New Panasonic models?

barrowboy · 19-09-2008, 10:51

Just been into my local Panny dealer and he tells me that Panasonic are bringing out two new models *within the next few weeks.*

One is 32 inch the other 37 inch. Both LCD with integrated freesat.

Price guide £850 and £1100.

Bring them on!

Pete_D · 19-09-2008, 11:27

£1100 !!

Ouch. I paid less than a grand for my 42" PZ81B a few weeks back.

Overall, very impressed with it. Fantastic picture especially via blue ray from a PS3. HD content on BBC HD is also very good as is most SD content from the internal tuners and sky+ via scart. Only the usual poor SD channels that transmit at very low bit rates look bad, but then they did on my 28" CRT.

The menu system is easy to navigate and and the EPGs are quick as well.

If the LCD's are anything like as polished as the plasma's they should be a good buy for those that are still wary of plamsa, or are just looking for something that is more energy efficient. The 42" plasma is rated at 395W.

barrowboy · 19-09-2008, 11:36

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Originally Posted by Pete_D

£1100 !!

Ouch. I paid less than a grand for my 42" PZ81B a few weeks back.

I'm glad you're pleased with the Sony, but I think you have missed the point.

The Panasonic models include integrated Freesat, which will not be on Sony models for some time as Panny have signed an exclusive deal.

OranguMaTang · 19-09-2008, 11:43

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Originally Posted by barrowboy

I'm glad you're pleased with the Sony, but I think you have missed the point.

The Panasonic models include integrated Freesat, which will not be on Sony models for some time as Panny have signed an exclusive deal.

The PZ81 is a panasonic! With integrated freeview!

Pete_D · 19-09-2008, 11:57

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Originally Posted by OranguMaTang

The PZ81 is a panasonic! With integrated freeview!

And Freesat would you believe

barrowboy · 19-09-2008, 16:03

DOH - sorry!

clockworks999 · 19-09-2008, 17:35

Got to agree about the Panasonic '81B. I've just replaced my 40" Samsung LCD with a 46" 81B Plasma, and the difference on most SD channels (via Sky or Freesat) is huge - looks much more "analogue" than on the old LCD. Even Freeview is watchable now.

BBC HD Freesat is superb. I'm watching programmes on HD that I wouldn't normally bother with, the PQ is that good. Only problem is, some of the people look a bit rough in HD. Joanna Lumley is showing her age.....

Pete_D · 20-09-2008, 12:17

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Originally Posted by clockworks999

Got to agree about the Panasonic '81B. I've just replaced my 40" Samsung LCD with a 46" 81B Plasma, and the difference on most SD channels (via Sky or Freesat) is huge - looks much more "analogue" than on the old LCD. Even Freeview is watchable now.

BBC HD Freesat is superb. I'm watching programmes on HD that I wouldn't normally bother with, the PQ is that good. Only problem is, some of the people look a bit rough in HD. Joanna Lumley is showing her age.....

I know what you mean. Looking a close up shots of people in HD is like looking at them in real life, so much more detail in skin textures and tones. The make up artists will have to up their game.

brms · 21-09-2008, 19:23

I was tempted to wait for the panny with freesat built in, but decided to go for the LZD800 (fabulous telly - great sound - expensive, though) and wait till Humax bring out their HD PVR and buy that, along with the satellite dish and the rest, all in time for Christmas.

19-09-2008, 10:51	#1
barrowboy Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6	New Panasonic models? Just been into my local Panny dealer and he tells me that Panasonic are bringing out two new models within the next few weeks. One is 32 inch the other 37 inch. Both LCD with integrated freesat. Price guide £850 and £1100. Bring them on!

19-09-2008, 11:27	#2
Pete_D Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Southwick, Brighton UK Posts: 315	£1100 !! Ouch. I paid less than a grand for my 42" PZ81B a few weeks back. Overall, very impressed with it. Fantastic picture especially via blue ray from a PS3. HD content on BBC HD is also very good as is most SD content from the internal tuners and sky+ via scart. Only the usual poor SD channels that transmit at very low bit rates look bad, but then they did on my 28" CRT. The menu system is easy to navigate and and the EPGs are quick as well. If the LCD's are anything like as polished as the plasma's they should be a good buy for those that are still wary of plamsa, or are just looking for something that is more energy efficient. The 42" plasma is rated at 395W.

19-09-2008, 11:36	#3
barrowboy Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6	Quote: Originally Posted by Pete_D £1100 !! Ouch. I paid less than a grand for my 42" PZ81B a few weeks back. I'm glad you're pleased with the Sony, but I think you have missed the point. The Panasonic models include integrated Freesat, which will not be on Sony models for some time as Panny have signed an exclusive deal.

19-09-2008, 11:43	#4
OranguMaTang Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 712	Quote: Originally Posted by barrowboy I'm glad you're pleased with the Sony, but I think you have missed the point. The Panasonic models include integrated Freesat, which will not be on Sony models for some time as Panny have signed an exclusive deal. The PZ81 is a panasonic! With integrated freeview!

19-09-2008, 11:57	#5
Pete_D Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Southwick, Brighton UK Posts: 315	Quote: Originally Posted by OranguMaTang The PZ81 is a panasonic! With integrated freeview! And Freesat would you believe

19-09-2008, 16:03	#6
barrowboy Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6	DOH - sorry!

19-09-2008, 17:35	#7
clockworks999 Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Cornwall, UK Posts: 2,014	Got to agree about the Panasonic '81B. I've just replaced my 40" Samsung LCD with a 46" 81B Plasma, and the difference on most SD channels (via Sky or Freesat) is huge - looks much more "analogue" than on the old LCD. Even Freeview is watchable now. BBC HD Freesat is superb. I'm watching programmes on HD that I wouldn't normally bother with, the PQ is that good. Only problem is, some of the people look a bit rough in HD. Joanna Lumley is showing her age.....

20-09-2008, 12:17	#8
Pete_D Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Southwick, Brighton UK Posts: 315	Quote: Originally Posted by clockworks999 Got to agree about the Panasonic '81B. I've just replaced my 40" Samsung LCD with a 46" 81B Plasma, and the difference on most SD channels (via Sky or Freesat) is huge - looks much more "analogue" than on the old LCD. Even Freeview is watchable now. BBC HD Freesat is superb. I'm watching programmes on HD that I wouldn't normally bother with, the PQ is that good. Only problem is, some of the people look a bit rough in HD. Joanna Lumley is showing her age..... I know what you mean. Looking a close up shots of people in HD is like looking at them in real life, so much more detail in skin textures and tones. The make up artists will have to up their game.

21-09-2008, 19:23	#9
brms Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 28	I was tempted to wait for the panny with freesat built in, but decided to go for the LZD800 (fabulous telly - great sound - expensive, though) and wait till Humax bring out their HD PVR and buy that, along with the satellite dish and the rest, all in time for Christmas.

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