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 enlarge | Brand: Panasonic
Category: CE
List Price: $1,399.99
Buy New: $937.26
You Save: $462.73 (33%)
New (37)
Avg. Customer Rating:  40 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: Yes
Display Size: 50
Shipping Weight (lbs): 102
Dimensions (in): 52.5 x 35.7 x 13
nv:Display Area: 50"
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Contrast Ratio: 15000:1
Pixel Pitch: 0.810 x 0.810 mm
Resolution: 1366 x 768
Signal Compatibility: 720p
Input Video Signal: ATSC
Input Video Signal: NTSC
Speakers: Yes
Inputs: S-Video
Inputs: Audio
Inputs: Component Video
Inputs: HDMI In
Inputs: SD Memory Card Slot
Inputs: Composite Video In
Inputs: Analog Audio Input
Outputs: Composite Video
Outputs: Analog Audio
Outputs: Digital Audio Out
Power Consumption: 497W
Power Source: 120VAC, 50/60Hz
MPN: TH-50PX80U
Model: TH-50PX80U
UPC: 037988241798
EAN: 0037988241798
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
Great Purchase June 16, 2008
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I was initially was going to get a 42" or 46" 1080p tv, but after a couple tv returns I decided to go for the bigger set, even if it was "only" 768p (720p), and I am extremely happy I did. I watch blu-ray, hd cable, and xbox 360 and PS3 from 9 feet away and don't notice the detail difference between 1080p and 720p at my viewing distance. I was also worried about green fringing while gaming but it turns out this really isn't an issue at all (only notice it once in a blue moon, and it doesn't bother me at all), so for anyone who's heard of fringing, don't worry about it. The blacks and shading are top in it's class; if you need absolute black go for a Pioneer or the pz85u, but for a modestly priced set you won't get better blacks. The colors are great too; the most accurate mode with no video noise is "cinema". My settings are as follows: Picture: 85, Brightness: 49, Color: 39, Tint: +1, Sharpness 50, Color Management: Off, Black Level: light, Video NR: off, MPEG NR: off, Picture Mode: warm. Highly recommend this tv.
Love it. Love it. Love it. April 14, 2008
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
How do I feel about my new Panasonic 50px80u? I know the title of this review leaves that a little ambiguous, so let me clarify... I love it. This is my first big screen (moving from an Aquos 32") and I researched the heck out of this thing before I pulled the trigger.
I looked at Samsung, Sony, Sharp, Pioneer, and Vizio before settling on Panasonic as the perfect blend of performance and price. I wanted to go 50" or above, and I needed to spend somewhere between $1,500 and $2,000. Normally, I do most of my electronics shopping at Costco because they have the best return policy and their prices are normally competitive with online stores such as Amazon. But unfortunately, Costco is still selling the 50px77u and hasn't begun to sell the 50px80u, and I wasn't about to wait for months to get the big screen.
After looking online and trying to get reviews (cnet has been excruciatingly slow with this model) and seeing it in person at Circuit City, I decided that I had seen enough positive reviews to make my decision. Finally, I went to Vanns and ordered it for $1,499.98 (Amazon's prices are like a yo-yo - $1420 one day, $1520 the next). A week later, it shows up at my house, and I put it together. YES!
So the picture looks great. The SD card slot in the front is convenient and pretty sweet. High def from Directv looks great and even standard def isn't bad. I popped in the complementary copy of 300 into my HD-DVD player and sat back transfixed by the picture. I'm not sure what more can be gained by 1080p because 720p looks absolutely fantastic and I see no pixelation whatsoever. I'd rather have a 720p set with accurate colors than some 1080p set with strange blues, greens, and reds, and this Panasonic set looks as true as can be.
In short, I'd definitely recommend the TH-50PX80U to anyone looking for a great picture at a reasonable price. You can pay more, but I doubt you'll get more. If you enjoy the prestige of hanging and paying for a Sony, then by all means, do it. But if you want a great set at a great price, look no further.
Absolutely brilliant - stunning picture with uncompressed HD content July 15, 2008
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I've been thinking about getting a HDTV for some time now, but have been price-watching and comparing, afraid to make a commitment - confounded by the same worry that accompanies all large electronics purchases : What if the price drops immediately after I buy the TV? What if it's not so great as everyone else describes? Can I trust an online "deal"?
Because I consider myself as very picky about what I buy in terms of quality - but also frugal to some extent, I would endlessly walk around stores, to see if I could spot a winner at a reasonable price. One note of caution: Be wary about picking a TV merely based on its performance in a store. The lighting is rarely similar to that in your living room and the color, contrast and brightness are turned way up to grab your attention. The LCD TVs show better in brightly lit stores because their bright vivid displays attract but blow out the finer details. What drew my eye on two separate occasions (without first noticing the brand) was the Panasonic plasma TVs. The black level and the sheer clarity for a 720p TV, even up close, seemed superior to the other more expensive and 1080p TVs surrounding it. The color and brightness didn't seem like it was turned up, but the picture was stunning nonetheless.
