Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") (TVs)

Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65")
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Product Age Average review date: 15-12-2008

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Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800

By Richard (reevoo.com) Read the full review

Very easy to set up, great picture quality and looks great

Haven't found any yet

Aug, 2009 2009-08-24   5

Panasonic TH-58PZ800

By Shanan (reevoo.com) Read the full review

Build quality, design and reputation

Hard to compare to Pioneer model when making a decision to purchase with regards to best picture

Mar, 2009 2009-03-30   4.5

Samsung LE37A616: Samsung does it again!

By johanna18 (dooyoo.co.uk) Read the full review

Bought this TV around a year ago now and we are loving it. Stylish, Simple and with all the features we need. Cheapest place at the time to buy it was Currys but that might not be the case now - as always shop around for the best deal. This TV is quite...

great looking tv

attracts and shows dust badly

Mar, 2009 2009-03-01   5

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Manufacturer's Description

Intelligent Frame Creation achieves excellent moving picture resolution and flicker-less images. With 50Hz video signal input, the Intelligent Frame Creation achieves high moving picture resolution even in fast-motion scenes. This function makes frame that was calculated by speed and direction of motion. It allows natural frame-to-frame transitions to occur for smooth motion images with high resolution. Every image is richly expressive from bright scenes, such as scorching desert landscapes...

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May, 2012 2012-05-23 alaScore 90 4.5

Panasonic Viera TH-65PZ800 review

By Alex Jennings (cnet.co.uk)

The 65-inch Panasonic Viera TH-65PZ800 plasma TV looks nothing short of sensational with hi-def material, making it the perfect option for anyone seeking a cinema-scale experience without the hassles associated with projectors.

Superb picture quality for such a huge screen ; Aggressively priced considering what's on offer ; Features galore

Hardly the prettiest way to fill 65 inches of your room ; Some of the video processing can be unhelpful

Conclusion The 65PZ800 is the flagship TV in Panasonic's current consumer range, and it lives up to this title with an almost regal swagger. It's big, it's clever and its performance is so good that it's quite probably worth building a dedicated home...

Jan, 2009 2009-01-13   4.5

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Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ800 review

By Alex Jennings (cnet.co.uk)

The Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ800 is a mighty fine plasma TV. In fact, with no 42-inch Pioneer Kuro sets around now, it's the best 42-inch plasma TV that money can buy. If money's no object, bag yourself a 42PZ800 with impunity. If money is an object,...

Outstanding HD picture quality ; Excellent connectivity ; Plenty of features

We're not totally convinced it's worth twice as much money as the Panasonic 42PX80

The only question is whether, in today's financially challenged times, the 42PZ800 is quite good enough to justify its cost over that of Panasonic's own significantly cheaper plasma options

Jan, 2009 2009-01-05   4

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Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800B 50in Plasma TV

By John Archer (trustedreviews.com)

Award: Recommended!

A big Full HD screen that uses Panasonic's respected plasma technology. Now that does sound good.

It's really tough to know what marks to give the 50PZ800B in the Picture and Overall departments. For on the one hand it's a truly mesmerisingly good HD performer, while on the other its standard definition efforts leave a little to be desired in a...

Jul, 2008 2008-07-24   4.5

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Panasonic TH-42PZ800

By (whathifi.com)

Yet another fine Panasonic 42in. If you're a fan of the brand, or simply can find a good deal, it's well worth a look

Fine picture, with good contrast and resolution ; strong sound ; extremely comprehensive spec

Only its key rival, the Sony KDL-46W4500, is a little better in some regards, and a fair bit cheaper

  5

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Panasonic TH-58PZ800

By (whathifi.com)

A good big-screen plasma, and well worth an audition although we'd be sure to try out its key rival too

Big, punchy and exciting pictures with most discs ; excellent tuner ; well equipped

Only that the similarly priced Pioneer is even better

  4

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Panasonic TH-50PZ800

By John Archer (avreview.co.uk)

Stunning HD picture quality, excellent connectivity, plenty of features

Intelligent Frame Creation can cause problems with sport ; occasional colour tone issues with standard definition, all the quality on offer doesn't come cheap

Jan, 2009 2009-01-26   4.5

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Panasonic TH42PZ800

By HDTVorg.co.uk (hdtvorg.co.uk)

Exceptional performance, at a price ..

