- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Panasonic VIERA ET5
- 42" 1080p
- 120 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released February, 2012
Rated 100% by by sa (Jul, 2012)Blacks are good and the integrated wifi with Amazon Prime, Netflix and Pandora is so much easier for my wife and kids than switching inputs etc for a Roku or game box.
Conclusion Check out the Panasonic VIERA ET5
First reviewed April, 2012
Features Key features of the Panasonic VIERA ET5
42”
Rated 80% by by Bhameyedoc (Sep, 2012)My Netflix and Amazon Instant Video picture quality is better using these apps compared to my PS3.
size
42"
55"
55"
VIERA ET5 by vixen2188 (Mar, 2013)Just make sure you set your correct screen size, most people complain about why their 3d isn't working or is greyed out in games.
VIERA ET5 by Clockwork (May, 2012)The high point of this set is 3d if you have small kids I would recommend this set due to the inexspensive 3d glasses.
thickness
VIERA ET5 by sa (Jul, 2012)At any rate, the picture has better color depth than the Sony and I was surprised because the Sony was great.
VIERA ET5 by Jerry (Jan, 2013)Family and friends comment about the depth of field and clarify and say that it looks like you are watching a live event.
Performance Real world tests of Panasonic VIERA ET5
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Netflix -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
built-in, 802.11n -
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14,016 g -
85.06%
cons
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42" -
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limited color calibration controls; might not display the best picture -
you'll have to go to the theater for 3D videos -
can't access streaming content -
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Reviews Word on the street
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 |   Rated by 160 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Steven (Feb, 2013) Rated 100% by by Michael-Sinz (Oct, 2012) Rated 100% by by Michael-Sinz (Oct, 2012) |
Panel
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by xma (Nov, 2012)I have seen the Samsung Active 3D, this passive 3D is comparable to Samsung, and more easy to view.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 100% by by H.-Shrader--RR-Fan (Jul, 2012)The 2D-3D conversion feature is only so-so, but we were pleasantly surprised by how good 3D blu-rays look.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | by c|net (Jan, 2012)We don't have an image of the Panasonic ET5 series TV yet, so here's a graphic illustration of the number of passive 3D glasses included in the box.
3d
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by Alok-R.-Saboo--Alok-Saboo (Sep, 2012)Passive 3D works great and the 2D to 3D feature works a lot better than I expected.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by Trumpet-205 (Dec, 2012)* When playing 3D video (such as Bluray 3D), the 3D effect is very good.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by DI tried an LG passive 3D TV last year, and the effect was "dulled" compared to active 3D TV so I wrote off the whole 3D-at-home thing as immature technology.
Content
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 100% by by Amy-Vahmontah (Apr, 2013)So far we are loving the picture quality and size, although we only use it for watching DVDs and Blu-rays.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 100% by by vixen2188 (Mar, 2013)If your gaming make sure you set game mode on, and make your input GAME or WII/PS3/XBOX/PCI bought this from Amazon as used in like new condition.
Audio quality
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 100% by by BoboI would consider a sound bar for full audio enjoyment.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by B.-LeClair---BLeClair12 (Aug, 2012)Additionally, I've yet to solve my dilemma of finding a way of playing Viera Connect audio through anything other than TV speakers.
Network
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 100% by by CenVillager--cenvillager (Jul, 2012)I can't comment on the Wi-Fi since I don't use it on the TV, other than to say it successfully found my Wi-Fi channel and gave me access.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by xma (Nov, 2012)Netflix works great, wifi work perfectly, I am 2 bedroom away and wifi connected w/o a problem.
Panasonic VIERA ET5 42" | Rated 80% by by DThe DLNA Media Player isn't quite full-featured enough to be the primary home network media player for me, even though its user interface is fast and simple.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | LG LM7600 Has built-in Ethernet LG LM7600 vs Panasonic VIERA ET5 |
 | 2 | LG LM6200 2-way tie: Biggest screen LG LM6200 vs Panasonic VIERA ET5 |
 | 4 | LG LM6700 7-way tie: Supports 3D LG LM6700 vs Panasonic VIERA ET5 |
 | 5 | Samsung 6500 Series (2012) 2-way tie: Biggest screen Samsung 6500 Series (2012) vs Panasonic VIERA ET5 |
 | 6 | Panasonic VIERA E5 4-way tie: More HDMI ports E5 37" vs ET5 42" |
 | 7 | Panasonic VIERA DT50 3-way tie: Supports Skype DT50 47" vs ET5 42" |
 | 8 | Sony HX750 3-way tie: Supports Skype Sony HX750 vs Panasonic VIERA ET5 |
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