Panasonic TH-103PF9 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: If you've ever wondered what Michael Ballack might buy with one third of his weekly wage, wonder no more.

Verdict: The 103PF9 is a truly grandstanding showcase for Panasonic's plasma and technological prowess, and proves that you really can push back screen size boundaries without picture quality having to suffer. So dip into your Swiss bank account, do whatever ...

Pros: Excellent black-level performance ; accurate color decoding ; independent memory per input ; versatile PIP function ; extensive picture adjustments ; customizable inputs

Cons: Expensive ; inaccurate primary color of green ; does not include a stand, a tuner, or speakers ; limited to a total of only four inputs and doesn't include an HDMI input out of the box ; lacks composite- and S-Video connectivity ; cannot change aspect ...

Verdict: The "professional" Panasonic TH-50PF9UK delivers excellent picture quality, but the price premium afforded by 1080p won't be worth it for most buyers.

Review summary: The second 50-inch plasma available with 1080p resolution, the Panasonic TH-50PF9UK has a bit of catching up to do. The first was Pioneer's Pro-FHD1, which earned the highest picture-quality marks we've given out in a long time. The Panasonic also ...