ST30 or S30? Don't need 3D, just wondering if the step up from 900 lines to 1080 lines is discernible, and these differences:"The S30 series replaces the best selling S2 line from last years Panasonic line up. This is a mid-grade lineup plasma that maintains some very good picture quality while foregoing many of the best and newest features such as 3D compatibility, Internet Apps, Wifi ready access, and the new louvered screen filter on the ST30 and up. Upgrades include better fast switching phosphors and a much thinner panel profile."F.Y.I.http://reviews.plasmatvbuyingguide.com/panasonic-plasma-tv/panasonic-tcp50s30.html http://3d-tvbuyingguide.com/panasonic-3d-tv/panasonic-tcp50st30.html ST30 or S30? Don't need 3D, just wondering if the step up from 900 lines to 1080 lines is discernible, and these differences:"The S30 series replaces the best selling S2 line... » Read More ST30 or S30? Don't need 3D, just wondering if the step up from 900 lines to 1080 lines is discernible, and these differences:"The S30 series replaces the best selling S2 line from last years Panasonic line up. This is a mid-grade lineup plasma that maintains some very good picture quality while foregoing many of the best and newest features such as 3D compatibility, Internet Apps, Wifi ready access, and the new louvered screen filter on the ST30 and up. Upgrades include better fast switching phosphors and a much thinner panel profile."F.Y.I.http://reviews.plasmatvbuyingguide.com/panasonic-plasma-tv/panasonic-tcp50s30.html http://3d-tvbuyingguide.com/panasonic-3d-tv/panasonic-tcp50st30.html « Show Less
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Thanks for the info. You must have gotten the 42 inch ST30 for $699 right? Cuz the 50 inch should be closer to $899.
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Bump. I'm in the same boat, don't care too much about 3D, just picture quality. Is the ST30 significantly better PQ than the S30?And just to confirm, the ST30 comes with the WiFi adapter while the S30 does not, right?
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Lots of good info on this camera here - but a major difference is that it is HD vs. VGA. I do t have any BL-C230s, but I have a bunch of old BL-C131As. They were easier to setup, could be setup from many browsers, etc. the new one seems to be IE restricted for setup but can be viewed in most browsers with the /cam option.Here is the panasonic info: http://security.panasonic.com/pss/security/products/bbbl/lineup/bl-vt164w/index.html
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The single pane glass was the reason why I chose the 860 model. To me it takes away from the picture and the viewing experience. Maybe that is not the case for all double pane tv"s. I do not know if the c8000 is single glass, but I have heard that it is a great tv. You are correct about LCD LED, the price is not justifiable. People have complained about burn in issues of plasma. I have had four plasma tv's and I have not had any issue with burn in. There may be some slight image retention, but that goes away. That is a good idea to go to bestbuy and test the tv. Will you buy online or at store. The single pane glass was the reason why I chose the 860 model. To me it takes away from the picture and the viewing experience. Maybe that is not the case for all double pane tv"s. I do not know if the c8000 is single glass, but I have heard that it is a great tv. You are correct about LCD LED, the price is not justifiable. People have complained about burn in issues of plasma. I have had four plasma tv's and I have not had any issue with burn in. There may be some slight image retention, but that goes away. That is a good idea to go to bestbuy and test the tv. Will you buy online or... » Read More The single pane glass was the reason why I chose the 860 model. To me it takes away from the picture and the viewing experience. Maybe that is not the case for all double pane tv"s. I do not know if the c8000 is single glass, but I have heard that it is a great tv. You are correct about LCD LED, the price is not justifiable. People have complained about burn in issues of plasma. I have had four plasma tv's and I have not had any issue with burn in. There may be some slight image retention, but that goes away. That is a good idea to go to bestbuy and test the tv. Will you buy online or at store. « Show Less
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Sadly, after watching an "Aliens" DVD on this new BDP-350 I think the upconversion is inferior to my now disconnected Toshiba A-3. My plasma is a 2005 Panasonic 480p EDTV, the best ever made before the resolution was phased out, and the difference is obvious and painful. Resolution is set to "auto" which seems to be the same as 480p.Maybe I've missed something. Anyone out there have any suggestions? Thank you.
