TH-58PZ800U Panasonic vs PN58A650 Samsung
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Consumer Reports "dinged" the Panasonic because the speakers where not as good and the remote was better on the Samsung. But by far, look at all the AVS boards , if you want the best Picture 2nd only to the high priced Pioneer, the Panasonic is the best. Beside most use there 5.1 Dolby systems for sound these days.
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I did not see the Samsung 65" in action, but then again I did not see the Vizio either before I went ahead and bought it. I have been extremely pleased with the Vizio 80, it is a fantastic TV and especially on the HD and BluRay! One small downside with it is that for whatever reason, this model does not support the Skype app - one thing to consider if you were going to use it for video conferencing. No regrets, quite the experience.
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I've pretty much decided on purchasing the Panasonic 50PZ800U. I notice from your previous post that you have LCDs in your home as well. How would you compare the viewing experience between those and your new plasma? As far as HDTV, do you have Cable or Satellite? I currently have Satellite, but will switch to FIOS based on reviews in Consumer Reports.I really appreciate your time!
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I think they are both excellent tvs. I was deciding between the 2 models, and finalized my choice when I checked them out at the store. I went with the Sony 40v4100.
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You mean the speaker outputs, correct? I have the 605 which is last year's model as part of whatever the HTiB was back then. I tried some Monster dual-plugs and they did not fit. I ended up getting a whole bunch of single plugs from Monoprice for a fantastic price and taking the Monster ones back for a refund. The 7100 looks awesome. I wish I could upgrade :). The 605 only has two HDMI inputs and doesn't integrate with my Panasonic plasma like this one would. Oh well. Something is going to have to go component/optical so I can have all the switching via my receiver.
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I've had both TV's. The B550 replaced my A550 which was broken. The PIP was on A550 but the screen was so small it wasn't worth it. The sound on the B550 is supposed to be better but I'm unconvinced. I think it's worse. But I do admit that the accident that broke my A550 could have caused a problem on the HDMI port on my cable box. I'm not ready to blame Samsung yet. But I have also read reviews where sound was mentioned as an issue. But the picture on the B550 is a lot better.
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the b640 has most of the specs of the b630, but with the glossy finish of the b650. I am a fan of the 120hz and you notices the different with your blu-ray player or PS3 and the dead HD-DVD. It makes things pop-out a little and look a little unatural, but is like 3D on some movies. When you turn it way too high you get the halo effect and some blocking on fast scenes. Most people will buy a blu-ray player sooner or later so I say just go with the 120hz for the future. If you turn it off it is just like watching the b550. Most antenna broadcast will not pop out as much, since the source is not as good.
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Does anyone know the difference between the Panasonic KX-TG 6544 from the 6534?
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I purchased the Samsung LN52A860S2F a couple of days ago and I was told by the merchant that these tv has a better picture quality then its predacessor, but I can't find that fact anywhere. I wonder if I got tricked in to paying $200 bucks more for nothing.
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I decided not to get a Uniden precisely for that reason. Went with a panasonic instead. Pretty happy with it.
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The Samsung has buzzing issues, while the Panasonics (this one at least) has not demonstrated this problem. Everything else being even would lean me towards the GT25 (which is what I bought).
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I forgot to mention; I have a separate sound system, so I'm mostly concerned with the picture. How would you compare the picture quality of the two TVs?
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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 have the 58B860 and really enjoy the tv. I even encourage my dad to purchase one. I believe the only difference between the two tv's is the 3d technology. If you want 3d then I would say go with the c8000, but if you want a tv that is alot cheaper, and has great picture quality, then go for the 58b860. You may be able to find the 58b60 at a local retail store on clearance. I purchased mine for 1699.00 and my dad purchased his for 1529.00 from HHgregg. Hope this helps.
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Here's a CNET link that discusses some of the differences: http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/panasonic-tc-p55gt30/4505-6482_7-34468658.html
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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.
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I don't know how much help I can be but I'll give it a shot. I bought the Samsung because I own a Samsung LCD 46" bought in '08. I was quite happy with that TV so I stuck with the Samsung brand. I really think the 46" has a better picture than the 65" LED. Could be because of a consequential loss of picture clarity that comes with larger screen sizes. The UN65 has a dual core processor but if you're really into "smart," I recommend the quad core (more money of course). I subscribe to NFL game replays and they won't load well (and therefore can't view) with the dual core; I have to use my quad core computer. I think the UN has a really reasonable price, but you generally get what you pay for (as the old saying goes). Bottom line . . . I like the UN65 but, at the same time, I am a little disappointed. The only way you'll ever know is to look at them side-by-side and remember, showrooms do not have real-life broadcasts (in most instances) so when you get one home, your picture may not be a great as in the showroom. Hope this helps somewhat and good luck!