Panasonic TX26LMD70 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Can Panasonic's entry-level 26in TV live up to the standard set by its bigger brothers?

Verdict: As the most affordable 26in LCD TV in Panasonic's current range, it's hardly surprising the 26LMD70 doesn't quite hit the same performance highs as other better-specified Panasonic models. But we have to say that we're also not particularly convinced ...

Review summary: Having been highly impressed by its TX-32LXD70, we've high hopes indeed for Panasonic's new 26in model, the TX-26LMD70. But, how many corners has Panasonic cut to hit the appealing £660 price?

Pros: Strong connections for the price, Impressive pictures

Cons: No 100Hz Motion Picture Pro

Verdict: The price astounds, and this entry-level LCD has a surprising amount packed into its slender frame too

Review summary: The Panasonic Viera TX-32LMD70 is a sturdy-looking, simple to set up LCD television with a classy matte-black design, two HDMI inputs for your hi-def needs and very watchable standard-definition image quality from the built-in Freeview receiver

Pros: Ease of use ; fast set-up routine ; picture quality ; sound quality

Cons: Dull styling

Verdict: This simple television offers great performance with simple set-up and a decent picture from pretty much everything you can throw at it. You won't find any high-tech extras on this screen, but it does what it says on the tin