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Review summary: Although CNET did not review the 50-inch Panasonic TH-50PX80U, we did review the 42-inch Panasonic TH-42PX80U. Judging from their specification sheets, the two Panasonic plasma HDTVs are essentially identical but for screen size and native resolution; ...

Review summary: As high-definition TVs continue to evolve with evermore-enticing technologies and doodads, the majority of buyers are still looking for the best bang for the buck. Panasonic's plasmas are usually at or near the top of the heap in that category, and ...

Review summary: CNET did not review the Panasonic TH-50PX80U, but we did review the smaller model in the series.

Review summary: The 37PX80 also lags behind some of its LCD rivals by not making any of its three HDMIs v1.3 compatible. However, it does score one major on-paper success with its claimed contrast ratio of 15000:1 - especially since this is achieved with none of the ...

Pros: Stunning pictures, good connections, easy to use

Cons: Some reds turn a touch orange, and it's more expensive than its rivals today

Review summary: The Viera TH-42PX80 is one of Panasonic's new range of entry-level plasma TVs. But the term entry-level is slightly misleading, because this TV has everything you could ever want, especially when it comes to picture quality and ease of use.

Pros: Picture quality ; sound quality ; menus ; setup ; price ; black levels

Cons: It's a little chunky to look at

Verdict: This isn't the most stylish TV and it isn't crammed with state-of-the-art features, but it is a solid, high-quality plasma TV that we wouldn't hesitate to spend our own money on