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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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4K TVs by contrast are resolution enhanced but rely on the same LCD front panel (twisting crystals) with a backlight source (LED). While there have been incredible improvements in LED TV black levels, they still don't match the best plasma TVs, which is one of the biggest factors in a superior picture. Plasma TVs have a big enthusiast following. Look up articles about the Pioneer Kuro. Look up how a lot of those Pioneer engineers moved to Panasonic. And the disappointment when Panasonic decided to stop making plasma TVs. There's a reason why these TVs are up in price... but it's more so nostalgia. I agree with you, it's NOT worth the price. If you want a plasma TV, get the Samsung 8500 for half the price. But I would also say that right now is a bad time to buy ANY expensive TV since the industry is in-between technologies. What TV channels feed 4k? I would wait if you're in that price range. Prices are going to drop quite fast.
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Are you buying a no frills Samsung. If so there is not a lot of difference. The TCL does not have a great deal of inputs usually the Samsung will have more and a better picture. I bought this TV for my RV most of the time i can't receive HD signal, so a really fantastic picture was not a great concern. My advice believe it or not is to buy a plasma. If you can control the lighting in your room you won't be sorry. But if you tight on money this is a good entry level TV, by the way don't do the software upgrade I hear it will screw up the TV
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YES !!! I had a Panasonic Viera 1080p 2D ONLY and this was the main reason I did purchase the AdapSonic Converter (to see 3D in a TV beafore decided to buy one). You need a Player (bluray) that play 3D (need a 1.4 HDMI Cable). If TV is 2D only will play SBS and HOU formats only and convert regular 2D (like TV programs) but will never be like a real 3D sbs... Remember in the 3D world this one is the oldes system so will not be as colorful like in the movies or a real 3D TV but if you are in a budget an will like something to start I did recomended it push me to buy my new Passive 3D 65" LD TV. PS: if you have a 3D TV you do NOT need this Converter, IF you do NOT have a 3D TV then it is for you.
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I watched the cnet video review for the plasma 8000 and its said the 3D was better then the LED version, becuase there was NO ghosting effect.
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These televisions use different technologies. Plasma is great if you are watching in a room with no light opposite the screen. The Plasma screen has a glass surface that is highly reflective, so if you have a window in back of you, it will reflect off the glass. However, if you plan to watch in a room that does not have light opposite the television, you cannot beat the Plasma. My brother has a Vizio, which he loves. I love my Panasonic. I also have an LED, a Samsung, which is quite good as well. I have read about some customer service issues with the Vizios, but I have no personal experience with that, only hearsay. These televisions use different technologies. Plasma is great if you are watching in a room with no light opposite the screen. The Plasma screen has a glass surface that is highly reflective, so if you have a window in back of you, it will reflect off the glass. However, if you plan to watch in a room that does not have light opposite the television, you cannot beat the Plasma. My brother has a Vizio, which he loves. I love my Panasonic. I also have an LED, a Samsung, which is quite good as well. I have read about some customer service issues with the Vizios, but I have no personal... » Read More These televisions use different technologies. Plasma is great if you are watching in a room with no light opposite the screen. The Plasma screen has a glass surface that is highly reflective, so if you have a window in back of you, it will reflect off the glass. However, if you plan to watch in a room that does not have light opposite the television, you cannot beat the Plasma. My brother has a Vizio, which he loves. I love my Panasonic. I also have an LED, a Samsung, which is quite good as well. I have read about some customer service issues with the Vizios, but I have no personal experience with that, only hearsay. « Show Less
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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 personally like the 50" Panasonic plasm. I have mostly looked at the 50PZ700u. I person I work with, who is a stickler for this kind of stuff, bought this TV and really has enjoyed it. According to him you really cant beat it without going up in price by a few thousand dollars. Just as a side note, best I can tell these couple of models use the same panel and just have a few minor differences.50PZ700U - My preferred right now50PZ750U - Same with some more plugs and color settings. Costs more as well.50PZ77U - Not totally sure what the difference is, but it seems very similar. I personally like the 50" Panasonic plasm. I have mostly looked at the 50PZ700u. I person I work with, who is a stickler for this kind of stuff, bought this TV and really has enjoyed it. According to him you really cant beat it without going up in price by a few thousand dollars. Just as a side note, best I can tell these couple of models use the same panel and just have a few minor differences.50PZ700U - My preferred right now50PZ750U - Same with some more plugs and color settings. Costs more as well.50PZ77U - Not totally sure what the difference... » Read More I personally like the 50" Panasonic plasm. I have mostly looked at the 50PZ700u. I person I work with, who is a stickler for this kind of stuff, bought this TV and really has enjoyed it. According to him you really cant beat it without going up in price by a few thousand dollars. Just as a side note, best I can tell these couple of models use the same panel and just have a few minor differences.50PZ700U - My preferred right now50PZ750U - Same with some more plugs and color settings. Costs more as well.50PZ77U - Not totally sure what the difference is, but it seems very similar. « Show Less
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I believe the screen of the ST50 is as reflective as the VT50, which I own. If so, it's as reflective as the VIZIO. In overall brightness, Vizio wins, in picture quality and depth of definition in blacks and grays, the ST50 will win. That's no to say the Vizio's PQ isn't stellar. My VT50 is in a fairly bright room with no window opposite it to reflect back at the viewer. They are well off to either side. I think the brightness of my set is more than adequate in this situation.
