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The editors liked
The huge 1920 x 1080 screen produces fantastic black level response and punchy
Deep contrast. Performance is exceptional in 2D mode
And there’s only a slight hit to picture brightness and contrast when you switch to 3D. In fact
3D pictures are more watchable (if a little less bright) here than on large LCD and LED 3D TVs
Mainly thanks to low levels of crosstalk ghosting – the line-doubling ef
Stable
Spectacular 3D
Punchy
Vibrant 2D pictures
Fine spec
Good motion processing
Deep blacks
Colour
Versatility
Easy 3D playback
Freeview HD
Excellent picture quality
Good with both standard- and high-definition sources
No motion blur or overt 3D crosstalk
Excellent overall picture quality
Bursting with cutting-edge features
Wireless networking made easy
Generally easy to use
Super-smooth
Artifact free 3D
DNLA networking
Conventional 2D performance with both HD and SD
Freeview HD and Freesat tuners
Pluses
Full HD 3D and good quality display
Excellent contrast ratio
Average of 15000
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Crosstalk less visible than on the Samsung UE46C7700
Very wide viewing angles
Good audio quality
The editors didn't like
The sheer size of this telly means that any picture issues are easy to spot
There is slightly more 3D crosstalk than on Panasonic’s 50-inch plasmas
And despite some classy upscaling tech inside standard definition content can lack detail. These are really just symptoms of a large screen though – not really Panasonic’s fault.
Some are crisper
Occasional stutter
3D could be brighter
2D could go deeper
Uncomfortable 3D glasses
No DivX HD
Poor value remote control
Streaming video-file support isn't comprehensive
Ads embedded in the TV guide
3D content looks darker than on other sets
Expensive
Engaging 3D is a faff
Outmoded design
Annoying EPG
IFC side-effects
Awkward 3D eyewear
Inconsistent and unimaginative menus
Ordinary sound
Ads in the TV guide
Minuses
Glossy screen leads to reflections
Glasses can get uncomfortable
No rubber tips
Mediocre remote with no backlighting
Slightly high energy consumtion
302 W
Ambient light detector can't be turned off in THX mode
The TCP54VT25 supports 3D playback. It has an integrated sync transmitter and comes with one pair of 3D glasses, This TV has a 1080p resolution and will accept 24p sources via its HDMI inputs, The TV has plenty of connection options and picture adjustments, The TCP54VT25 will support a wired or (optional) wireless network connection, and it supports the VIERA CAST Web platform, The 24p Dire
Plasma TVs generally aren't as bright as LCDs and therefore aren't the best choice for a really bright room with lots of potential light reflections, This 3D TV does not offer 2Dto3D conversion, and you'll have to pay $150 for each additional pair of 3D glasses, The TCP54VT25 does not have integrated WiFi, and it does not support DLNA media streaming.
The TC-P54VT25's selling price of about $3,000 is slightly higher than that of similarly equipped LCD models from Samsung, LG and Sony. Remember, though, that the package includes one pair of $150 3D glasses, whereas the others do not. The overall cost...
Published: 2010-06-16, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
Superior black-level performance and excellent shadow detail; accurate primary colors in THX mode; great color saturation; effective antireflective screen; reproduces 1080p/24 cadence properly; VieraCast provides access to select Internet services and imp
Relatively expensive, last year's Panasonic plasmas lost black-level performance over relatively short periods of time, non-adjustable grayscale in THX mode, some artifacts in 1080p/24 mode, fewer streaming services and apps than the competition, uses mor
With both 2D and 3D sources, Panasonic's flagship TC-PVT20/25 series plasma TV delivers outstanding overall picture quality.
The Panasonic TCP54VT25 displays incredibly vibrant and realistic 3D and 2D images,
There is no 2D to 3D conversion.
This is an excellent TV with an excellent 3D effect....
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Published: 2010-05-12, Author: Tim , review by: engadget.com
Abstract: We can see a time in the future, the very near future, where reviews of 3D HDTVs will lose their novelty. But, for now, they're still rare enough to warrant some attention, and so let's take a look at TechRadar's take on Panasonic's first 3D entry, the Vi...
Abstract: Video Review: 3D televisions are on their way, and Panasonic may be ahead of the curve with their 3D plasma TV. Kevin Pereira and Olivia Munn take a look its special features like the included LCD shutter glasses, Viera Cast and 600 Hz refresh rate, al...
Picture quality, 3D picture quality, Black and shadow detailing, Phosphor trailing reduced a lot, THX mode and color accuracy
DLNA and Internet not complete, Inputs facing backwards, Energy consumption
VT20/VT25 is the best Panasonic TV ever and indeed a very, very good TV. It has impressive HD picture quality and very good picture characteristics. Black levels are a bit lower than the G20 but it's no new reference in terms of black levels and in a dark...
The Panasonic TC-P50VT20 didn't exactly wow us. It's picture quality was average, its online content was fairly sparse, and it's 3D experience doesn't seem particularly robust. Don't get us wrong: we're grateful you can actually watch 3D on it at lau...
Abstract: March 10, 2010) The 3D era arrives today with the first sales of complete systems that include a 3D display, a 3D disc player and 3D viewing glasses. Best Buy’s Magnolia stores offer an exclusive featuring the TC-P50VT20 and Panasonic’s DMP-BDT300 3...
Abstract: Panasonic's TX-P42VT20 is by no means the slimmest or most stylish TV on the market, but it makes up for that in the features department. Dual Freeview HD and Freesat HD tuners; 3D compatibility; internet video services; USB video recording; wireless n...
Abstract: The hype has been building up for a while now and the future of television has finally arrived. By the time you read this, the first 3D TVs from Panasonic, Samsung and Sony will be on demonstration in stores across Canada. Thanks to Panasonic's exc...
