14 DAY TRIAL // Though liquid crystal displays are fairly popular on the mainstream market at present, Panasonic's Plasma display technology stands tall even now, especially thanks to the various large-screen TVs that it has spawned. In fact, the company has just recently unveiled its latest lineup, known as the VIERA VT25. The new displays supposedly lack the black level degradation issues of previous-generation models, which is a nice bonus to their ability to render Full HD 1080p-quality 3D.
The VIERA VT25 are very large compared to other TVs on the market, with screen sizes of up to no less than 65 inches (TC-P65VT25). For those versed in such things, this size is larger than that of certain digital signage solutions, which means that those interested will have to free up an entire wall before they can set it up. Basically, Panasonic intends for these Full HD 3D TVs to cope with not just current media, but also 3D content that will emerge over the next few years.
The lineup is composed of four models whose Infinite Black Pro panels give them a native contrast ratio of 5,000,000:1. Known as the TC-P50VT25, TC-P54VT25, TC-P58VT25 and TC-P65VT25, they boast, as their names suggest, screen sizes of 50, 54, 58 and 65 inches, respectively. The first two will start selling in the week of May 3, at respective prices of $2,599.95 and $2,999.95. As for the other two, they will come in June, at prices of $3,399.95 for the 58-inch TV and $4,299.95 for the 65-inch model.
“The arrival of our VIERA VT25 Series truly defines the phenomenal capabilities of Panasonic’s Full HD 3D technology to deliver a new level of home entertainment to consumers,” said Henry Hauser, Vice President, Panasonic Display Group. “With Panasonic Plasma’s new short-stroke phosphor technology, Full HD 3D imagery is delivered in stunning realism and clarity to create a truly immersive viewing experience that will make the viewer feel that they have stepped in to the program they are watching.”