WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?!?! I'm confused... what is the difference between this model and the Panasonic TH-50PX600U?
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The 600U has a few more bells & whistles. It accepts a cable card if your cable company supports that, has a VGA input for your computer, can display picture in picture (or split screen!) from 2 sources, has better speakers, and in my humble opinion looks a little nicer. There is no difference in the picture quality, both will have the same great picture. Both display in the same resolution. I just had to make the decision on what to buy, and I saved the $$ and got the 60U last week. The only perk I was really interested in was the picture in picture, but that's wasn't worth it to me, and Dish Network has a HD receiver that will do it internally (if I go that route). Anyway, hope this helps! Matt
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Correction: Panasonic informed me that ST50 series in 60 and 65 sizes will be out in 2 months (late May or June). Yes, it will cost more to get ST50 and they have made several improvements such as: Brightness, it will have a computer chip for smart TV, will allow smart phone or tablet to act touch screen remote, glass frame and other few other functional improvevements. I reordered my previous cancelled 65ST30 TV since I cant wait that long and price differential will be too great initailly between st30 and st50. The suggested MSRP for 60ST50 is 2100 and 2999 for 65ST50 and both can be pre-ordered.
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Does anyone know the difference between the Panasonic KX-TG 6544 from the 6534?
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Another reveiwer posted this, I used these settings as well and it looks great. http://www.plasmatvbuyingguide.com for the TH-50PX60U: Picture Mode Standard Picture +22 Brightness +8 Color -1 Tint -4 Sharpness -14 Color Temperature Warm
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I own the Panasonic, so obviously I'm biased. Worth noting that the 54" V10 has just been crowned the King of HDTVs...Buy the Panny. If nothing else, their customer service is WORLDS better than Samsung.
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Thanks for the reply. I went with the T260HD which was $50 less. When I get the TV I will post how I like it.
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hey natasha did you actually compare between hd66 and gt720??? my education guess is gt720 probably have better picture quality because it can throw very short distance so it will produce better picture color and sharpness. for example 50 inch screen picture is better than 180 inch screen for projecting.
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I ask the same question at Best Buy on the 40" model; They responded, a slightly better contrast (dynamic contrast ratio)... Anyone can compare models at Samsungs website... The 40" model was unavailable in 240 hz & I never found hertz listed in specs on samsungs site to know if that is true about the 50" model, the CMR (clear motion rate) is listed at 240 on both models...
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Gamble, The other BIG difference is that the 65's HDMI inputs actually ACCEPT 1080p vs. being 1080p COMPATIBLE and scaling down to 1080i only to reformat it back to "P" like the 61. Go for the 65...I was in the same boat as you until I found that out reading my Crutchfield catalog. Only makes sense for HD-DVD (now a dead format) and Blu-Ray
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My new 50" S30 is not as bright as the 3 year old 42" (720p) Panasonic plasma it replaced. The picture quality, however, is much better than the old plasma. It took me a couple of weeks to get used to it, but now it doesn't bother me (installed in my basement, little natural light) And keep in mind no plasma will be as bright as a LCD HDTV.
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I did. I was debating between 8500 and VT60 and decided for the latter. They are both excellent TVs. I think for some reason Samsung appeared to be a bit more colorful and brighter than Panasonic. I think its because of their calibration and proprietary enhancer..However, I heard some quality issues with other Samsung models, especially with LCDs on other forums and went with the VT60 instead. It was a 50-49 decision making..However, for a bright room, I regret buying the Plasma because of the reflections. Given the specs, quad core etc. and browsing experience, I should've gone for Samsung but again Panasonic is king for plasma and my other Panasonic is still with no issues after 8 years.. I did. I was debating between 8500 and VT60 and decided for the latter. They are both excellent TVs. I think for some reason Samsung appeared to be a bit more colorful and brighter than Panasonic. I think its because of their calibration and proprietary enhancer..However, I heard some quality issues with other Samsung models, especially with LCDs on other forums and went with the VT60 instead. It was a 50-49 decision making..However, for a bright room, I regret buying the Plasma because of the reflections. Given the specs, quad core etc. and browsing experience, I should've gone for Samsung... » Read More I did. I was debating between 8500 and VT60 and decided for the latter. They are both excellent TVs. I think for some reason Samsung appeared to be a bit more colorful and brighter than Panasonic. I think its because of their calibration and proprietary enhancer..However, I heard some quality issues with other Samsung models, especially with LCDs on other forums and went with the VT60 instead. It was a 50-49 decision making..However, for a bright room, I regret buying the Plasma because of the reflections. Given the specs, quad core etc. and browsing experience, I should've gone for Samsung but again Panasonic is king for plasma and my other Panasonic is still with no issues after 8 years.. « Show Less
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Another reveiwer posted this, I used these settings as well and it looks great.http://www.plasmatvbuyingguide.com for the TH-50PX60U: Picture Mode Standard Picture +22 Brightness +8 Color -1 Tint -4 Sharpness -14 Color Temperature Warm
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thanks I was thinking about waiting but doing the research it seems that there will not be any cast improvements in tech on the tv. This combined with the great prices on them are making it mighty inticing to purchase. I like my panasonic I have now but I feel the picture could be better. Thats why I want to upgrade I'm just trying to justify buying spending the money.
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Hi! I have been reading up on both tv's and it looks like the panasonic V10 is by far the best of the both. I just purchased the sammy b860 and also trying to find a good deal with the panny V10 (since it cost more). Both tv's can display the 24p at 96hz(24hzx4=96hz), so since the panny G10 can only do the 24p at 48hz(ficker problem). That's why tto me the sammy B860 is bump to second best, but this sammy has a buzzing sound if you live high above sea level. Remember this is just my opinion. hope this help someone......:)
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I personally like the 50" Panasonic plasm. I have mostly looked at the 50PZ700u. I person I work with, who is a stickler for this kind of stuff, bought this TV and really has enjoyed it. According to him you really cant beat it without going up in price by a few thousand dollars. Just as a side note, best I can tell these couple of models use the same panel and just have a few minor differences. 50PZ700U - My preferred right now 50PZ750U - Same with some more plugs and color settings. Costs more as well. 50PZ77U - Not totally sure what the difference is, but it seems very similar.
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the newer model has 1080p HD, and looks a lot cheaper. The old one is 720. They updated it 2 weeks after I got mine. still love it 2 years later. even though I have the 720 I don't need an upgrade. hope this helps
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The differences are minor, except for the Netflix feature. I've got the Panasonic BD-35k with NO Netflix, and a Insiginia with wireless Netflix and it's awesome !!Netflix offers HD streaming that is outstanding (no extra cost).I would highly recommend to the people at Panasonic to provide a firmware update so the BD-35k could stream. The salesperson at Best Buy said it would happen, but a year and a half later...nothing. I'm not sure if Panasonic wants to keep my business.Go with the Samsung.