10 series will be a better choice ; No THX certification ; Anti-glare performance could be better ; Color accuracy issues and not enough picture adjustment controls to ...

The overall performance of Panasonic TC-P54S1 depends largely on the new technologies used in its making. In comparison with the older X1 series from Panasonic, Panasonic TC-P54S1 displays 1080p resolution and the new NeoPDP panel, which helps it ...

Many consumers usually prefer mid-level products, as they can enjoy a good quality product, without having to break the bank for it. Panasonic knows this oh-so-well, and their 50 inch plasma TV, Panasonic TC-P50S1 is the proof. Without being fully ...

Overall great picture quality ; Amazing black levels ; Great color saturation ; More energy efficient through its NeoPDP display

It does not have THX certification, 24p cinema mode and Viera Cast fancy add-ons ; Anti-reflective capabilities are limited ; Small issues with color accuracy

Connectivity is another area in which S1 does not claim the leading role, as its capabilities are decent enough, without being anything out of the ordinary. It comes with three HDMI inputs, two component-video inputs, one AV input with composite and S ...

The main thing that can be said about Panasonic TC-P54G10 is that it offers just the right balance between price and quality. Even though it does not exactly match the quality of its V10 counterpart in all areas, it falls only slightly behind it and ...

The superb black levels are the best on the market at this moment ; Good colors using THX mode ; Viera Cast and Amazon Video on Demand ; Very good value for the money

Colors are not perfect, especially in non-THX modes ; 1080p/24 content unwatchable using the 48Hz mode

With the best black levels ever seen on a plasma TV released in 2009, Panasonic TC-P54G10 can also boast about great shadow detail and contrast. These traits pile up for making overall great picture quality, despite little flaws that mar the otherwise ...

As well as its little brother Panasonic TC-P42G10, the 46 inch TC-P46G10 is considered to be the best plasma TV in its size category. Being gifted with the same great features available for the entire G10 series - amazing black levels and THX ...

Has the same exceptional black levels as Panasonic V10 models ; THX mode provides good colors out of the box ; Viera Cast and Amazon Video on Demand ; Very good primary color gamut

Colors are not perfect. Equivalent Samsung models have more accurate colors ; Not for those with a tight budget ; 1080p/24 content unwatchable using the 48Hz mode

It is not a wrong thing to say that, in terms of performance, TC-P46G10 from Panasonic is close to the very top of the line of plasma TVs released this year. One cannot complain about the impeccable black levels and shadow detail, even though color ...

This THX certified 42 inch plasma TV has impressed buyers and critics through its exceptional black levels and overall picture quality, ever since its release, being overcome only by the newest series from Panasonic V10, and, of course, the long ...

Superb black levels and shadow detail, much like V10 series ; Very good colors in THX mode ; Nice to have features as Viera Cast and Internet connectivity ; Great color gamut

Color accuracy in non-THX mode requires tweaking ; Relatively expensive ; 1080p/24 mode produces flicker and is unpleasant to watch

Panasonic aimed at making picture quality in its 2009 plasma models the best ever seen. In this process, they succeeded in acquiring amazing black levels, and by adding the THX certification, to guarantee great out of the box colors. The colors are ...

With the G10 series release, Panasonic proved its serious intentions of taking over the plasma TV market in 2009. Although this Panasonic plasma TV is slightly below the newer V10 series, in terms of performance, it is still a great purchase, with ...

Amazing black levels – similar if not the same as V10 series ; Good colors provided in THX mode ; Nice extra features such as Viera Cast ; Excellent primary color gamut

Some issues encountered in color accuracy ; Not for the budget minded customer ; Flicker appears in 48Hz mode when viewing 24 frames content

Panasonic TC-P50G10 provides the user with excellent picture quality, due to its amazing black levels. The model from G10 series is superior to its little brother from the S1 series, even in terms of color accuracy, because of its THX certification. ...

The V10 series from Panasonic comes in large sizes, being addressed to those videophiles that love a nearly life like experience when watching their favorite shows or movies. Panasonic TC-P54V10 is considered by many to be the rightful replacement for ...

Best black levels from any 2009 HDTV (plasma or LCD) ; Very good video processing with smooth 1080p/24 playback ; THX mode (accurate colors out of the box) ; Plenty of connectivity options (4 HDMI connectors) ; Beautiful slim design (2 inch) ; Plenty ...

Colors are not perfect if not in THX mode ; Standard definition performance is satisfactory but not great ; Being a high-end plasma TV, it is relatively expensive

Besides exhibiting the new NeoPDP panel type and the one sheet of glass design, Panasonic TC-P54V10 lacks nothing in terms of quality. Displaying great black levels and accurate shadow details, coming front with enhanced video processing, when using ...