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LG 42LW550T
Overview - Full review		 Panasonic TX-P50ST60
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LG 42LW550T
Panasonic TX-P50ST60
Panasonic Viera TX-P50ST50B
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Subscores
    • Design4/5
    • 2D Image Quality5/5
    • 3D Image Quality5/5
    • Clouding5/5
    • Audio3/5
    • Power Use1/5
    • Design4/5
    • 2D Image Quality5/5
    • 3D Image Quality5/5
    • Clouding5/5
    • Audio3/5
    • Power Use1/5
    Specifications
    Specifications
    Screen size42 inches
    Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
    HD compatibility (1080i/720p)Yes / Yes
    HD Ready certificationYes
    BrightnessNA
    Contrast ratio5000000:1
    Viewing angles (H+V)178° / 178°
    Response time2.4 ms
    Sound level2 x 10 W
    ConnectivityHDMI (x4) • Composite (x2) • Component • USB (x2) • Optical audio
    Dimensions (LxHxW)1010 x 680 x 255 mm
    Weight15.5 kg
    TypeLCD
    3Dyes
    Specifications
    Screen size50 inches
    Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
    HD compatibility (1080i/720p)Yes / Yes
    HD Ready certificationYes
    BrightnessNA
    Contrast ratioNA
    Viewing angles (H+V)
    Response time0.001 ms
    Sound level2 x 5 W, 10 W subwoofer
    ConnectivityHDMI (x3), SCART, component, composite
    Dimensions (LxHxW)1170 x 751 x 295 mm
    Weight25.5 kg
    TypePlasma
    3Dyes
    Specifications
    Screen size50 inches
    Resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
    HD compatibility (1080i/720p)Yes / Yes
    HD Ready certificationYes
    BrightnessNA
    Contrast ratio55000000:1
    Viewing angles (H+V)NA
    Response time0.001 ms
    Sound level(8 train speakers) x 2 + Woofer
    ConnectivityHDMI (x3), SCART, Component, Composite
    Dimensions (LxHxW)1180 x 757 x 335 mm
    Weight27 kg
    TypePlasma
    3Dyes
    Conclusion
    The LG LW550T television only just misses out on a four-star rating because it can't quite deliver the same image quality as its big brother the LG LW650S. That doesn't take away from the fact that it's a great 3D TV.
    Apart from its revamped design and graphic interface, the Panasonic ST60 doesn't really improve on 2012's ST50. Still, it's a five-star TV and an excellent choice for home-cinema set-ups.
    The Panasonic Viera ST50 really has nothing to envy of the higher-end VT50. In fact, image quality is just as good in this model. We therefore don't see much point in shelling out for the pricier model, as the ST50 won't disappoint home cinema buffs.
    Pros

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    Attractive results in 2D and 3D

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    Accurate colours: average deltaE of 3.1

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    Light, comfortable passive 3D glasses

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    Matte display (so not many reflections) and low energy consumption (90 W)

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    One of the best LCD 3D TVs: not much crosstalk and less eyestrain than with active 3D technology

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    Contrast over 5000:1

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    Very wide viewing angles

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    Very responsive screen (6 ms on average)

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    Accurate colours (average Delta E = 3)

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    Excellent 3D mode, hardly any crosstalk

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    New interface is a real improvement

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    Contrast over 5000:1

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    Very wide viewing angles

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    Excellent screen responsiveness (6 ms on average)

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    Accurate colours: average Delta E = 3

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    Excellent 3D mode: practically no crosstalk
    Cons

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    Contrast ratio not quite perfect (1005:1)

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    More crosstalk visibile thanon a plasma 3D TV

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    Media player doesn't support M2TS or MTS files

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    Glossy screen prone to reflections

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    High power use (290 watts)

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    Glossy screen is prone to reflections

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    High power use: 280 watts