If 2007 is to be remembered for anything it won't be for HD DVD or Blu-ray. No, it should be seen as the year that plasma bounced back.
For years plasmas squandered in SD hell (or worse!), but now -- in the hands of Pioneer and Panasonic -- they are available in full 1080p definition, and for a more affordable price.
In the past, the standard line has been: "Choose a plasma if you watch in the dark, and an LCD if you live in a modern, light-filled space." But several new plasmas now boast anti-glare coatings, meaning bright environments are no longer a problem.
For our money, the Pioneer PDP-508XDA is the best of this bunch as it has a superior mix of image quality, features and price. However, all five are excellent TVs in their own right, and should all be available for a lot less on the street.
Most TVs here aren't full high-definition, but most are capable of 720p/1080i -- which is the most free-to-air is capable of right now. And while one TV in this list is still yet to be reviewed -- the Panasonic TH-42PZ700A -- it's the first 42-inch TV we've seen which can do 1080p. This makes it an attractive and intriguing proposition for the money.
Pioneer PDP-428XDA
Pioneer has completely re-engineered the PDP-428XDA plasma to produce a high performance TV -- prepare to be blown away by the deep blacks, rich colours and natural looking picture.
Panasonic VIERA TH-50PX70A 
The latest generation of plasma televisions has really impressed us, and the Panasonic VIERA TH-50PX70A is an excellent example of plasma's potential.
Samsung PS-50Q91HD
The Samsung PS-50Q91HD boasts a truckload of useful features, an extremely high contrast level, and is particularly strong in high definition.
Hitachi 50PD960DTA
The current generation of LCD panels have been getting all the attention lately, but Hitachi is fighting back with the 50PD960DTA. Measuring in at a massive 50inches, this display is 1080P capable and looks great in any setting.
Panasonic TH-42PZ700A
The Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ700A is an excellent 1080p 42-inch plasma going for a bargain price, but is a little short from the benchmark product we expected.
sea8joe
27/05/2008 08:55 PM
Very good.... Just started, yours was about the third or fourth sight and by far the Best !!
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