- 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 GT30
- 50" 1080p Plasma
- 3D 60 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2011
Rated 80% by by c|net (Apr, 2011)Vudu video and Hulu Plus are still missing, and we could nitpick about the absence of Rhapsody since Napster gets a spot, but otherwise the selection is solid.
Conclusion Check out the Panasonic VIERA GT30
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Panasonic VIERA GT30
50”
Plasma
Rated 100% by by Ryan-Waterer (Dec, 2011)It has a fantastic picture quality, perfect size, and comes with extras such as internet connectivity, netflix, amazon videos, etc.The only bad thing is that the local delivery company was inept and took over 10 days to deliver the product after they received it.
size
50"
73"
65"
VIERA GT30 by c|net (Apr, 2011)We performed a hands-on evaluation of the 50-inch Panasonic TC-P50GT30, but this review also applies to the other screen sizes in the series.
thickness
VIERA GT30 by M.-panah--Sassonic (Jun, 2011)One of the best things about this set, is IT'S JUST AS THIN AS AN LED!!! So throw the LED thiness advantage out the window because the Panasonic GT series is super thin!
VIERA GT30 by Jay (May, 2012)The TV is incredibly light and thin, I was actually quite shocked how thin it was.
Performance Real world tests of Panasonic VIERA GT30
power consumption
VIERA GT30 by c|net (Apr, 2011)We did not test the power consumption of this size in the Panasonic TC-PGT30 series, but we did test the 50-inch model.
black levels
VIERA GT30 by tye-tye24 (Sep, 2011)I got this tv three days ago and so far i have to say i am extremely satisfied with it,first the 2d picture is top notch deep black level and just overall excellent.
VIERA GT30 by J.-Caruso--jac4523 (Feb, 2012)If you are interested in a close to top of the line unit (couldn't justify the extra $500 for the VT30) that has fantastic black levels for movie viewing and can handle fast action sports, this is definitely the unit for you.
contrast ratio
VIERA GT30 by Tech-Guy (May, 2012)Colors are bright and accurate, good contrast ratio, and excellent blacks.
VIERA GT30 by S.-Peterson (Jul, 2011)With this set, the picture is sharper, colors are more natural, and dark scenes pull amazing detail because of the black levels and contrast ratio.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Amazon Instant Video, Netflix, YouTube -
Picasa -
Napster, Pandora -
Facebook, Twitter -
AVCHD, MPEG2 -
AAC, LPCM, MP3 -
JPEG -
2:2 Pulldown @ 48Hz -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
supports professional calibration to achieve the most accurate color reproduction -
VIERA Link -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
3 -
access streaming content over the Internet -
0.1521/0.06 -
easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
built-in, 802.11n -
0.2996/0.59 -
4 -
1 -
1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution -
1 -
1,200 lines -
1 -
1 -
83.06% -
34.8 mm
cons
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1.92 -
TY-EW3D2SU, 161 dollars -
399 Watts -
only proprietary remote controls can control the TV -
0.6315/0.34 -
60 Hz -
None
Reviews Word on the street
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 |  Rated by 262 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by Jedi4knight (Jul, 2011) Rated 80% by by Jedi4knight (Jul, 2011) Rated 80% by by Poise--Kaknowledge (Apr, 2012) |
Panel
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by S.-UherSo far I have watched Avatar and Despicable Me in 3D and was impressed with the 3D picture, but was skeptical at first.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by Scott (Dec, 2011)All 3 movies had excellent 3D performance on this TV, but Avatar 3D was absolutely amazing!!! Avatar 3D is the standard by which all 3D movies should be made.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by flyme2 (Dec, 2011)And oh yeah the 3D is incredible, both 3D blu ray and DirectTv broadcast were unbelievable.
Picture quality
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by Doug (Aug, 2011)It has a killer picture quality, deep dark blacks, excellent fine detail, lag free gaming, nice motion handling, decent online apps with an included wireless dongle and a superior build quality to top it off...absolutely first rate.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by G.-Truskett (Oct, 2011)It is so clear and the sound is great.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 40% by by Bucs-Anthem (Jul, 2011)The great thing about it, is that your colors look natural and so does the picture.
3d
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 80% by by Kevin-Hickman (Apr, 2012)The 3D effects are cool so far (I have only watched ESPN 3D so far).
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 80% by by William-Hartin-Jr--WesArt (Sep, 2011)Purchased this HDTV which is a 3D model even though I may never use the 3D feature, because the reviews were good on picture quality.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 60% by by Wesley-A.-Kaake--JCandTheJuice (Apr, 2011)Even some of the 2D-3D conversion was great, with less crosstalk and ghosting than in regular 3D mode.
Type
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by Regular-Joe (Feb, 2012)As far a picture quality goes plasma isn't as bright as LCD so it took a little getting used to.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by r_fuselier (Aug, 2011)From the moment I unpacked my 50" Plasma (TC-P50GT30) from Panasonic I was impressed by its quality of construction.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 80% by by J.-Blake-Marshall---Blake-Marshall (Feb, 2012)Panasonic has built in a great plasma television with the TC-P55GT30 (it completely blows away my old 60hz Samsung LCD in terms of picture quality and performance); however, if you're an avid gamer, there are some important issues with using a plasma that you should be aware of.
Content
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by R.-Price (Oct, 2011)It is so sharp that I can actually see differences in quality between Blu-Ray discs (CGI based movies and Avatar 3D, also heavy in CGI, receive the gold medal thus far).
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 80% by by Michael-Aman--goodbro1 (Nov, 2011)Bluray movies are amazing.
Panasonic VIERA GT30 50" | Rated 100% by by E.-Artman--Rodin (Jul, 2011)Even when standing only a few feet from this tv text displayed by the PS3 or a PS3 game is surprisingly crisp.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series Highest contrast ratio Sony BRAVIA XBR HX929 Series vs Panasonic VIERA GT30 |
 | 2 | Panasonic VIERA VT30 Most even colors at default settings VT30 65" vs GT30 50" |
 | 3 | Sony HX850 Thinnest Sony HX850 vs Panasonic VIERA GT30 |
 | 4 | Panasonic VIERA UT50 5-way tie: Supports Skype UT50 55" vs GT30 50" |
 | 5 | Panasonic VIERA PZ850U 5-way tie: OK HDMI ports PZ850U 50" vs GT30 50" |
| | 6 | Samsung 550 Series 7-way tie: Supports 3D Samsung 550 Series vs Panasonic VIERA GT30 |
 | 7 | Mitsubishi 733 Series Biggest screen Mitsubishi 733 Series vs Panasonic VIERA GT30 |
 | 8 | Panasonic Viera ST50 Darkest blacks Viera ST50 vs VIERA GT30 |
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