The Panasonic PZ85U VIERA models 1080p Full HD plasma (TH-50PZ80U, TH-46PZ80U and TH-42PZ80U) have the same specification and the recently reviewed Panasonic VIERA PX80U models except for the following differences;

• 1080p vs 720p
• Contrast ratio is higher at 30,000:1 vs 15,000:1
• PC Input Mini D-sub 15-pin x 1 (rear)
• Audio Input (for PC)

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Other 2008 Panasonic plasma models to consider….


Moving up to the Panasonic PZ800U models you gain a swivel base, THX Certification, 24p Cinematic Playback, BBE VIVI HD3D Sound, a HDMI input, increased shades of gradation and the one sheet of glass design.

If like the idea of also adding VIERA Cast IPTV Capability, Studio Reference Mode, Pro Setting Menu, RS-232C conncetion, AVCHD/MPEG2 playback, H.264 codec and Digital Cinema Color while missing out on THX Certification then you should look at the Panasonic PZ850U models.

Alternatively, dropping back to 20,000:1 (from 30,000:1) contrast ratio and not have the PC input gives you the Panasonic PZ80U plasma models.

If a still well featured base model plasma with 720p resolution and 15,000:1 contrast ratio will fill your needs then the PX80U models are for you.

See the base specification for all 2008 Panasonic plasma models below.

Compare the specifications of the PZ850U, PZ800U, PZ85U, PZ80U and PX80U side-by-side.

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User Reviews and Price Comparisons

Panasonic’s VIERA PZ85U models have been best sellers on Amazon where you can read first hand user reviews and check prices.

Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ85U 50″ 1080p Plasma HDTV

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U 42-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U 42-inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

Extended Service Plan

Panasonic Viera TH-46PZ85U 46″ 1080p Plasma HDTV TH46PZ85U

Panasonic Viera TH-42PZ85U 42″ 1080p Plasma HDTV TH42PZ85U

Panasonic VIERA 50″ 1080p 480Hz Plasma HDTV w/Anti-Reflective Filter TH50PZ85U

Panasonic VIERA 46″ 1080p 480Hz Plasma HDTV w/Anti-Reflective Filter TH46PZ85U

Panasonic VIERA 42″ 1080p 480Hz Plasma HDTV w/Anti-Reflective Filter TH42PZ85U

Base Specification for Panasonic 2008 Plasma Models

• 1,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• 480 Hz Sub-field Drive Technology
• Anti-Reflective Filter
• Viera Link HDAVI Control
• SD Card Slot w/ Photo Viewer/Gallery Player
• Deep Color Technology
• x.v. Color
• 3D Color Management
• Sub Pixel Controller
• Motion Pattern Noise Reduction
• Anti-Image Retention Mode
• Game Mode
• 3 HDMI Inputs
• Tough Under Force Panel: Provides high resistance to impacts and scratches
• Panel Life to Half Brightness of 100,000 Hours to (8 Hours/Day = More than 30 Years)
• Panels is Lead Free