Panasonic P50G10 vs S1 ??? I've narrowed my next purchase down to Panasonic's 50 inchG10 or their S1 model but can't make up my mind - help please.I'll probably not use it for anything other than sports and hometheater through my sound system. Will I just be paying for morethan I need with the G10 or does it have additional adjustabilitythat makes it worth $150. Also, can I obtain settings (CNET)and adjust the picture to improve factory settings. Tnx in advance. Panasonic P50G10 vs S1 ??? I've narrowed my next purchase down to Panasonic's 50 inchG10 or their S1 model but can't make up my mind - help please.I'll probably not use... » Read More Panasonic P50G10 vs S1 ??? I've narrowed my next purchase down to Panasonic's 50 inchG10 or their S1 model but can't make up my mind - help please.I'll probably not use it for anything other than sports and hometheater through my sound system. Will I just be paying for morethan I need with the G10 or does it have additional adjustabilitythat makes it worth $150. Also, can I obtain settings (CNET)and adjust the picture to improve factory settings. Tnx in advance. « Show Less
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Thanks Walker D.K. Do you think the PQ is significantly better on the G10 than the S1? I went in to BestBuy to try and compare but the two TVs were on opposite endcaps running different demos so I couldn't really compare the PQ. The BestBuy guy told me the G10 had a significantly better processor than the S1. Also, back to my original question: will an S1/BD60 combo give me full Viera cast functionality?
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Here are the CNET settings for G10: http://forums.cnet.com/5208-19410_102-0.html?threadID=337556&tag;=mncol;txt
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I completely agree with Stick Boy's views. You need to choose based on your needs. I went with G10 because CNET rated it as the new king of Plasma and the price was right for me. Also, the internet connectivity was a plus, so was the brightness of the TV and the fact that it is among the top 5 best selling TVs on Amazon. I didn't research S1, but chose G10 over a Samsung LN46B650.
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Thanks to both of you. I have about decided on the 50G10, but it will be about a month or six weeks before I move on it so it will be interesting to see what happens to the price. I just hope we don't get a rave review from CU like the Sammy A650 did, or the price will probably increase.Thanks again. lYou both helped make up my mind.
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I'm currently in the 50G10 vs. 50S1 research mode, too. I want Viera cast (which the S1 doesn't have) but isn't it true I can get the same Viera cast capabilities if I buy the S1 and a blue-ray player that has Viera Cast, like the Panasonic DMP-BD80 or the BD60 (which now comes free w/ purchase of the S1 [or G10] from Amazon)?
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I've tried both and for me the extra $100 is beyond well worth it. S100 has much better low light performance and overall picture quality(although 110HS is very good). Video looks substantially better to me as well. The S100 is truly at another level in so many aspects. The 110HS is extremely impressive for it's low price and has to be one of the best at that price range but if you have the extra money to spend you won't regret moving to the S100(assuming you don't get the dreaded lens error).
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As someone who spent months in research (and finally decided on the NIKON) allow me to offer my advice: The NIKON P80 has a new sensor with 10.1MP (size 1/2.33" and a pixel density of 36MP/cm2). On its plus side, the small size (although it turns long when zoomed all in), the comprehensive menu and the overall built. On the minus side, the NIKON, although perfectly capable, will not take the best photo if left on Auto. The PANASONIC FZ18 has an older 8.1MP sensor (size 1/2.5" and a pixel density of 32MP/cm2). On its plus size, the impeccable LEICA lens system (and quite short even at maximum zoom), the handy joystick, the great image quality and the mechanical stabilization (the only one of these three that comes with it). On the minus side, the FZ18 is a bit larger that the P80 - and is bound to be replaced by Christmas. The FUJI S8100FD was never a contender for me. With a 10MP sensor (size 1/2.3" and a pixel density of 35MP/cm2) it is not too shabby. Yet, its overall design was not to my liking at all (of course that is a personal preference). The best advice a professional photographer gave me was this: choose the best lens and then the best sensor. Then make sure it is a camera for your level. The PANASONIC has the best lens whereas the NIKON has the best sensor (these cameras are still Point&Shoot, nowhere near the sensor sizes of a DSLR). Bottom line: if new to digital photography or do not care to be concerned with all the tweaking, go with the PANASONIC - it has a much better intelligent Auto (iA) function. If more experienced or would like to be more involved in taking a photo, go with the NIKON. Happy shooting!
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This is the older model. The newer one is the NB-G110P. I've had my NB-G100P since I purchased it in 2006 and am still using it almost daily. For more specific info on how users feel it operates I would check the reviews but for me personally I have been very happy with it and it does everything I expect it to. If this one ever dies on me, I'm glad that Panasonic started producing the newer model so I'll be able to replace it.