When I came back home and plugged the model number into Google, I was amazed at the positive reviews about the Th-50PX80U from everyone who had bought it. When I price checked on Froogle, I was amazed to see the price was at around $1,198 at Amazon including shipping (but not white glove service). There were only 2 left at that price so I bit the bullet and bought it. Electronics Expo (the actual seller) was very pleasant to deal with and saw that the TV was delivered within 4-5 days - I upgraded to the white glove service and the delivery men unpacked the TV and installed it on the stand.
To be honest, when I first turned it on, I had it connected to the Std Definition (480p) content, and of course that is always unimpressive on a 50 inch screen (imagine your current TV stretched to that big and that wide) - however when I switched to the HD content from the Comcast DVR, it was like night and day.
I'll say this - the TH-50PX80U looks best when connected to an uncompressed 720p HD source like a DVD player. Most of the content that comes in on cable HD especially Comcast is somewhat compressed to maximize bandwidth and as a result you will see blocky patches and artifacts where the signal has compromised on detail and averaged those pixels. For a plasma screen this size, it also looks best in a fairly dark room and about 8 to 9 feet away - though even if you walk up close, it's incredibly clear and tack sharp. What's amusing about the HD signal is that it's so sharp and detailed that what I thought was patchy skintones is actually the texture of the actual make-up - yes it's that clear!
I would definitely recommend this TV for those who want a large clear plasma TV with great color and picture quality.
One of the best HD tvs out there. EXCELLENT! August 26, 2008
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Forget about 1080p - it just doesn't matter for a screen this size or smaller. The set actually has a 1080p processor, but a 720p display. I saw this one next to the 1080p model running off the same feed and this set looked better. If you see this in the store, do not go by the terrible picture you see. Their feeds are horrible, and the settings on the set are set to vivid (which is totally off for colors/brightnress, etc).
Go to avsforum dot com and search for the thread on this particular model. Several people have posted settings that make this TV pop.
Here's my take on my set with only 50 hours of break in (plasma sets get better with time - 100-200 hours is the break in period)
Pros:
1. Picture - HDTV is outstanding, DVDs are better, and I have yet to get Blu-Ray. Standard def tv is pretty good on this set, though once we added the HD channels to our cable package, we no longer watch any sd programming except the kids, who watch cartoons (and they look good on this set). Out of the box settings are not opimal, check the avsforum for specifics. Once the settings are changed, this set will look better than most twice the price.
2. Sound - Yes, the sound is good. Good as any tube tv, just don't use the bass boost as some distortion can occur. We use the tv speakers for everyday use and a surround system for movies.
3. Reflections - Hardly any that we notice. We upgraded from a tube tv, so this is infinately better. Our room is dark, so that was not an issue.
4. Motion - Zero blur! All (yes even 120Hz) LCDs suffer from this to some extent. This set does not - excellent for sports.
5. Viewing angle - almost 180 degrees - without loss of color (yet another deficit of LCD tvs).
6. Size - Perfect for my seating of 7-13 feet.
7. Asthetics - Nice looking addition to the family room.
8. Gaming - XBOX360 is 100 times better than the tube - blows it away!
Cons:
1. Because of this set, I find myself spending too much time watching shows I would never have watched before - thanks Panasonic...
I am having a hard time finding anything wrong with this set. You cannot find a better set for this price. Those who give this set less than 5 stars have not adjusted their sets properly or are not rating the set, but vendor problems (IMHO).I'm willing to say that this is better than 95% of the sets out there. Calibrated correctly, this set just rocks!
Panasonic makes great plasmas, best bang for the buck August 15, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I purchased this plasma from back in Sept of 2007 for $1649.00 Great price at the time but now they are like $1100--which is even better. I also just purchased the 42" TH-C42HD18 for $799.00 this past week. Another great plasma.
Just to keep it simple, Panasonic makes a great plasma for a great price. All the reviews that are out there rank it amoung the best, if not the best, in its class. Is it the best out there? Depending on what you read or who reviews it, its always in the top 3.
I debated between Samsung, Sharp, and Pansonic. I cant stand the shinny black bezel of Samsung because it reflects light. Panasonic has anti glare screens and "flat black" bezel color and I very minimal reflections, which is extremely important because of the windows and lighting where my plasma sits. I think a lot of people overlook that aspect. Price, reviews, and value came into play and I Panasonic came out on top. I also sell LCDs and Plasmas in my business and Panasonic is one of my favorites. I have a customer who has 200 of them over the past 2 years and not one has failed--the commerical version. Its a very solid product. I have the 50" mounted above a fireplace with a tilt mount. Have had it for almost a year now and no complaints. The 1080p flavor is actually the same price I paid for my 720p a year ago. The whole 720 vs. 1080p thing can be debated but Im not a TV junky and happy with the 720p flavor considering the 1080p was $700 more at the time.
If you want a great quality plasma and a good price, this is a good solution.
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