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Panasonic Viera TX-PF50G30 Sharp Aquos LC-60LE636E
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Panasonic Viera TX-PF50G30
Overview - Full review
Sharp Aquos LC-60LE636E
Overview - Full review
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Panasonic Viera TX-PF50G30
Sharp Aquos LC-60LE636E
Score
4/5
4/5
User Score
5/5 (3)
4/5 (8)
Specifications
Specifications
Screen size50 inches
Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
HD compatibility (1080i/720p)Yes / Yes
HD Ready certificationYes
BrightnessNA
Contrast ratio5000000:1
Viewing angles (H+V)NA
Response time0.001 ms
Sound level2 x 10 W
ConnectivityHDMI (x 4) • Composite • Component • USB (x 3) • Optical audio
Dimensions (LxHxW)1200 x 780 x 335 mm
Weight30 kg
TypePlasma
3Dno
Specifications
Screen size60 inches
Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
HD compatibility (1080i/720p)Yes / Yes
HD Ready certificationYes
BrightnessNA
Contrast ratioNA
Viewing angles (H+V)NA
Response timeNA
Sound level2 x 10 W
ConnectivityHDMI (x4), VGA, SCART, Component, Composite
Dimensions (LxHxW)1383 x 871 x 333 cm
Weight32.6 kg
TypeLCD
3Dno
Conclusion
The Panasonic G30 is very similar to the GT30, except it doesn't have support for 3D. Once you're in THX mode, the picture quality is good, with accurate colour reproduction and high contrast ratios making it the ideal choice for Home Cinema fans.
The Sharp LC-60LE636E is a good giant TV. It will be a big hit with most viewers, but real Home Cinema fans will probably prefer a plasma TV to avoid problems like clouding, an uneven performance across the whole surface of the screen and slightly disappointing viewing angles.
Pros

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Great picture quality

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Excellent contrast ratio: 6000:1 in THX mode

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Very wide viewing angles

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No Blackfloating in THX mode

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Good audio quality

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Excellent contrast ratio and deep blacks: 4900:1 and 0.03 cd/m²

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Excellent responsiveness: average ghosting time of 8.5 ms

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Decent colour reproduction: average deltaE: 3.9

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Semi-glossy panel keeps most reflections in check

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Low energy consumption: 100 W

Cons

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Glossy screen susceptible to reflections

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Power adaptor makes annoying noise

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High energy consumption: 355 W in THX mode

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Some slight clouding on the unit we tested

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Media player doesn't support many container formats

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Mediocre remote