Panasonic TC-P55ST50

Panasonic's TC-P55ST50 makes a solid case for giving a plasma HDTV a shot at the living room, especially for viewers who like their black levels inky and their colors resplendent.

Panasonic brings plasma technology to its peak with the TC-P55ST50, an outstanding 3D plasma TV with a price tag well within reach of many consumers.

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One argument made by naysayers when 3D TV first arrived was that the feature would jack up prices for flat-panel sets. That did prove sort of true at first, but 3D was quickly folded into the general feature package for most TVs, leaving set prices to continue their downward trajectory. Case in point: Panasonic’s new TC-P55ST50. The first Panasonic 3D TV I reviewed 2 years back had a 50-inch screen and cost $2,600. But the company’s new P55ST50 3D plasma has a larger, 55-inch screen and costs around $1,600. Depending on how the rest of this review plays out, that could mean we have a serious bargain on our hands.

Dropping two grandon a high-end television simply isn't possible for most households. Does that mean you should suffer with some $100 off-brand Fony set. No way. As Panasonic's second-best option in plasma reminds us that even if you can't get the VT50 you want, you can still go for the ST50 you need.

Who needs a picture window when you have Panasonic’s TC-P55ST50 3D Plasma HDTV?

2D Performance 3D Performance Features

The Panasonic ST60 is a very good plasma TV. It doesn't get very bright, but it does a very good job at reducing reflections, as shown in our pictures. Of course...

The Panasonic TC-P55ST50 is a large plasma TV, displaying 1080p HD images with 3D and internet connectivity.

Panasonic's TC-P55ST50 is a 55 inch, 3D ready, 1080p Plasma TV. Read our review, compare and find the best prices and see the specifications of the Panasonic TC-P55ST50.

Panasonic brings plasma technology to its peak with the TC-P55ST50, an outstanding 3D plasma TV with a price tag well within reach of many consumers.

Panasonic TC-PST50

If you need to stay with a midrange price, this is a solid pick.