Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HD television is the latest plasma high definition television in the market which has a screen size of 65 and is available for a price of $2600 (at the time of writing, and should be going down in future).

A note on the size of TV and viewing distance

The 65 inch diagonal size translate to 56.6 inch width at an aspect ratio of 16:9. We recommend that you sit at a distance at least twice the width of the TV, which in this case translate to 113.2 inches or roughly 9 and a half feets. For a more comfortable and less eye straining we recommend a distance thrice the width or about 14 feet. Note between 9 and a half feet to 14 feet you will find a ball park number which will find a pleasing viewing distance. If your space does not allow get a smaller TV. If you have already purchased the TV make sure that you position it such that there is a distance of at least nine and a half feet between the TV and the viewer.

Bigger TVs are generally Plasma TVs, however, in recent times LCD based TVs are catching up fast in bigger sizes. The plasma TVs provide some inherent advantage over the LCD based HDTV, including higher contrast ratio, better refresh rate.

Panasonic TC-P65S2 has stunning black level giving good contrast. Great for watching sports. It however has mediocre plastic finish. Picture courtsey Panasonic.

The Panasonic TC-P65S2 from the plasma line of Japanese manufacturer has been rated highly by consumers as well as connoisseurs. This television has a mind blowing refreshing rate of 600 hertz, this is provided by Sub field drive technology which provides smooth full High definition motion videos. This television has full high definition capabilities so displaying 1080 pixels video is not a big thing for this television, the maximum video resolution that is supported by this television is 1920 X 1080 pixels. This television also has the viera Image viewer using which the user can browse through JPEG images which are present in the USB drive or the digital camera connected to the television via the USB cable. There are three HDMI cable input ports, 2 composite video input ports, 2 component video input ports and 1 digital audio output port. This television has inbuilt digital and analog tuners which can receive QAM or ATSC modulated digital signals on the television or NTSC analog modulated signals on the television without the help of a settop box. There are two integrated speakers in this television which can deliver an audio output power of 20 watts totally. This television also has surround audio delivering capabilities.

Panasonic TC-P65S2 65-Inch 1080p Plasma HD television has different aspect control modes such as normal, Zoom, full, Just and H fill. The maximum video resolution that can be offered via this television is 1920 X 1080 pixels. There are multiple menu languages that are supported by this television, the user can select one of the available menu languages as their preferred menu language. The available menu languages are English / Spanish / French. This television is energy star certified so there is no pollution or global warming worries that is introduced by this television. The screen type of this television is built using the plasma television display technology.

The contrast ratio of this television maximum dynamic contrast ratio of 2, 000, 000 : 1. The high contrast ratio translates into a good and detailed black level. The black is actually black and unlike a grey looking black is some other TVs, especially the LCD based TVs.

This television lacks wireless connectivity features and also this television does not have any DLNA compliance. Thus this can never be made a part of a small wireless network which the user can possibly set up in their home. But the displaying capabilities and audio delivering capabilities of this television remains unmatched. The screen size which is 65 inches provides the theater experience to the user and thus this makes a perfect television to be placed in anyone’s living room.

Panasonic TC-P65S2 Pros
- Big size, great for theater quality viewing experience
- 600 Hz refresh rate, great if you wish to view fast moving games or racing
- Incredibly great black level, good contrast ratio.

Panasonic TC-P65S2 Cons
- Slightly expensive ( at least at the time of writing)
- Heavy at 103 lb ( Though not necessarily a cons) – you need more hands to install it.
- Sound quality not at its best, invest in Home theater and/or sound bars.

Panasonic TC-P65S2 Ratings

As part of the review, we bring out how this TV has been rated by other reviewers and users. We collect a lot of data, combine it and give out to you the combined rating.

Amazon has a 21 5-star, 1 3-star, 1 2-star and 2 1-star ratings giving it an average of 4.48 out of 5 or 8.96 out of 10 rating

Test Freaks gives it 9.2 out of 10 rating

At Cnet we have only one rating for this product 4 star rating or 9.2 out of 10 rating.

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Customers have a moderate level of faith in  Panasonic TC-P65S2. However, we recommend that you research other plasma TVs as well for cost advantage or wait for the price of  Panasonic TC-P65S2 to drop.

