TV help

VolfanMike · 07-16-2008, 01:59 PM

Alright, my daughter broke my 36in Sony Wega Trinitron that i loved so dearly. So, my wife and I are in the market for a new tube. We are looking at a 50" Pioneer Elite HD PureVision Plasma TV (Pioneer PRO1140 and a Panasonic 50" High Definition 1080P Plasma Television (Panasonic TH50PZ77) does anyone on here know enough about these two tv's to make a good recommendation? They are around the same price, probably going to pick one up friday. Please advise.

Thanks,
Mike

**hohenfelsvol** · 07-16-2008, 02:01 PM

Both are great. I would lean towards the Pioneer though. I have a two year old Panasonic. Read up on the contrast and other specs and compare the two. You are definitely heading in the right direction.

VolfanMike · 07-16-2008, 02:04 PM

What scares me the most about the Pioneer is the fact that it is a floor model. The tube looks great, no scratches anywhere but I worry about how long it has been left on. Electronic Express is going to give me a full warranty on it though. I am leaning more towards the Elite to. But, the Panasonic is 1080p (whatever that means) we just want a tv to put in the den for sporting events, so i doubt we would ever utilize the 1080p anway.

Does any channels even air on 1080 yet?

droski · 07-16-2008, 02:12 PM

i have the panasonic 780p version (same as yours) and it's a fantastic tv. the anti glare thing works really well.

kev20 · 07-16-2008, 02:18 PM

Can probably find a good deal here.

Samsclub.com Auctions -

VolfanMike · 07-16-2008, 02:22 PM

Awesome link Kev...Thanks man.

kev20 · 07-16-2008, 02:27 PM

sure. didn't see your model, but, you never know. Also, makes you wonder if the shipping costs are in place to offset the deals. Then again, I always heard that shipping Plasmas was a very delicate process.

VolfanMike · 07-16-2008, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by kev20

sure. didn't see your model, but, you never know. Also, makes you wonder if the shipping costs are in place to offset the deals. Then again, I always heard that shipping Plasmas was a very delicate process.

I wonder if these TV's are refurbished or returned? Kinda like to see what I am buying before dropping a grand on the internet. Either way, good link!

kev20 · 07-16-2008, 03:11 PM

I think it is just a surplus.

DrRosenRosen · 07-16-2008, 03:14 PM

Pioneer and Panasonic pretty much are the two best plasma makers today (excluding hard to find and way expensive Fujitsu). Pioneer Kuros are widely considered the best picture available today. They have stopped making these, though, and sold the technology to Panasonic.

Point is, you can't go wrong with either. The only place you can go wrong is buying cables or a wall-mount at the store instead of monoprice.com. Reason being you'll be taking it up the rear with in-store prices.

kev20 · 07-16-2008, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by VolfanMike

I wonder if these TV's are refurbished or returned? Kinda like to see what I am buying before dropping a grand on the internet. Either way, good link!

this from their FAQ:

Are the items on the Auction site new?

Our policy is to sell items that are new and in their original packaging. If it is determined that an item does not meet this standard, we will be happy to provide a return authorization for a full refund. If you believe that an item you've purchased does not meet this standard, we ask that you contact Member Service (888-746-7726) within 30 days of your receipt of the item.

**volinbham** · 07-16-2008, 03:21 PM

I have the Pioneer 5050 HD Plasma - it's about 3 generations old now and still looks fantastic. It's still among the best I've seen in people's homes even compared to some newer generations (mostly LCD).

I also agree that Panasonics are excellent as well. For the ones of my generation (2004 or 2005), the Pioneer had a bit more pop or vividness in the colors than the Panny but both had excellent and realistic pictures.

Personally, I like the plasma picture better than the LCD picture.

**hohenfelsvol** · 07-16-2008, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by volinbham

Personally, I like the plasma picture better than the LCD picture.

I agree 100%

**rwemyss** · 07-16-2008, 03:54 PM

My Samsung LED DLP blows them both away.

Also, to answer the question "Does anyone broadcast in 1080?" The answer is, YES, but it is 1080i. Not 1080p.

**hohenfelsvol** · 07-16-2008, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rwemyss

My Samsung LED DLP blows them both away.

Also, to answer the question "Does anyone broadcast in 1080?" The answer is, YES, but it is 1080i. Not 1080p.

Operative word, "blows"