Panasonic - VIERA - 55" Class (55-1/8" Diag.) - Plasma - 1080p - 600Hz - Smart - 3D - HDTV
Model: TC-P55VT50
SKU: 5025076
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This TV right out of the box was very awesome! Working at Best Buy allows you to see the quality of a lot of TVs out there and I did a lot of research online about the best TVs on the market before I made this purchase. The picture quality on this TV is unbelievable. I feel like I am actually there; it is so amazing! The colors are sharp and true. (Soon I will be getting the TV calibrated so the colors will be even better) Blurays in 3D are stunning. Connecting to the internet (using Netflix, Hulu+, Pandora, and CinemaNow) was super easy, the TV didn't lag with the connection at all, and the interface on all apps is very easy to use. Also, this TV has plenty of inputs to connect all your devices so you don't necessarily need a receiver for your home theater set-up. The only two things that aren't 100% perfect are that the TV doesn't come with any glasses included, so that is an extra cost; and if you watch TV shows/movies with a lot of light (natural or electrical) there is a slight reflection. The glare isn't terrible, but it is there. This isn't a problem for me because I watch the TV in the dark anyways. The one aspect I can't truly comment on (and why I didn't rate it with any stars) is the audio quality of the TV. Being an audiophile, when I purchased this TV, I also bought a MartinLogan sound system so I haven't used the TV speakers at all. However I did return this TV back to Best Buy. Not for any negative reasons, but I decided I loved this TV model so much, instead of just having 55" of amazing-ness, I upgraded to the 65" version of this same TV!
Posted by SomeGuy27
I was not really in the market for a new TV, but wanted to treat myself to a current model with todays technology. I am replacing a Sony 36" XBR CRT that has been working flawlessly, so the picture quality of the new TV would need to be superb! After viewing numerous TV's, I was on the fence deciding between the 55" 8000 Series Samsung LED or the Panasonic VT series Plasma. I know comparing these 2 models was like comparing 2 completely different animals, but they were the 2 I liked with the best picture quality anytime I looked at any stores display (excluding the newer pricey 4K TV's). I ended up deciding on the Panasonic, ONLY because of the refresh rate (Hockey games needed to be clear) and after friends suggestion of Plasmas generally having more true color levels. I really liked the brightness of the Samsung and was worried of how dark the picture on the Panasonic would be when in my home. This was truly my only major concern with the Panasonic. I did end up getting a great deal, with the store matching a web price of $1400!! They also said if I were to be unhappy with the picture, they would exchange with the Samsung at no charge within the first 15 days. Once delivered, I was like a kid with a new toy! General set-up was a piece of cake, but getting the colors similar to the old CRT took quite some time. The Smart features are lack luster compared to the Samsung or a PC, and the web browser is lame, but that is not why I bought the TV anyway. I would say a QWERTY keyboard on a remote would be helpful. I also wish a couple 3D glasses were included as with the Samsung. After 2 weeks of having the TV, I am very happy with the picture, and it will only be better after a calibration is complete. I was really impressed with the sound for a thin TV!! I wish I could get rid of the little advertisements when the TV powers up and during volume adjustments. Kinda lame if you ask me! Hockey games look awesome and blue-ray is phenomenal!! If you can still get a great deal on this TV, don't look back!!
Posted by Shlim1
After about three months of research and numerous trips to Best Buy, I finally decided on the VT50. I was a little cautious about getting a plasma because I have two windows, and a large sliding glass door in my living room. I am happy to tell you that the glare issue is almost non existant! This pannel does a great job of defusing natural light. I wish I could give a n/a for sound bc I am not relying on the sound of the TV as I am using a home theather setup. FYI I also bought a rocketfish tilting wallmount and within 2.5 hours I had the wires run through the wall, and the TV mounted. The Rocketfish mount is a perfect match! If you're looking for the best overall plasma pannel without spending a fortune I wound encourage you to look no further.
Posted by plink314
Customers are impressed with the picture quality, saying they love it. They also appreciate the easy setup process and feel that the price is unbeatable for the quality they get. The 3D feature is also highly praised, with customers calling it amazing and unbeatable.