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Panasonic TH-42PZ80

First seen: 10 february 2008

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  • User Score (166)
    9.1 9.1 from 166 reviewers
  • Expert Score (4)
    9.1 9.1 from 4 reviewers
  • Design (3)
    7.1 7.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Value for money (5)
    8.2 8.2 from 5 reviewers
  • Features (4)
    7.4 7.4 from 4 reviewers
  • Ease of use (8)
    7.4 7.4 from 8 reviewers
  • Sound quality (11)
    6.9 6.9 from 11 reviewers
  • Picture quality (6)
    7.8 7.8 from 6 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • it s a panasonic, 1080p capability, negligible digital artifacts, good deep blacks, as i use sky
  • glare and more glare, design is very basic, shiny frame distracting, no wireless headphones, panasonic home theatre system

Tru2way is a new technology being introduced by major cable service operators. This same technology is built-in to the VIERA PZ80Q Series of HDTVs — allowing you to receive full interactive programming from your tru2way-enabled local cable company without having to rent a traditional cable receiver box. This means no more monthly box rental fees, no need for two separate remote controls, and less extra equipment to clutter your home theater setup. Also, if you move t…

Specifications

  • Model Type
    Plasma
  • Screen Size
    42" Class (41.6" diagonal)
  • Display Resolution
    1080p
  • Contrast Ratio
    Native: 20,000:1 Dynamic: 1,000,000:1
  • Display Capability
    1080p/1080i/720p/480p
  • Aspect Ratio
    16:9
  • Native Resolution (Number of Pixels)
    2,073,600 (1,920 x 1,080)
  • Pixel Pitch (H x V)
    0.480 x 0.480 mm
  • Moving Picture Resolution
    900 lines or more
  • Shades of Gradation
    4,096 equivalent

Release Date

  • First seen
    10 February 2008

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80U-Plasma TV

The Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80U is a 42 inch plasma TV. It is manufactured by Panasonic.Other than that it is also a version or a serious of the Panasonic VIERA.Its a plasma HDTV.It includes five total series each with multiple screen sizes but identical features within the series itself.

Features

The Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80U is a 42 inch plasma tv type product .The digital television certification is HDTV.The tv tuner of this product is 1xanalog/digital comb…

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Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80U-Plasma TV

The Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80U is a 42 inch plasma TV. It is manufactured by Panasonic.Other than that it is also a version or a serious of the Panasonic VIERA.Its a plasma HDTV.It includes five total series each with multiple screen sizes but identical features within the series itself.

Features

The Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80U is a 42 inch plasma tv type product .The digital television certification is HDTV.The tv tuner of this product is 1xanalog/digital combo.The video interface of the product is HDMI.It also consist of S-video, component and composite. The dimensions of the product are such that the width is 41.3 inches,depth of 12.9 inches,height of 28.6 inches and weight of 70.5 pounds.The display features of the product is such that it uses a Plasma(PDP) type technology to function.It has a resolution of 1920x1080.It has a display format of 1080p(FULLHD).Also,it has an image ratio of 16.9,an image aspect ration of 20000:1 and a dynamic contrast ration of 1000000:1.It also has a progressive scanning. Not only that, it also features a few widescreen modes such as full mode,just mode, zoom mode and a conventional 4:3 mode.The display menus feature in a couple of languages such as English,French and Spanish.The plasma TV has color temperature control.Its additional features are game mode,X.v color,deep color,channel labeling,3D color management,Video noise reduction and a anti-reflective filter.The tuner of this tv comes in analog and digital.The product also has a memory card reader.The remote control of this product works via infrared.Moreover,the sound output mode is stereo and the product has two speakers.The video system has features of its own such as HDTV ready,analog video input signals,input video formats and close caption capabilities.

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  • Reviews of Panasonic TH-42PZ80

  1. TH-42PZ80

    Reviewer: Stuff.tv
    13 October 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Astounding value for money and a no-brainer if you’re after a 42in set at a decent price Read more

  2. Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80 42in Plasma TV

    Reviewer: TrustedReviews
    28 July 2008
    Overall 9
    9.0
    Design 8
    8.0
    Value for money 10
    10
    Features 9
    9.0
    Sound quality 8
    8.0
    Picture quality 9
    9.0
     

    Panasonic is probably as surprised as we are that it is still the only manufacturer selling 42in plasma TVs with Full HD resolutions. But then it is, after all, apparently hugely difficult to make stable plasma cells (or pixels) small enough to fit 1,920 x 1,080 of them into the screen acreage afforded by a 42in TV. So we guess other brands either just haven't cracked the miniaturisation problems yet, or else they've decided it's easier to stick with LCD technology for... Read more

  3. Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ80B

    Reviewer: PriceRunner
    29 October 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Getting the complete plasma Read more

  4. Panasonic TH-42PZ80U Plasma HDTV

    Reviewer: Audio Video Revolution
    26 August 2008

    With the rapidly depleting prices of flat-panel televisions in the current climate, 1080p is quickly becoming both a buzz phrase and a necessary technology to common consumers instead of a strictly enthusiast’s tool.   The fact that a rash of 32” 1080p sets has hit the market is clear indication of that fact.  But the mainstream integration of this new resolution has created a stirring new trend in the panel market, aside with changing economic conditions: the... Read more

  5. Panasonic TH-42PZ80U Review

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    10 June 2008

    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 native contrast ratio of 20,000:1 for crisp, detailed imagery. With its 3 HDMI ports, this plasma screen is ready for all your HD gear with one-cable pure digital connections. The SD slot will allow for instant slideshows in widescreen of your favorite JPEGs. The TH-42PZ80U also features VIERA link... Read more

  1. Great quality at a really good price!

    Reviewer: OneCall
    1 October 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    Glad I bought it. It's really great for watching DVDs picure is razor sharp, without the blotchyness in the shadows like I had with my Sony Bravia LCD TV. Buy it you'll love it too! Cons; It's an energy hog, 573 watts, after an hour you can feel the heat coming of the screen. The shiney frame produces distracting reflections. Read more

  2. So Real its better than real life

    Reviewer: 2Real, J&R
    19 June 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    The picture quality on this TV is so good that it makes real life look fuzzy. I hooked this up to my PS3 running 1080p and when I first played Call of Duty 4 on it, I felt like I should have been debriefed because it looked so real. I have only 3 gripes about it, first is that the design is so basic its boring. Then again, a comparable Bang and Olufsen system would have been 10 times as much. The second gripe is that there is no VGA port. This I thought should be really... Read more

  3. Love picture and sound quality on this 42" 1080P Panasonic Plasma T.V.

    Reviewer: PriceGrabber
    24 August 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

    We are very satisfied with the picture and sound quality of this flat screen TV. I am less satisfied with some of the broadcaster's version of HD. The broadcaster HD signal quality varies widely. The picture quality on Blue Ray disks also vary, that was very disappointing to me. I am not a fan of the digitization of the video signal, I see artifacts all the time which bother me. I prefer using the analog input cables for best picture, unfortunately the analog inputs are... Read more

  4. Great Buy

    Reviewer: Phillip M. Renfro, Amazon
    29 March 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Bought my third Panasonic plasma for friends. I am now their best friend. They love it. You can't go wrong with the pictuure quality and the service of Panasonic. First class. Read more

  5. "Worth considering."

    Reviewer: CNET
    30 June 2009
    Overall 10
    10
     

    If you are new to HD TVs, this is a great and affordable option. Often, when I see the word "affordable" in a review, it makes me think lower quality. Not the case here. Read more

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