The TH-42PZ800 is an exceptional flat panel performer that comes at a price. Other Panasonic plasmas come close in performance terms and offer better value for money (especially the 'Freesat' enabled model), but if you want the best ...

Sep, 2008 2008-09-24   4.7

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Panasonic TH50PZ800B / TH50PZ800 Review

By David Mackenzie (hdtvtest.co.uk)

Award: Recommended!

Panasonic TH50PZ800B is a 50″ plasma television positioned at the high end of the company's lineup. Key features of this model include the Full HD 1920×1080p resolution, a quoted contrast ratio of 30,000:1, and the company's V-REAL PRO 3 processing...

Excellent black level (measured 0.04 cd/m2) ; Suitably accurate colour reproduction ; Renders motion fluidly with minimal motion blurring ; Displays 1080p/24 video signal without telecine judder ; Picture Overscan] control allows for 1:1 pixel mapping...

Lack of per-input settings ; Not enough video controls, especially given the display's price ; No user accessible greyscale control ; Standard-def video processing lacking, no 3:2/2:2 film mode detection ; The usual issues of PWM noise, glass...

Although we were a little disappointed by the lack of image calibration options on show given this display's price (roughly £500 more than the 50-inch PZ80), we were still very pleased with the image quality produced by the Panasonic TH50PZ800B. More...

Let's find out how it performs!

Sep, 2008 2008-09-07 No rating -0.1

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Panasonic TH-50PZ850A plasma television

By Lincoln Spector (goodgearguide.com.au)

The Panasonic TH-50PZ850A is a pretty good value, especially in view of its generous array of extra features. Not only can it display your pictures an...

Well-designed remote, SD card slot

Average picture quality

The Panasonic TH-50PZ850A is pretty good value, especially in view of its generous array of extra features.

Apr, 2009 2009-04-24   3.8

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Panasonic VIERA TH-42PZ800A

By Andrew Kliem (goodgearguide.com.au)

If you follow the school of thought that bigger numbers mean a better product, then the Panasonic TH-42PZ800A should certainly impress you. Boasting a...

Great blacks, excellent contrast, rich accurate colours, good motion handling

Minor noise issues, calibration options lacking

Another great plasma from Panasonic. The TH-42PZ800A produces a great picture with some of the best blacks we've seen; it only suffers from a few niggling issues.

Aug, 2008 2008-08-14   4

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alaTest has collected and analysed 25 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from amazon.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Oct, 2004 to Apr, 2010. The average user rating from amazon.co.uk is 88 out of 100.

  22 Users positive 3 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 2 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from ciao.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Apr, 2008 to Aug, 2008. The average user rating from ciao.co.uk is 100 out of 100.

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An OLYMPIC winner than partner!

HD) but these guys at Panasonic offers a bit more may be a lot more to some!..a THX certification for display properties such as accurate colour repro

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ800

This 46 Inch PZ800 is Panasonics replacement for the PZ700 series and sports many new features and designs. with a full HD display 1080p and a screen

  2 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 5 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from dooyoo.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Jul, 2008 to Mar, 2009. The average user rating from dooyoo.co.uk is 96 out of 100.

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Samsung LE37A616: Samsung does it again!

Bought this TV around a year ago now and we are loving it. Stylish, Simple and with all the features we need. Cheapest place at the time to buy it was

Meet My New Cigarette Buddy......

INTRODUCTION Having recently added a conservatory to the back of the house to give us a bit more space, we decided that it was time to bite the bullet

Samsung LE37A616: Another Great TV From Samsung

We recently decided it was time to replace the old 14" portable TV in the bedroom. We have two LCD TV's downstairs, but quite often watch the one in t

Matsui M26LW508: HD Tv

I have had this television for about 4 weeks now. Overall the television is fine, the colours are good, the picture is clear. The built in freeview is

  5 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 11 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from reevoo.com. The user reviews were collected from Jul, 2008 to Aug, 2009. The average user rating from reevoo.com is 90 out of 100.

