Panasonic 65” TH-65PF9UK

The Panasonic 65" TH-65PF9UK is the very first 1080p plasma screen to be built. Panasonic released this model not long after Sharp had released a 1080p LCD screen. The TH-65PF9UK proved to be a better designed screen than we would have thought. Most models that we have seen from Panasonic have had one problem or another with the picture quality that you would receive. Instead you will notice that all of the colors are realistic instead of being too dull or too bright.

Some models with high-def signals have a problem when trying to show the image during the dark scenes. More often than not the picture is unrecognizable, leaving you to wonder what is going on during an important part of your movie. However, we are happy to see that Panasonic has fixed this problem. During a dark scene we noticed that we could see every detail.

Panasonic has given us several modes to view what we are watching - which include standard, dynamic, cinema, and supercinema (they can be accessed through the menu). You will find the standard is always the easiest and best choice although cinema isn't so bad when watching movies or your favorite show.

The only option that most people will have a hard time with is dynamic mode. Dynamic mode will drastically change and enhance the brightness and contrast of the picture. You can only use this mode if your room is lit a certain way.

Another screen mode that you can watch in is PIP (Picture in Picture) - which allows you to watch two different pictures side by side and at the same time.

One of the unique features that this screen offers is the ability to add and arrange inputs to your direct specifications on where you want them. The screen has optional accessory cards - which means that it doesn't start off with many inputs. Some people may not mind this and will love to have the opportunity to arrange them in the way that they want. However, there are some of us out there who would prefer to have all the inputs that we need right away without having to worry about buying anything.

Panasonic has taken a risk with this feature. The inputs that it comes with are one composite, DVI, VGA 15 pin, RS232 port, and one BNC video component input.

The price range for the 65" Panasonic TH-65PF9UK is $5,700 - $8,500. It seems like a steep price - but you will get an amazing high-def picture that brilliantly shows off the colors, contrast, brightness, and dark levels that you would want from a good television.

The only downside is that you will have to spend extra money if you want to add more inputs and because it does not come with a stand or speakers you will have to spend more money on those as well if you opted to have them.