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I know I am going to get blasted for this. I personally think that as far as Blu-Ray standalones that this player is the best option available. That being said investing over $400 in one of these when you don't have an HDMI V1.3 display (1080p/24p) is just plain insane as you are spending a whole bunch of extra money with technology that you won't use until you upgrade your set/projector. I would go with a Toshiba A3 which has 720p/1080i capabilities and costs a whopping $118.49 shipped. If nothing else the price difference is significant enough that you could make use of it until the prices on things like the panasonic or the better HDTV sets comes down to the point where it is more affordable. I know I am going to get blasted for this. I personally think that as far as Blu-Ray standalones that this player is the best option available. That being said investing over $400 in one of these when you don't have an HDMI V1.3 display (1080p/24p) is just plain insane as you are spending a whole bunch of extra money with technology that you won't use until you upgrade your set/projector. I would go with a Toshiba A3 which has 720p/1080i capabilities and costs a whopping $118.49 shipped. If nothing else the price difference is significant enough that you could make use of it until the... » Read More I know I am going to get blasted for this. I personally think that as far as Blu-Ray standalones that this player is the best option available. That being said investing over $400 in one of these when you don't have an HDMI V1.3 display (1080p/24p) is just plain insane as you are spending a whole bunch of extra money with technology that you won't use until you upgrade your set/projector. I would go with a Toshiba A3 which has 720p/1080i capabilities and costs a whopping $118.49 shipped. If nothing else the price difference is significant enough that you could make use of it until the prices on things like the panasonic or the better HDTV sets comes down to the point where it is more affordable. « Show Less
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That clinches it. Amazon's good about accepting returns (I returned a Samsung late last year), but sounds like it's not worth the hassle this time. Thanks for confirming my choice. (I like Panasonic, too, but when I ask for a personal favorite from some of these sales guys who are around hundreds of TV sets every day, they almost always say Sony's the one.)
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I recently bought Onkyo 5300 and today noticed that S6300 has come down in price. I think spending little extra to acquire HT-S6300 is well worth it. I absolutely love Ht-5300 but the speakers are huge! I like sleeker look of Ht-s6300, plus up conversion, aux mic features are worth spending little extra money. But if you don't care about that, HT-S5300 is very good system with excellent sound. Haven't checked out Yamaha, so can't comment on it.
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M. Robel... Thanks for the reply. Seeing the tv in the store makes me agree with you. There are just so many posts out there on the internet that say it might be too big, and then you have the ones that give you such a huge range of size to distance ratio and it makes it difficult to decide when you are spending that much money. I appreciate your reply, and am definitely going to to with the 46".
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Without a doubt the Panasonic is a better deal and camera for the money ,I have both the G12 and the LX5 and the Panasonic wins hands down in almost all aspects. Just My op of course.
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My mother bought the 46" and I bought the 52". Both are very nice. After visiting last week my mother called me to say when she got home (200 miles away) her set looked liked a postage stamp.The 46" is really nice - the 52" is even better, much more of a "home theater" experience. Don't forget to upgrade the sound. Both units have sound that don't do the image justice.Don't place it too high (bad for the neck) and view dead on, not at an angle. I placed mine on a cart. I can roll it closer to the seating - then when not in use roll it away. With HDMI there are few cables to contend with. By doing this the set does not dominate the room as it did when on the mantle. (too high anyway). My mother bought the 46" and I bought the 52". Both are very nice. After visiting last week my mother called me to say when she got home (200 miles away) her set looked liked a postage stamp.The 46" is really nice - the 52" is even better, much more of a "home theater" experience. Don't forget to upgrade the sound. Both units have sound that don't do the image justice.Don't place it too high (bad for the neck) and view dead on, not at an angle. I placed mine on a cart. I can roll it closer to the seating - then when not in use roll it... » Read More My mother bought the 46" and I bought the 52". Both are very nice. After visiting last week my mother called me to say when she got home (200 miles away) her set looked liked a postage stamp.The 46" is really nice - the 52" is even better, much more of a "home theater" experience. Don't forget to upgrade the sound. Both units have sound that don't do the image justice.Don't place it too high (bad for the neck) and view dead on, not at an angle. I placed mine on a cart. I can roll it closer to the seating - then when not in use roll it away. With HDMI there are few cables to contend with. By doing this the set does not dominate the room as it did when on the mantle. (too high anyway). « Show Less
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Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the search for the S50 successor. Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the... » Read More Thank you for the advice. I played with the ISO, MP and color settings a little bit today and got some pictures that came out a little better. Sadly, I am comparing the pictures to my 8 year old Canon S50 and the S50 takes better pictures. Indoor flash pictures are particularly disappointing. It is hard for me to accept this. The reason I want to upgrade the S50 is for the smaller size, wider angle, zoom and HD video. I expect the pictures to be at least as good if not better after so many years.The S95 is a great suggestion. I may look into a Panasonic too. Now back to the search for the S50 successor. « Show Less
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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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Make sure you look at the 4665 in person before buying. The picture is better than any other HDTV (imho), but the glass surface is HIGHLY reflective. If you have any lights in the area (or windows) it may be very distracting. I went with the 4661 at $1,600.
