Panasonic VIERA VT50, ST50, GT50, XT50 and UT50 3D Plasma TV Series

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Panasonic VIERA VT50, ST50, GT50, XT50 and UT50 3D Plasma TV Series

Panasonic is one of the companies that brings the best of the best every year, so if you’re looking for a quality Plasma display with 3D capabilities in 2012, you should definitely check out what Panasonic has to offer.

The company made a trip to the CES 2012 in Las Vegas this year and brought with it no more than 17 new Plasma displays that are meant to join Panasonic’s Viera Plasma HDTV line this year.

Last year, Panasonic’s VT30 line of flagship Plasma TVs was a resounding success and many reviewers have praised the line for the top notch quality it had to bring to the table, raising the bar for other companies as well.

In 2012, Panasonic’s flagship line is called VT50, which is a bit of a surprise, as the 2010 model was named VT25 and the 2011 was named VT30. The name doesn’t bother us that much, because the quality of these new displays in Panasonic’s Viera VT50 line is undeniable and comes packed in only two models, measuring 55 and 65-inches in screen size.

Panasonic VT50 3D Plasma TV Series

The Panasonic Viera VT50 series is the flagship line from the company in 2012 and is proudly sitting in the front of other six series coming this year.

There are only two models in this line, namely the Panasonic VIERA TC-P55VT50 and the TC-P65VT50. Both of these new displays come with the best picture quality making use of the 1080p Full HD resolution as well as the 3D capabilities, in order to offer an improved home theater experience in 2012.

Both the TC-P55VT50 and the TC-P65VT50 come with the new and improved Infinite Black Ultra Panel/NeoPlasma Black 2500 technology and THX certification for both 2D and 3D alike. You’ll be able to find 2D-to-3D upconversion with these new models and ISFccc Calibration Mode, used in order to offer the complete package and the best cinema experience.

The quality of the picture is stunning indeed, but there is more to these two VT50 models. Both of them feature Smart capabilities that connect to your home network via the built-in WiFi and come with an improved Viera Connect interface that lets users interact with friends and family or browse the Internet while watching TV.

THX certification for both 2D and 3D
2D to 3D upconversion
Infinite Black Ultra panel
Louver filter
2500 FFD (Focused Field Drive)
Fast phoshpor
Cloud based Smart Viera + multitask
Built-in Wi-Fi
Viera Touch Pad remote included
One-sheet-of-glass design

In 2012, the VT50 models come with 3D real sound with 8-train speakers, media viewer, Bluetooth and a Panasonic Viera Touch Pad Controller.

Screen Size	Model	Price	Buy	Availability
55-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P55VT50	$2,499		May 2012
65-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P65VT50	$3,999		May 2012

Panasonic ST50 3D Plasma TV Series

Panasonic ST50 series brings high quality to the table and not just in terms of picture quality but in terms of sound as well.

Panasonic has dedicated the ST50 series entirely to sound quality by adding the “3D real sound” feature with the aid of 8-train speakers. If that's not enough, you could consider one of Panasonic's sound bars for this year. The ST50 panel is self illuminated without using lead or mercury that pollutes the environment.

The company guarantees 100,000 hours lifespan and improved black levels, leading to superior image quality.

3D compatible Plasma TV
2D-to-3D conversion
Infinite Black Pro Panel
Faster-switching phosphor panel
Cloud-based Viera Connect Internet suite
Web browser
Built-in Wi-Fi

The Panasonic VIERA ST50 series brings four new models ranging from 50 to 65-inch in screen size.

Screen Size	Model	Price
50-inch	Panasonic TC-P50ST50	$1,364.98
55-inch	Panasonic TC-P55ST50	$1,699.95
60-inch	Panasonic TC-P60ST50	$2,099.95
65-inch	Panasonic TC-P65ST50	$2,999

Panasonic GT50 3D Plasma TV Series

The Panasonic VIERA GT50 series is the next in line to take the stage, bringing almost all the goodies of the flagship VT50 series to the table, including 3D and the best image quality available on the market.

The GT50 series brings forward four new 3D enabled models featuring fast switching phosphors, 1080p Infinite Black Pro Panel, 2500FFD (Focused Field Drive) as well as 2D-to-3D upconversion.

It’s not just about outstanding image quality with the GT50 models, there’s also quality sound available with these, as they bring the 3D Real Sound feature provided with the aid of the 8-train speakers on-board.

The Smart features are also present with the GT50 models and you’ll get the new and improved Viera Connect platform including a Web Browser and enhanced social networking features.

Connectivity-wise, you’ll be able to find three USB ports and four HDMI inputs with these models.

THX certification for both 2D and 3D
2D-to-3D upconversion
Infinite Black Pro Panel
Fast phosphor
Cloud-based Viera Connect + multitask
Built-in Wi-Fi

The Panasonic GT50 series brings four new models ranging from 50 to 65-inches in screen size.

Screen Size	Model	Price	Availability
50-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P50GT50	$1,799	March 2012
55-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P55GT50	$2,099	March 2012
60-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P60GT50	$2,599	May 2012
65-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P65GT50	$3,299	May 2012

Panasonic UT50 3D Plasma TV Series

Further down the line we can find the UT50 series of 3D-enabled Plasma HDTVs. The four models of this series come with Full HD 1080p panels and 3D capabilities.

You will once again be able to find 2D-to-3D upconversion for your old movie collection as well as the VIERA Connect platform with all the social networking features and DLNA support.

Connectivity features include HDMI and USB ports that will help you to connect and enjoy content from external hard drives or 3D Blu-Ray players.

The UT50 series consists of four new models ranging from 42 to 60-inches in screen size.

Screen Size	Model	Price
50-inch	Panasonic TC-P50UT50	$1099.95
55-inch	Panasonic TC-P55UT50	$1399
60-inch	Panasonic TC-P60UT50	$1799

Panasonic XT50 3D Plasma TV Series

The XT50 series from Panasonic is what Panasonic calls an affordable Plasma display in 2012. The series comes in two brand new models that bring IPTV functionality, 720p resolution, 600Hz field drive and Online Movie Support.

There’s 2D-to-3D conversion for your media and HDMI and USB ports for connectivity with your other devices.

These two new models are the affordable plasma displays coming from Panasonic this year.

Screen Size	Model	Price	Buy
42-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P42XT50	n/a	n/a
50-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-P50XT50	$719.99

Panasonic U50 Plasma TV Series

Panasonic has only one non-3D display coming in 2012. The Panasonic VIERA TC-50U50 Plasma TV comes with a 1080p Full HD panel, 600Hz sub-field drive, media player and fast switching phosphors.

Connectivity options include USB and HDMI as for all other models from Panasonic this year.

Screen Size	Model	Price	Buy
50-inch	Panasonic VIERA TC-50U50	$799.99

This is Panasonic's 3D Plasma TV line-up for 2012 that's set to be launched this Spring bringing one again high quality picture and enhanced Smart TV features in people's homes.

Panasonic will most likely officially launch their Plasma TV series sometime in March/April.

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