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Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800

Very easy to set up, great picture quality and looks great Haven't found any yet

Panasonic TH-58PZ800

Build quality, design and reputation Hard to compare to Pioneer model when making a decision to purchase with regards to best picture

Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800

picture quality sound is ok but not brilliant. silver panel along the bottom spoils the look a bit

Panasonic TH-58PZ800

Picture quality brilliant, whole package great, easy to install Reviewer left no comment

  11 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 163 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from cnet.com. The user reviews were collected from Jan, 2008 to Oct, 2010. The average user rating from cnet.com is 83 out of 100.

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Great HDTV for the price... until you add in repair.

This will not be the most helpful review. It is merely a warning and an added voice to the growing number of complaints against Panasonic and their in

Panasonic Viera TH-58PZ800U

I bought this TV just before the new 2009 models came out because it had finally dropped in price enough to justify buying it. Boy am I happy that I d

Panasonic Viera TH-58PZ800U

I bought this TV just before the new 2009 models came out because it had finally dropped in price enough to justify buying it. Boy am I happy that I d

Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ800U

tv is in 16.9 mode 99% of time,in the last two weeks has been in 4.3 mode by others,but not more than an hour at a time,and we already see where the s

  141 Users positive 22 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 54 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from cnet.com.au. The user reviews were collected from Jun, 2008 to Feb, 2009. The average user rating from cnet.com.au is 88 out of 100.

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Panasonic TH-42PZ800A

Seriously the best picture quality i have ever owned. Pic quality is superb. Glare is strong but not a prob in my room.

Panasonic TH-42PZ800A

I got the 50inch & could not be happier. Could not justify the price for the Pioneer plasma. For 'Bearview' who commented that while watching sports

Panasonic TH-42PZ800A

I recently bought the 50" version of this TV (i.e 50PZ800A) and I have to agree with most of the reviewers comments. It was probably the best value 5

Panasonic TH-42PZ800A

After spending countless hrs reading reviews including CNET's thorough report i ordered the 46". Got it for $2199 after visiting a few diff outlets.N

  51 Users positive 3 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 40 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from newegg.com. The user reviews were collected from Jul, 2008 to Aug, 2009. The average user rating from newegg.com is 98 out of 100.

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Upgraded to 58 Inch

Note that the included table stand on this 58 inch model does NOT swivel like the 50 inch model. I got around this by buying a sturdy swivel stand tha

Gorgeous Picture

As an afterthought, I really like the Panasonics with the Vierra Cast technology. It lets you enjoy online content. If you are looking for that featur

Amazing

I have this plasma in my basement, in a light controlled environment. Even so, I don't think glare would be an issue in a sun lit room. Beautiful pic

COOL PLASMA

THIS PLASMA LOOKS SO MUCH BIGGER THAN MY OLD 50 INCH DLP TV-I TOUCH THE SCREEN OR THE BACK AND IT IS NOT EVEN WARM. IT IS TRULY AMAZING THE PROGRESS P

  40 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 486 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from amazon.com. The user reviews were collected from Mar, 2008 to Jan, 2012. The average user rating from amazon.com is 93 out of 100.

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Enjoyed it during it's SHORT life.

This TV has been wonderful for the 2 1/2 yrs of use. It all came to a crashing halt, yesterday as I was trying to get ready for the game and my TV wou

2 flashes of death

Well. Just got the 2 flash of death. According to my research these have a serious flaw. Now I'm facing an expensive repair or replacement after only

great tv

good as any tv when it came out. I would say lcd tv has gotten much better and now has better resolution, deeper blacks and is clearly brighter so I w

Shame on Panasonic!!

Shame on Panasonic!! Yes..this set is awesome...at first. Owners have been reporting on the AVS forum that after a year of use that the black levels a

  461 Users positive 25 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 6 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from bestbuy.ca. The user reviews were collected from Jul, 2011 to Dec, 2011. The average user rating from bestbuy.ca is 93 out of 100.

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Self employed

Amazing, deep blacks fantastic picture THX setting is second only to proper isf calibration

Well worth it when compared to same priced models

Great picture as most plasma's will deliver. Very good sound quality when compared to other flat panels in general. Be weary of thin designed models a

Beast Rated for the Price

I read MANY reviews before buying this tv and they were true to their word.This tv is awesome.

