Product face-offs
Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ81E
| Screen size | 46 inches (116 cm) |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Oui |
| HD Ready certification | Oui |
| Brightness | NC |
| Contrast ratio | 30000:1 |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | 178° / 178° |
| Response time | NC |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 Watt RMS |
| Connectivity |
VGA • HDMI (x3) • Péritel (x2) YUV • S-Vidéo • Composite |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 1158 x 800 x 387 mm |
| Weight | 37.00 Kg |
Avoid using with a PC
Like with all plasma screens using the PZ81E with a PC is not recommended.
On the one hand, fixed images that remain on the display too long can mark the panel, while on the other, rapid movements are not exempt from defects. After this, the PC’s 1920 x 1080 definition is perfectly reproduced on the HDMI input without reframing or touch ups. The image properly maintains the 1:1 ratio.
Vincent Lheur
Updated: 2008-06-16 - Test date: 2008-05-29
Updated: 2008-06-16 - Test date: 2008-05-29
This television is the 46” version of the 42”, the Viera TH-42PZ81E, which we tested.
Its larger diagonal size enables better taking advantage of the Full HD definition. This TV also comes in a 50 inch version.
We should find the same exceptional performances on these other two models. In addition, the large diagonal sizes of 46” and 50” allow us to enjoy even more the excellent rescaling of SD sources found on the PZ81E series.
Characteristics, the panel and circuitry are identical and only brightness may vary slightly which minimally affects contrast. According to manufacturers (and our tests confirm), results from one diagonal size can easily be extrapolated to identical models of bigger or smaller sizes.
Its larger diagonal size enables better taking advantage of the Full HD definition. This TV also comes in a 50 inch version.
We should find the same exceptional performances on these other two models. In addition, the large diagonal sizes of 46” and 50” allow us to enjoy even more the excellent rescaling of SD sources found on the PZ81E series.
Characteristics, the panel and circuitry are identical and only brightness may vary slightly which minimally affects contrast. According to manufacturers (and our tests confirm), results from one diagonal size can easily be extrapolated to identical models of bigger or smaller sizes.
- Contrast and colors
- Excellent rescaling of SD sources
- HD compatible digital tuner
- Rare green afterglow on strongly contrasted moving objects
- Brightness a bit weak
- Light color of panel
This plasma is hands down one of the best current models notably thanks to its excellent rescaling of SD sources.
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