Which Plasma Is Best

thegoth

Hi,

I want to but a 42" plasma TV. I am considering the following three. I was just wondering which of these is A) The best, and The best value for money.

Here are the details of the T.V's

Philips 42" PLASMA 42PF5331/10 1024 x 1080i, 3000:1, HD-Ready

http://www.komplett.ie/k/ki.asp?sku=320028
Product Description Philips 42PF5331 - plasma panel with TV tuner - 42"
Product Type Plasma panel with TV tuner
Diagonal Size 42" - widescreen
Dimensions (WxDxH) 124 cm x 28 cm x 72 cm - with stand
TV Type HD ready
Resolution 1024 x 768
PC Interface HDMI
HDCP Compatible Yes
Technology Plasma (PDP)
Progressive Scan Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Tuner Qty 1
Multi-channel Preview Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Features Clock, video noise reduction, on-screen menu, colour temperature adjustment, Active control, Dynamic Contrast, Crystal Clear, 3:2 pulldown compensation, 2:2 pulldown compensation, sleep timer, Contrast Plus, Smart Picture Control, Smart Sound Control, Digital Crystal Clear, channel labeling
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Speaker System 2 speakers
Sound Effects Virtual Dolby Surround
Stereo Reception System NICAM
Remote Control Universal remote control - infrared
Power AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )

Hitachi 42" PLASMA 42PD6600, 1024x1024, HDMI, 1200cd/m2, 1000:1, HD-Ready

http://www.komplett.ie/k/ki.asp?sku=320258
Manufacturer Sku: 42PD6600
Brand: Hitachi
Model: 42PD6600
Screen Size: (what's this?) 42 in
Technology Type: Plasma
TV Style: Flat Screen, Flat Panel
Aspect Ratio: (what's this?) Widescreen (16:9)
Performance Features
Resolution: (what's this?) 1024 X 1024 Pixels
Contrast Ratio: (what's this?) 1000:1
High Definition Features
High Definition Capability: HD Ready
Supported HD Broadcast Formats: 480 P, 720 P, 480 i
Tuner: (what's this?) NTSC
Acoustic Features
Speaker Type: Built-in
Number of Speakers: 2 (Stereo)
Built-in Audio Decoders: (what's this?) MTS Stereo With SAP
Additional Features
Remote Control: (what's this?) Standard
Picture-in-picture (PIP): (what's this?) With Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Color: Black
Connectivity
Rear Audio/Video Inputs: Component: 1, Composite: 1, HDMI: 1, Stereo Audio (RCA): 2, S-Video: 1
Rear Audio/Video Outputs: Headphone Jack: 1, Stereo Audio (RCA): 1, Subwoofer: 1


Philips 42" PLASMA 42PF5521D 1366x768, 10.000:1, 3ms, HD-Ready

http://www.komplett.ie/k/ki.asp?sku=320983
High definition LCD WXGA display, resolution 1366 x 768p;
Integrated Digital Tuner for DVB-T reception;
HD ready for the highest quality display of HDTV signals;
Digital Crystal Clear provides vivid cinema-like images;
Dynamic contrast enhancer delivering rich black details;
Virtual Dolby Surround for a cinema-like audio experience;
Compact and slim design that fits in every room.


Product Description Philips 42PF5521D - LCD TV - 42"
Product Type LCD TV
Diagonal Size 42" - widescreen
Weight 39.2 kg
Colour High-gloss black, silver frost
TV Type HD ready
PC Interface HDMI
Technology TFT active matrix
Progressive Scan Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 15:9
Digital TV Tuner DVB-T
Features 3:2 pulldown compensation, 2:2 pulldown compensation, Digital Crystal Clear, channel labeling
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Speaker System 2 speakers
Sound Effects Virtual Dolby Surround
Stereo Reception System NICAM
Remote Control Remote control - infrared

Any commennts most appreciated.

YoYOPowder

Hhmm think I'd go for the Panny PV60 before any of these. Try Katronics.de, they will sell the panel for €1747 and shipping is €90. Im not saying any you mentioned are not good, but it is said by all Plasma lovers that Panny is the way to go!!

xanthor

Since i didn't see HDMI beside the Hitatchi,. I'd suggest you skip that one anyway.

For future proofing, i'd stongly suggest you make sure to buy a TV with HDMI

thegoth

Hi,

It does have HDMI. It is listed as a feature if you look carefully. With this in mind, which one would you recommend ?

Ice_Box

Review of Hitachi 6600 here.

http://www.homecinemachoice.com/cgi-bin/displayreview.php?reviewid=6695