| Introduction |
| Editorial Note: This is a review of the Panasonic TC-P50U1. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the TC-PxxU1 series. The TC-PxxU1 series includes the following models: TC-P42U1, TC-P46U1, and TC-P50U1. Read here for more details on series differences. |
 The Panasonic TC-P50U1 is a pretty basic model, at least as basic as they come in the 50-inch plasma category (that's a lot of screen real estate, mind you). Skipping the fancy, and frequently pointless, special processing features, Panasonic has made a TV that delivers acceptable performance for a decent price. |
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Tour & Design |
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| Section |
The Good |
The Bad |
| Tour & Design |
Simple, unoffensive design |
No swivel base, fingerprint-prone finish |
| Blacks & Whites |
Great, deep black levels |
Unsatisfactory peak brightness |
| Color Accuracy |
Acceptable color performance |
Instances of color banding |
| Motion |
Decent performance |
Definite presence of motion artifacting |
| Viewing Effects |
Superior wide angle |
Highly reflective screen |
| Remote Control |
It works! |
Poor design and construction, overall |
| Connectivity |
All the necessary ports are present |
No internet, no USB |
| Audio & Menus |
Easy to use menus |
Lackluster audio performance |
| Formats & Media |
Plays JPEG photos from SD cards |
Does not play music or video clips |
| Power Consumption |
Modest power draw |
None |
| All Models in the TC-PxxU1 Series |
| This is a review of the Panasonic TC-P50U1. The other sizes of HDTVs in this series should be similar in terms of performance and usability. For details about any differences, click on the image to jump to the Series Comparison page. |
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Panasonic TC-P42U1
42 inches |
Panasonic TC-P46U1
46 inches |
Panasonic TC-P50U1
50 inches |
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