Panasonic DMP-BD65

97% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

78% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Picture ; Sound ; Easy to use

Lacks built-in storage ; No Wi-Fi ; No DivX HD playback

Panasonic was one of the first brands to build Blu-ray players, and it shows; this mid-range deck is one of the best around, and great value despite its above average price.

Rich, colourful images ; deep blacks ; good detail and definition ; spacious, dynamic sound

Doesn’t display subtleties as well as some rivals ; sonic detail and timing can be bettered

The ’BD65 is a dependable, very capable entry-level machine that can’t quite muster class-leading performance

Quick loading, pictures, sound, easy to use

Basic BD Live, no DLNA networking, lacks analogue audio outputs

With full marks for picture quality this super-slim, super-fast Blu-ray player is left looking only reasonable value for money. Its treatment of digital media and the novel Viera Cast portal are exemplary, but a lack of both file support and broadband...

All in all, there is a lot to like about the Panasonic DMP-BD65. Those who require 7.1-channel audio will be especially well serviced by this excellent Blu-ray player.

Panasonic jumps back into the leading pack at this price level – the BD65 is a great all-round Blu-ray player

This popular player offers a step up from the cheapest models in terms of picture quality, with very bold, bright colours and sharp detail. It offers some web features such as YouTube access and a decent remote control to reach them. The SD card slot...

the onscreen menu is a little convoluted. There aren't many online features to choose from

Attractive lightweight design, excellent Full HD video performance, SDXC memory card support

Limited USB file support, unwieldy remote control

The Panasonic DMP-BD65 Blu-ray player is an impressive performer that packs in plenty of functionality for a reasonable asking price.

Very low price ; Strong Internet-streaming options ; Multimedia via USB and SD ; Buttons on player are well placed

Disappointing image quality ; Ugly, poorly organized on-screen menus ; Difficult-to-use remote control

The Panasonic DMP-BD65P has a low price, given its selection of Internet-streaming options--but it suffers from uninspiring image quality.

Flexible- offers superior DVD upscaling for old school consumersValuable- this Blu-Ray player stands out and shines at a great priceErgonomic- slim-line design that weighs just over 4 lbsEfficient- boots up in seconds, excellent HD video and audio

Limited- does not include the proprietary wireless adapter

The DMP-BD65 offers almost everything the average consumer looks for...

Reasonably slim ; Excellent picture and sound quality ; Speedy ; Offers YouTube access

No MKV support