Panasonic TC-P50VT20

Color Accuracy Summary
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Panasonic TC-P50VT20. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the TC-PxxVT20 series. The TC-PxxVT20 series includes the following models: (N/A at time of publication. Sorry.)  Read here for more details on series differences.
• Decent color temperature; gets a bit warm towards the dark end of the spectrum. • Above average color representation, but it does have some issues. • Reds are very oversaturated. • Testing done using DisplayMate Software
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Color Temperature (7.81)

The Panasonic TC-P50VT20 performed well on our color temperature test. The only issue we saw was a trend towards warm in the high end. Although it's noticeable, it isn't for a particularly wide spectrum. (More on how we test Color Temperature.)

Color Temperature
Compare the Panasonic TC-P50VT20 to other HDTVs
Samsung UN55C7000 55 inches	Sony KDL-46EX700 46 inches	Panasonic TC-P50G10 50 inches

RGB Curves (7.70)

The Panasonic's RGB curves weren't the most stellar we've seen. You can see how they get a bit squiggly and desync towards the high end. The jagged lines mean there isn't an even color progression, which leads to decreased detailing.  (More on how we test RGB Curves.)

RGB Curves

Below we've plotted the Panasonic TC-P50VT20's above performance as a gradient. Any unevenness represents a loss of detail, and if the color darkens to black too fast, it means some of the darker shades might be crushed.

Red Response Comparisons
Ideal Response
Panasonic TC-P50VT20
Samsung UN55C7000
Sony KDL-46EX700
Panasonic TC-P50G10

Green Response Comparisons
Ideal Response
Panasonic TC-P50VT20
Samsung UN55C7000
Sony KDL-46EX700
Panasonic TC-P50G10

Blue Response Comparisons
Ideal Response
Panasonic TC-P50VT20
Samsung UN55C7000
Sony KDL-46EX700
Panasonic TC-P50G10

Color Gamut (3.93)

The main issue we saw with the TC-P50VT20's color gamut was its red point: it was really oversaturated. The greens were slighly oversaturated as well.  (More on how we test Color Gamut.)

Color Gamut

Below we've plotted the red, green, blue, and white points for the TC-P50VT20, as well as as the rec. 709 standard.

Other Models in the TC-PxxVT20 and VT25 Series
This is a review of the Panasonic TC-P50VT20. 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.
Panasonic TC-P50VT25 50 inches	Panasonic TC-P54VT25 54 inches	Panasonic TC-P58VT25 58 inches	Panasonic TC-P65VT25 65 inches