The Best 50 inch Plasma HDTV
By LeM22
Time to Choose
Hopefully by now you've researched the different technologies (LCD vs. Plasma), sizes (14-73 inch), ports-plugs-connections (lots of HDMI's), resolution size (720 v. 1080), where to purchase (eBay or Amazon!) and programming through your local HD provider. You've made one of the best choices possible: a monster 50 inch plasma. Not only is it gigantic, but the plasma colors will wow you. Now, which one will you choose? Here are the top 10 plasma beauties organized by top seller and top bargain since the beginning of 2009.
#1 Panasonic 50 inch Class
The Best Picture at the Top
- state of the art 720p or 1080p resolution
- fast 600 Hz processor
- Energy star rated
- 30,000:1 contrast
- 80lbs
- tons of connectors, plugs, ports
Amazon Plasmas
![Samsung PN43D450 43-Inch 720p 600 Hz Plasma HDTV (Black) [2011 MODEL]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Jrzk7xgAL._SL75_.jpg) | Amazon Price: Too low to display List Price: $599.99 |
 | Amazon Price: $749.00 List Price: $899.99 |
 | Amazon Price: Too low to display List Price: $719.99 |
 | Amazon Price: $26.95 List Price: $89.99 |
![Samsung PN51D450 51-Inch 720p 600 Hz Plasma HDTV (Black) [2011 MODEL]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21rrQxngWAL._SL75_.jpg) | Amazon Price: Too low to display List Price: $799.99 |
#2 Samsung 50 inch Class
The Best Bargain at the Top
- state of the art 720p or 1080p resolution
- fast 600 Hz processor
- Energy star rated
- 71lbs
- the most connectors, plugs, ports of the bunch including USB 2.0
- slightly cheaper than the Panasonics
Viewing Distance...Save Money
Do you want more bang for your buck? Reconsider a 720p plasma. They cost $300-$700 less versus the same model in 1080p. Most broadcast and programs are in 720p (ESPN) or in 1080i if not still in SD (Standard Definition coming over the digital airwaves). The switch from analog to digital signals doesn't change the fact.
Also, professionals and viewers alike state that there is no discernible difference between a 720 and 1080 HDTV side by side until you get within 6.5 feet of the screen. That is where you first start to notice a difference.
eBay's Best 50's
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Mega PT-5099H 50" Inch 720p Plasma Screen HDTV
Current Bid: $359.00
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Current Bid: $450.00
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Mega PT-5099H 50" Inch 720p Plasma Screen HDTV
Current Bid: $404.00
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LG 50PA6500 50" Inch Widescreen Full HD 1080p 600Hz Plasma HDTV Television
Current Bid: $689.99
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Low Profile TILT Wall Mount for LED LCD Plasma flat TV 37-40-42-47-50-51-55 inch
Current Bid: $29.99
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LG 50PA5500 50" Inch Class Full HD 1080p Plasma HDTV Television
Current Bid: $664.99
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#3 LG 50 inch Class
The Best Sound at the Top...but then again, don't you have a Dolby Digital Surround Sound System?
- 720p or 1080p resolution
- 600 Hz processor
- 30,000:1 contrast
- 71lbs
- variety of connectors, plugs, ports
- THX certified Cinema mode
- much cheaper than the Panasonics
#4 Insignia 50 inch Class
Best Basement Bargain at the Top
- 2 year warranty on parts and labor
- 720p or 1080p resolution
- 30,000:1 contrast
- 76 lbs
- limited connectors, plugs, ports
- very cheap compared to Panasonic
Where Should I Sit?
For a 50 inch 1080 HDTV, if you sit within 6.5 feet of the television, it will rock. Any further away and you may as well get a 720, but any closer and you may not be able to see the whole TV!
For a 50 inch 720 HDTV, if you sit around 10 feet away, it will rock. Sitting up to 6.5 feet away will be as similar as a 1080 HDTV.
#5 Kuro 50 inch Class
Best Before this Year at the Top
- The best picture ever produced on a television
- 1080p resolution
- 60 Hz
- Energy Star qualified
- 30,000:1 contrast
- 86lbs
- all connectors, plugs, ports
- at least twice the cost of most Panasonics
- Going out of business
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