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Awesome, thanks SD! The Panny G10 and V10 sets looks great and I love plasmas (have a Pioneer 5020 up in the bonus room), but I need an LCD for my living room due to a space issue (those 2 inches make a difference). If for any reason I don't love the B750, I'll be exchanging it for a 50" G10. Thanks again!
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Thanks. Sadly Amazon gets finer details wrong some of the time. I posted this same question on the gold box page and was directed to www.sonystyle.com. The 504 TV is a 720p just like the L5000. It costs less everywhere you can find it listed. The contrast ratio is listed as 8,000:1 as compared to 13,000:1 for the L5000. Also, the MSRP for the 504 is $399... so I fail to see how it is a "doorbuster" at $379. The 32L5000's MSRP is $449. It was on sale less than a month ago for $399. Value wise $50 off is $50 off. I'm just going to wait for the 32L5000 to be $399 again.
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Ok I am in the same boat about which plasma to get. I have gone to BestBuy numerous times and I like the Samsung PN42A450. I heard any tv in the 40s does not need 1080, as it would be a waste of money. I then saw the PN50A450 on Amazon for a great price, but it is 720. Just curious about if I get the 50, would standard tv look bad, and how about using a PS3 via DMI. Would it look bad because it is only 720 vs 1080? I know the 42inch would look nice, just concerned about the 50inch, and if I should get 42. It is for my bedroom so it will be somewhat close to me. Any comments regarding this would be helpful, thanks! Ok I am in the same boat about which plasma to get. I have gone to BestBuy numerous times and I like the Samsung PN42A450. I heard any tv in the 40s does not need 1080, as it would be a waste of money. I then saw the PN50A450 on Amazon for a great price, but it is 720. Just curious about if I get the 50, would standard tv look bad, and how about using a PS3 via DMI. Would it look bad because it is only 720 vs 1080? I know the 42inch would look nice, just concerned about the 50inch, and if I should get 42. It is for my bedroom so it will be somewhat close to me. Any comments regarding this... » Read More Ok I am in the same boat about which plasma to get. I have gone to BestBuy numerous times and I like the Samsung PN42A450. I heard any tv in the 40s does not need 1080, as it would be a waste of money. I then saw the PN50A450 on Amazon for a great price, but it is 720. Just curious about if I get the 50, would standard tv look bad, and how about using a PS3 via DMI. Would it look bad because it is only 720 vs 1080? I know the 42inch would look nice, just concerned about the 50inch, and if I should get 42. It is for my bedroom so it will be somewhat close to me. Any comments regarding this would be helpful, thanks! « Show Less
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As other have found though the S90's f/2 is only at the widest setting and the G11 is brigher at full zoom and the zoom is longer. So there are a few tradeoffs with the lenses. I'm actually in the same boat I got the G11, but fell in love with the s90 so I got that as well to replace my SD20 pocket camera. Sorry I have not had them long enough or shot enough pictures to give any real comparison. Coming from the SD20 I have a lot of catching up to do on the cameras and the software. I will say I think the rear dial on the s90 and G11 are too easy to rotate, I like the rear dial on the Canon SLRs, these little ones feel cheap and really are not the break through they represented for the SLRs. The s90 control ring on the lens seems very nice, but if it was all metal it would feel much nicer; still that feature is going to work well. I already put an egrips pad on the front of the s90 and a couple other carefully placed so I can hold onto the camera. First pocket camera I've put the hand-strap on as well (very nice one is supplied with camera). They should have included a slim slip case for the camera. I agree the Articulating LCD is a very nice feature and one of the main reasons I'll hold onto the G11, I know the new screens are better but often I'm shooting blind with my SD20. Coming from SLRs still nothing beats a great view finder or angle finder, but the articulating LCD can be very very handy. Now I have two cameras to learn (well actually 3 I replaced my film SLR with a digital as well), it maybe the G11 won't get a lot of use as the s90 will almost certainly be my pocket camera. Still It will be nice to have and after learning to operate these new digitals it should not be to hard to switch between the s90 and the G11.