Great tv

This tv is really clear and looks great but make sure you buy the calibration because without it really doesn't look right. Once get calibration it lo

  6 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 2 user reviews of the Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65") from bestbuy.com. The user reviews were collected from Apr, 2011 to Jun, 2011. The average user rating from bestbuy.com is 100 out of 100.

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Booyah Boyyah Booom.

The TV is awesome and would highly recomend it to anyone looking for super deep black levels. Black levels, colors, widgets sound

GREAAAATTTTT

Just got this bad boy delivered two days ago and I am ever pleased. First off anyone who even thinks a LED has a better picture then this really has n

  2 Users positive

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Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65")

Panasonic TH-PZ800 Series LCD TV (42", 46", 50", 58", 65"): product specifications


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Brand

Panasonic (See all Panasonic TVs)

Audio System
Built-in Decoders
Dolby Digital Plus
Sound Output Mode
Stereo/Surround Sound
Speakers Included
2 tweeters / 2 woofers
Surround Mode
Built-in
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
32.7cm/40.9cm/41.6cm
Height
105cm/73.3cm/94.9cm
Weight
37kg/63.5kg/90kg
Width
108cm/145cm/160cm
DVD
Type
 None
Header
Manufacturer
Panasonic
Model
42PZ800B/58PZ800/65PZ800
Product Line
Panasonic TH
Television
100Hz
Built-in / Yes
Diagonal Size
42in/58in/65in
Diagonal Size (cm)
106cm/147cm/165cm
Digital Television Certification
HD ready/Not certified
Display Format
1080p (FullHD)
Dynamic Contrast Ratio
1000000:1
Enhanced Refresh Rate
100 Hz
HDCP Compatible
 Yes
HDMI Ports Qty
4
HDTV Ready
Built-in / Yes
Image Aspect Ratio
16:9
Image Contrast Ratio
30000:1
Parental Channel Lock
 Yes
PC Interface
VGA (HD-15)
Plasma Panel Technology
Panasonic 11th Generation Plasma Panel
Progressive Scan
Progressive scanning (line doubling)
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Series
VIERA
Technology
Plasma (PDP)
Type
Plasma TV
Video Interface
Component / Composite / HDMI / S-Video / SCART
Widescreen
Widescreen
TV Tuner
Digital TV Tuner
DVB-T
HDTV Tuner
 Yes
MPEG Decoder
MPEG-4
Multi-channel Preview
Picture-and-picture (PAP) / Picture-and-text (PAT) / Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Teletext
 Yes
TV Tuner Presence
Built-in

Manufacturer's Description


Intelligent Frame Creation achieves excellent moving picture resolution and flicker-less images. With 50Hz video signal input, the Intelligent Frame Creation achieves high moving picture resolution even in fast-motion scenes. This function makes frame that was calculated by speed and direction of motion. It allows natural frame-to-frame transitions to occur for smooth motion images with high resolution. Every image is richly expressive from bright scenes, such as scorching desert landscapes, to dark cave scenes. Contrast is enhanced by the Real Black Drive system (a pre-discharge control system) and a higher base luminance from improvements made during panel production process. The high contrast creates deep, robust blacks and reproduces scenes with a delicate balance of light and shadow. 5,120 equivalent steps of gradation lend natural expression to images such as sunsets. VIERA's large color space covers 120% of the conventional HDTV color standard. The result is a level of color expression that approaches digital cinema. In addition to brilliant picture quality, VIERA models offer the easy operation made possible by VIERA link and the SD card slot. VIERA link lets you operate other connected Panasonic AV components using only the VIERA TV's remote control unit. The majority of the VIERA line-up is equipped with a slot for large-capacity SDHC cards. You can view a slideshow of your photos on VIERA's big beautiful screen just by simply remove the SD memory card from your digital still camera, and slip it in to the slot. By simply inserting an SD memory card into the SD slot of a VIERA TV, Full-HD (1920 x 1080) video clips recorded with an HD camcorder will fill the large TV screen.

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