- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How they compare
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Compare with...
- Panasonic VIERA VT30
- Panasonic VIERA ST30
- Panasonic VIERA UT50
- Sony HX850
- Panasonic Viera VT50
- 55" 1080p Plasma
- 3D 60 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2012
Rated 92% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)Picture settings: Panasonic barely changed its options on the ST50 and remains one of the least-adjustable TVs on the market.
- 55" 1080p Plasma
- 3D 60 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2011
Rated 100% by by Patrick (Aug, 2011)It has great picture and the THX settings provide natural color accuracy.
Conclusion Which is better for you?
Features Key features of the Panasonic Viera ST50 compared to the VIERA GT30
“55
Plasma
Rated 92% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)The ST50 handily outperforms its predecessor, with deeper blacks, more accurate color, and an improved bright-room image.
55”
Plasma
Rated 40% by by Bucs-Anthem (Jul, 2011)The great thing about it, is that your colors look natural and so does the picture.
size
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55"
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.
Performance Real world tests of Panasonic Viera ST50 vs VIERA GT30
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.
Differences What are the advantages of each
Advantages compared to the VIERA GT30
| Much more consistent calibrated gamma | 2.14 | vs | 1.92 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6x more consistent calibrated gamma | |||
| Is DLNA DMR | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; other devices can control the TV; better for home automation | |||
| Significantly more highly reviewed by consumers | 92% | vs | 83.06% |
| More than 10% more highly reviewed by consumers | |||
| Lighter | 32,477 g | vs | 37,512 g |
| Around 15% lighter | |||
Advantages compared to the Viera ST50
| Has native 24p support | 2:2 Pulldown @ 48Hz | vs | None |
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| Very few TVs have native 24p support | |||
| Supports ISFccc | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; supports professional calibration to achieve the most accurate color reproduction | |||
| Supports Skype | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room | |||
| More USB ports | 3 | vs | 2 |
| 1 more USB ports | |||
| More D-Sub inputs | 1 | vs | 0 |
| 1 more D-Sub inputs; great for hooking up to a computer | |||
| More HDMI ports | 4 | vs | 3 |
| 1 more HDMI ports | |||
| More RF inputs | 1 | vs | 0 |
| 1 more RF inputs | |||
Reviews Word on the street
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Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Panasonic VIERA VT30 Biggest screen |
 | 2 | Panasonic VIERA ST30 Most even colors at default settings |
 | 3 | Panasonic VIERA UT50 Darkest blacks |
 | 4 | Sony HX850 Most composite A/V ports |
 | 5 | Panasonic Viera VT50 4-way tie: Most USB ports |
 | 6 | Panasonic Viera GT50 3-way tie: Is DLNA DMR |
 | 7 | LG PM6700 2-way tie: Has a VESA mount |
 | 8 | Panasonic VIERA U50 5-way tie: OK optical audio outputs |
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