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Richard, yes I considered the Samsung F8500 plasma, but the Panasonic ZT60 is 10 times better. The Samsung does not have the excellent black levels the give you the depth and eye popping color and great shadow detail. The brightness is great with the Panasonic even in bright rooms plus it has a filter to minimize reflections as I have no issue with the ZT at all. I am just amazed each time I sit down and watch it how great it really is. The ZT is definitely a studio panel. There is no question, it beats the Samsung hands down. Hope this helps. Gary A
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It's not the Panasonic, it's the Samsung. Many people go out and buy these LCD's with 120 refresh rates only to find themselves with the same thing you are talking abouta nearly "too clear" or "soap opera" looking picture. Go out and read the reviews for the 120 refresh sets. Many people find themselves preferring a little extra judder from the 60 refresh than the picture being almost too realistic as you stated; others say it's worth the trade off, it all personal perference. I know for sure the Samsung LCD 600 series are 120 refresh for sure. Being you feed it such a nice clean 1080P signal with the panny and you get the result. Bottom line is that effect is not from your DVD player. It's not the Panasonic, it's the Samsung. Many people go out and buy these LCD's with 120 refresh rates only to find themselves with the same thing you are talking abouta nearly "too clear" or "soap opera" looking picture. Go out and read the reviews for the 120 refresh sets. Many people find themselves preferring a little extra judder from the 60 refresh than the picture being almost too realistic as you stated; others say it's worth the trade off, it all personal perference. I know for sure the Samsung LCD 600 series are 120 refresh for sure. Being you feed it... » Read More It's not the Panasonic, it's the Samsung. Many people go out and buy these LCD's with 120 refresh rates only to find themselves with the same thing you are talking abouta nearly "too clear" or "soap opera" looking picture. Go out and read the reviews for the 120 refresh sets. Many people find themselves preferring a little extra judder from the 60 refresh than the picture being almost too realistic as you stated; others say it's worth the trade off, it all personal perference. I know for sure the Samsung LCD 600 series are 120 refresh for sure. Being you feed it such a nice clean 1080P signal with the panny and you get the result. Bottom line is that effect is not from your DVD player. « Show Less
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Do the st50 series seem brighter than the st30? That has been my main complaint so far of the st30 at the stores. I know the lighting will not allow a plasma to shine in a store atmosphere, but a little more brightness would be nice.
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Hi all,A quick update. I am an engineer and I pay attention to Specs but when it comes to the SR100 vs SR300, I hands down tried both. The quality of the SR100 is far far much better. Yes it is that much diffrent. The colors are more vivid, smooth I dont see any boxyness. Also it is grainy. The only advantage is the still pictures are better then the SR100 but as far as video, there is no comparision. The SR100 is much better in low light...I dont see grains but the SR300 is obvious. I dont belive the specs about the SR300. If Sony does not come with a replacement, I may just sell this on ebay and buy a SR100 for video and use my digital camera for stills. Frank KalkattawiParis, France(Moved) Hi all,A quick update. I am an engineer and I pay attention to Specs but when it comes to the SR100 vs SR300, I hands down tried both. The quality of the SR100 is far far much better. Yes it is that much diffrent. The colors are more vivid, smooth I dont see any boxyness. Also it is grainy. The only advantage is the still pictures are better then the SR100 but as far as video, there is no comparision. The SR100 is much better in low light...I dont see grains but the SR300 is obvious. I dont belive the specs about the SR300. If Sony does not come with a replacement, I may just sell... » Read More Hi all,A quick update. I am an engineer and I pay attention to Specs but when it comes to the SR100 vs SR300, I hands down tried both. The quality of the SR100 is far far much better. Yes it is that much diffrent. The colors are more vivid, smooth I dont see any boxyness. Also it is grainy. The only advantage is the still pictures are better then the SR100 but as far as video, there is no comparision. The SR100 is much better in low light...I dont see grains but the SR300 is obvious. I dont belive the specs about the SR300. If Sony does not come with a replacement, I may just sell this on ebay and buy a SR100 for video and use my digital camera for stills. Frank KalkattawiParis, France(Moved) « Show Less