Over the years remarkable developments have been taking place in Television technology like LCD, HDTV etc. Similar trend has been following in case of recording media also from tape to Blu Ray disc. Panasonic also following the same trend and integrate their product with contemporary technologies. One of such example is Panasonic TX-P50VT20 3D plasma TV. It is Panasonic first TV with 3D technology. It comes with price tag of £2,070.00 in UK

Let us discuss about its specification-

Panasonic TX-P50VT20 comes with 50” full HD screen with 1920 x 1080p resolution; it equipped both Freeview HD and Freesat HD Tuner. Another unique feature it comprises is 600Hz Sub-field Drive Intelligent Frame Creation Pro.

Connectivity features include two Scart inputs, a set of component jacks which bundled with matching phono audio output. All this features are integrated at the backside of the device along with three v1.4 HDMIs and Ethernet port.

There are extra connectivity features which are present on the side of the Panasonic TX-P50VT20 3D plasma TV. These include 2 USB ports, one extra HDMI, SD card slot and one CI card bay.

The device was awarded with THX certification.

Significant features of Panasonic TX-P50VT20

Panasonic TX-P50VT20 is supported by DLNA which means it can fetch and play files from other network using Ethernet connectivity or elective wireless dongle.

It allow user to record basic program to the attached USB hard drive.

When comes to picture processing it has plenty of modes which allow user to adjust picture content. C.A.T.S is one such feature which process pictures depending on ambient light with the help of its automatic contrast tracking technology.

It comes with the alternate-frame sequence function in which distinct full High definition images (1920 x 1080 pixels) are exhibited alternately for the left and right eyes. Using 3 D active shutter glasses you can experience the 3D pictures. The shutter glasses are synchronized with the image delivered by TV. However, these glasses are told not very comfortable to use and color balance is not very striking.

Panasonic TX-P50VT20 3D HD TV comes with NeoPDP plasma technology. Manufacturer Panasonic claimed that it delivers clear and sharp images as NeoPDP technology features quick response time and quicker light emitting process, evolving from latest technological innovation of phosphor composition and light-emitting process.

In general, you can say The Panasonic TX-P50VT20 3D plasma TV is a remarkable device that will surely thrill enthusiast of plasma technology. Even the non-3D HD pictures it projects are of great quality. In short when comes to choosing a Television with 3D technology, the device claims to be promising one.

About Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 is the newest addition into the line of micro four thirds family, which has produced compact SLRs in the past that reigned supreme during the 1970s. But there is a host of new features available here that will set the standard for the new-generation digital cameras in the market.

First off, the body and build of the DMC-GF1 measures at 2.8 x 4.69 x 1.43 inches in dimension, which is really no bigger than a deck of cards to ensure optimum portability and a compact design. The body itself is made of metal with a matte black paint finish for a luxurious design. The rectangular shape is equipped with rounded edges to make it easier to grip onto, while the button controls are strategically designated to make performing basic functions a breeze.

This is a unique compact camera as it comes with interchangeable lens capacity, enabling it to adjust according to the variant shooting conditions. There are also several shooting modes available to choose from to produce the best quality images you could ever produce with this camera.

Once you are through taking pictures, you can easily access the 3.0-inch LCD display monitor to view your pictures in real-time, or delete any photos to free up some space on your memory card. One downside to the LCD monitor though is that it can be painful on the eyes to look at, especially when viewing it on a bright outdoor light.

Pro’s of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1

*It comes with a compact and lightweight design, which makes it easy to carry around on various shooting conditions with relative ease.

*It produces professional-quality image and video captures.

*It offers efficient shutter and AF response to avoid overexposure on your images and deliver vivid colors.

*Most of the commands and output on this camera can be executed with a single button to eliminate complications and make operation user-friendly.

Con’s of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1

*It is a rather expensive digital camera, in comparison to its closest competitors in the market.

*The display screen is pretty standard and viewfinder is only an optional feature.

The Bottom Line

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 is a potentially competitive digital camera that would appeal to a wide cross-section of buyers, ranging in age and gender. To be specific, novice shooters will be pleased with the maximum of assistance provided here, while allowing enough features for them to experiment and work on their photographic skills. Meanwhile, experienced hands will be right at home with the range of customizations that enable them to adjust each setting and shooting modes according to preference. It almost feels like a hybrid between compact and DSLR cameras.