Typical price: £1,340
What is it: 50-inch high-definition plasma TV with digital tuner
What we think: Great build quality and a gorgeous picture make this one of the best affordable plasmas around
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 20 April 2007
Tags: Panasonic, Panasonic Viera TH-50PX70, inputs, HD, connections
We like:
Colour reproduction and strong black levels; smooth motion; classy build quality
We don't like:
Not a 'Full HD' panel; no side inputs; reflective screen surface
You might also need:
HD video source such as Sky HD, PS3 or HD DVD player
CNET UK judgement:
The lack of a 'Full HD' resolution is slightly disappointing, but everything else about the Panasonic Viera TH-50PX70 is highly impressive: the picture quality is superb, and build quality and design are top class. Finding a better flat-screen TV for the price is going to be difficult
Full review:
One of the first available models in Panasonic's 2007 Viera TV range, this 50-inch plasma screen comes in just below the flagship TH-50PZ700 model and can be found online for under £1,400. Continue Reading...
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