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Verdict: The Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ8OU is a 46-inch Plasma HDTV that typifies some of the positives and negatives of Plasma technology. Available starting at about $1300, the Viera TH-46PZ8OU is worth considering for those looking for an entry-level Plasma ...

Review summary: The Panasonic TH-46PZ80U is a good example of the pluses and minuses of plasma displays. We were quite impressed by the viewing angle and reproduction of blacks. We were less happy with the poor brightness, and as you turn brightness up you lose color ...

Verdict: The Panasonic TH-46PZ80U offers many of the strengths that we've come to expect from Plasma televisions, including an excellent viewing angle and deep blacks. Colors were a mixed bag, keep the brightness low and you get accurate colors. Turn it up, ...

Award: Recommended!

Review summary: Panasonic is the only manufacturer selling 42in plasma TVs. It's a good job the price is right, then.

Verdict: Although there's a little room for improvement with the 42PZ80's standard definition performance, the TV still represents outstanding value for a Full HD 42in screen - especially as it's such a stunner with HD sources.

Review summary: The TH-42PZ80U VIERA Plasma 42"(41.6" Diagonal) TV from Panasonic can be the cornerstone of your home theater. This stylish screen features at full 1080p resolution with a...

Award: Highly Recommended!

Review summary: Panasonic TH42PZ80 is the third plasma HDTV from the world's largest plasma flat screen manufacturer we've reviewed in as many months. The Panasonic TH42PZ80 offers true high definition 1920 x 1080 screen resolution over the HD-ready PX80 range, but ...

Verdict: Delivering excellent black level, revealing shadow detail, fluid motion, detailed resolution and natural colours, performance-wise the Panasonic TH42PZ80 is fundamentally a PZ85 minus the [Intelligent Frame Creation] technology which–truth be told–we ...