Pioneer PDP-A507HX: 50″ Plasma TV

Pioneer PDP-A507HX
Size: 50″
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Pixel Format: 1365 x 768
Input: HDMI (2), VGA
Dimension:
Dimension: 1224 x 795 x 115mm
Weight: 37.4kg
Power Consumption: 343W, 0.1W (standby)
Price: JPY560,000

Pioneer’s PDP-A507HX 50″ plasma TV incorporates a new surface that reduces glare, which has been a problem for some consumers. In addition, Pioneer’s PURE Black Panel enhances colors, brightness and especially contrast. The [...]

Laser TV

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Vizio VP42HDTV: 42″ HD Plasma TV

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Sony KDE-W50A12U: 50″ Plasma TV

Sony KDE-W50A12U
Size: 50″
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Pixel Format: 1366 x 768
Input: HDMI, Composite, S-Video, SCART (3), Component, S-Video

Sony has a deep relationship with Samsung called S-LCD that manufactures LCD panels. The G7 fabs are (there are two) optimized for manufacturing 40″ (and that’s why you see a lot of Samsung and Sony 40″ LCD TVs). According to [...]