Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV

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  • B&H # PATCP50S1
  • Mfr# TC-P50S1

Product Highlights

  • Full HD 1080p
  • Crisp Images Even in Fast Moving Scenes
  • SD Slot for Photo Viewing
  • Very High Contrast
  • Anti-Reflective Filter

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Plasma is the display technology of choice among home video equipment reviewers. Panasonic has refined this flat-panel technology further with its Neo PDP (plasma display panel) technology combining full-time 1080 TV lines of moving picture resolution; a native 40,000:1 contrast ratio; an Infinite Black Panel; and an anti-reflective filter. Add to that a 600Hz sub-field drive for reproducing the fastest action that broadcasters can throw at it, and the TC-P50S1 is the TV to beat.

1080p Full-HD Resolution
High Definition at its best. Subtle images are produced in detail. A great match for a Blu-ray Disc player.
Neo PDP
With a native contrast ratio of 40,000:1, this plasma display panel paints appropriate portions of the picture black -- not a murky gray.
Keeps Up With All the Action
Featuring a 600Hz sub-field drive, the TC-P50S1 reacts in time to deliver a crisp image even during fast moving scenes.
SD Slot for Slideshows and High-Def Home Video Play
Transfer an SD card from your camera and play a slide show of your JPEG images directly on the TC-P50S1 .
Display
Screen Size (Diagonal) 50"
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Pixel Resolution 1920 x 1080
Brightness Not Specified by Manufacturer
Contrast Ratio Native: 40,000:1
Pixel Pitch (HxV) 0.576 x 0.576 mm
Displayable Colors Not Specified by Manufacturer
Viewing Angle Not Specified by Manufacturer
Comb Filter Motion Adaptive 3D Y/C Digital
Video
Video System NTSC
HDTV Compatibility Yes
TV Scan Lines 1080p/1080i/720p/480p
TV Tuner ATSC/QAM/NTSC
CableCARD Slot No
Speaker
Sound Stereo
Power 10W x 2
Orientation Horizontal
Input/Output Connectors
Inputs HDMI x 3
Component x 2
S-Video x 1
Composite x 2
Stereo x 2<
RF x 1<
PC Input x None
Outputs Digital Audio (Optical): x 1
Control Port Viera Link control of other Panasonic equipment via HDMI
Convenience
Picture in Picture (PIP) No
Digital Media Slot SD/SDHC memory card
Menu Language English/Spanish/French
Remote Control Yes
Power
Power Requirements 120VAC/60Hz
Power Consumption 584W
Energy Star Compliant Yes
General
Dimensions (WxHxD) With stand: 48 x 32.4 x 15.3" (1219 x 823 x 388.6mm)
Without stand: 48 x 30.3 x 4.2" (1219 x 769.6 x 106.7mm)
Weight With stand: 75 lbs (34kg)
Without stand: 72.8 lbs (33kg)
FCC Regulations Not specified by the manufacturer
Cabinet Color Black
Warranty Yes

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV
 
5.0

(based on 5 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to setup (5)
  • Great picture quality (5)
  • Attractive (4)
  • Simple controls (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home (5)
    • Movies (4)
    • Wall mounting (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (4)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    5.0

    Great image and affordable price

    By Rodrigo Barbosa

    from South Orange, NJ

    About Me Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Fast Setup
    • Good Resolution
    • Great Picture Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Home
      • Home Theater
      • Movies

      Comments about Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV:

      Affordable TV with Great Picture. Excellent black level that makes every dark scene look real.
      Color accuracy could be an issue. I notice problems especially with green colors and skin tons.
      Overall it's a great product, especially in this price range.

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      5.0

      Panny does it again.

      By Iceman

      from Pennsylvania

      About Me Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Fast Setup
      • Good Resolution
      • Great Picture Quality

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home

        Comments about Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV:

        Very easy to set up, in fifteen minutes I had the picture that I expected. I bought this plasma to compare performance with a Sony LCD. So far, the color in the Panasonic is richer and deeper but the Sony is sharper. A wash. A very good value for the money.

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        5.0

        Excellent Buy!

        By Choreo

        from Midland, Texas

        About Me Casual User

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Fast Setup
        • Great Picture
        • Simple Controls

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home
          • Movies
          • Wall Mounting

          Comments about Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV:

          My Hitachi 53" Projection TV (53SDX01B) in my living room died on me after 8 years, so after much research I chose this as a replacement. I had no idea what I was missing!VERY easy to install and set-up. Beautiful picture. DTV looks better than Cable in my installation, but both are better than what I had before.[...]Plan on purchasing a second 42" model just like this now for bedroom!

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          5.0

          50

          By Looper

          from Inland Empire, CA

          About Me Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Attractive Design
          • Fast Setup
          • Great Picture
          • Simple Controls

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Home
            • Movies
            • Office
            • Professional
            • Wall Mounting

            Comments about Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV:

            Picture quality is beautiful, great remote - easy to use. sound is better than most and easy to hang for a plasma TV, they have come down in weight - Great mounting options.

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            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great product!

            By oldguy93

            from Jonesboro, Maine

            About Me Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Fast Setup
            • Great Picture
            • Simple Controls

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Home
              • Movies
              • Wall Mounting

              Comments about Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV:

              This is our second Panasonic plasma. Gave first one a 42" to my elderly mother. Purchased the 50" because liked the two year old 42" inch so well. Great colors and picture!

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              What's in the Box

              Panasonic TC-P50S1 50" Viera S1 Series Plasma HDTV
              • Pedestal
              • Remote with two AA batteries
              • Power cord
              • Cleaning cloth
              • Limited one-year warranty for parts and labor
               
               
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