Full Review
Introduction
The Panasonic TC-P42S2 ($849 MSRP) is a modestly priced plasma TV with several larger siblings in the same series. Low on frills, the TV does offer some great color performance, though it left us wanting for deeper blacks and a wider contrast ratio. If you’re dead-set on plasma but don’t have much to spend, this is definitely worth your investigation.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Panasonic Viera TC-P42S2. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the TC-PxxS2 series. The TC-PxxS2 series includes the following models: TC-P42S2, TC-P46S2, TC-P50S2, TC-P54S2, TC-P58S2 and TC-P65S2. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
Decent black level. Dim peak brightness and trouble maintaining black level consistency. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Great color performance. RGB curves could have been smoother. Read More... |
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Motion
Average motion performance. Picture is a little fuzzy, even at its best. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
Outstanding viewing angle. Reflective screen. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Panasonic Viera TC-P42S2. Read More... |
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Connectivity
Enough ports for a basic home theater setup. No analog audio output, no networking ports. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Mediocre audio performance. Great, simple menus. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
Photo playback from SD cards. No streaming content. Read More... |
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Power Consumption
Power hungry. Read More... |
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Vs Panasonic TC P42U2
 We compare the TC-P42S2 to the TC-P42U2. Read More... |
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Vs Samsung LN40C630
 We compare the TC-P42S2 to the LN40C630. Read More... |
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Vs Sharp LC 40LE700UN
 We compare the TC-P42S2 to the LC-40LE700UN. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Panasonic Viera TC-P42S2. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the TC-PxxS2 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
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Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Panasonic Viera TC-P42S2. Add your comments... |
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