Panasonic TH-42PZ700U

Panasonic TH-42PZ700U

TH-42PZ700U Review, by Lincoln Spector September 20, 2007

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• Latest User Reviews 1 review
• Reviewed by: PJSKAL

  Duration of ownership: 2 Months

  Strengths: GREAT PICTURE

  Weaknesses: CABINET VIRBRATION. THE BACK IS METAL AND EVEN WITH THE BASE TURNED DOWN IT SOUNDS TERRIBLE.

  Overall: GREAT PICTURE, SOUND HAS CAPABILITIES BUT LACKING CONTROLS. VERY POOR ENGINEERING.

• Reviewed by: jandrekov

  Strengths: Excellent quality picture, sharp, clear color contrast. Good speaker sound. Easy setup and program.

  Weaknesses: Slow turning on and changing channels. There seems to be a problem with the green tint which seemed to resolve itself on the third day.

  Overall: We started looking for a plasma and/or LCD TV 6 months ago. Based on reviews from audio/video magazines and visiting several stores, this plasma TV was the best based on reviews, picture quality and price. Anti-reflection is good but there is room for improvement. We are extremely pleased with this TV.

• Reviewed by: Rainking430

  Strengths: Currently the only 1080p plasma on the market at this size, deeper blacks and richer color than LCDs (and cheaper!), Panasonic's Plasma Concierge Service

  Weaknesses: No anti-burn-in features

  Overall: I did my research before settling for a plasma. I knew I wanted a 42", but also 1080p. This set fit the bill, perfectly. Don't believe what you hear the "experts" say about it being mathematically impossible to tell the difference at this size between 720p and 1080p, when viewing from a comfortable distance. I can tell you, this TV proves that math doesn't tell the whole story. You will see the difference. I do, and I am very happy! The price, the deep blacks, and the rich color put it heads and shoulders above any LCD. And Panasonic's customer service is second to none.

• Reviewed by: webbedhand1

  Strengths: Excellent picture quality, sharp looking, good audio, functional remote

  Weaknesses: input functions could be better designed

  Overall: Did a lot of research before buying this one. This is rated #2 next to #1 Pioneer, I have to agree since the picture is superb. There's really not much to complain about the 700U series except that when trying to go to different inputs, you have to scroll down a list. Panasonic should have a quick recall or switch/last button on the remote to go between components.Great TV with great picture quality.

• Reviewed by: RealDeal248

  Strengths: Great Picture Color and Clarity. Great 1080p picture. Blacks are the best I\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'ve seen outside of the Pioneer line. Great sound

  Weaknesses: A little bit heavy for the size makes it a kind of difficult to mount.

  Overall: Overall this is one of the best plasmas I could find. With the 200 installation rebate this was really a steal since I got it about 1000 dollars cheaper then best buy had it.

• Reviewed by: ruzzzell

  Strengths: Excellent picture and sound, DVI input

  Weaknesses: Can't do 1080p over component

  Overall: At first I was disappointed because this TV wouldn't display 1080p with my Xbox 360 over component. I was able to exchange my Xbox 360 for an elite with hdmi. All is good now and the picture is amazing. The thing that shocked me the most is that this TV has some serious speakers. Bluray movies look amazing. I also have enjoyed using this TV as HTPC, the DVI input is great if you plan to the TV as HTPC.