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Samsung SPN4235

Samsung SPN4235
Samsung PN42B450

Samsung PN42B450
Samsung PN50B650
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Panasonic TC-P42S1
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Panasonic TC-P42S1
Samsung HP-S4253
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Samsung HP-S4253
Price $899.99 $599.95 to $699.99 $1,039.00 to $1,499.99 $745.00 to $1,199.99 Check Prices
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Release date April 15, 2003 March 01, 2009 May 01, 2006
The Bottom Line This flat-panel plasma offers plenty of features at a good price, but its image quality falls flat, too. Samsung's PNB650 series can't quite match the best plasmas on the market, but it comes close enough to offer a viable alternative. With deep black levels and generally excellent picture quality, the more eco-friendly Panasonic TC-PS1 series of plasma TVs strikes an appealing price/performance balance. Although the Samsung HP-S4253's glossy black styling and numerous inputs work in its favor, its issues with picture quality lessen its value.
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Features
Sound EffectsInfo unavailableSRS TruSurround HD
SRS TruSurround HD
Info unavailableSRS TruSurround XT
Supported Flash Memory CardsInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableSD Memory Card
Info unavailable
Multi-channel PreviewSplit screen
Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Info unavailablePicture-in-picture (PIP)
Info unavailableSplit screen
Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Analog TV TunerNTSC
Info unavailableInfo unavailableNTSC
NTSC
Weight68.3 lbs
61.3 lbs
84.2 lbs
59.5 lbs
88.2 lbs
Image Aspect Ratio16:9
16:9
Info unavailable16:9
16:9
Digital TV TunerInfo unavailableQAM
ATSC
QAM
ATSC
QAM
ATSC
ATSC
HDMI Ports QtyInfo unavailable3
4
3
2
USB PortInfo unavailableYes , 1 port(s)
Yes , 2 port(s)
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Resolution852 x 480
1024 x 768
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1024 x 768
Motion Enhancement TechnologyInfo unavailableInfo unavailable600Hz sub-field driving
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Sound Output ModeStereo
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo
Analog Video FormatNTSC
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Speaker SystemInfo unavailableInfo unavailable2 speakers
2 speakers
2 speakers
Manufacturer Warranty2 years warranty
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Enclosure ColorCharcoal gray
Black
Info unavailableInfo unavailableBlack
RadioInfo unavailableNone
None
None
Info unavailable
Country KitsNorth America
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Environmental StandardsInfo unavailableYes
Yes
Yes
Info unavailable
Stereo Reception SystemMTS
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableMTS
DVDNone
None
None
None
None
Dimensions (WxDxH)40.4 in x 3.1 in x 24.8 in
41.7 in x 12.4 in x 28.4 in - With stand
48.4 in x 11.4 in x 32.2 in - With stand
40.6 in x 12.9 in x 28 in - With stand
41.5 in x 13.4 in x 30.1 in - With stand
PowerInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableAC 120 V
AC 120 V
BatteryNone
None
None
None
Info unavailable
Remote ControlUniversal remote control - Infrared
Standard remote control - infrared - Infrared
Remote control - Infrared
Standard remote control - infrared - Infrared
Universal remote control - Infrared
VCRNone
None
None
None
None
TechnologyPlasma (PDP) - Real Flat
Plasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Diagonal Size42 in - Widescreen
42.3 in - Widescreen
50 in - Widescreen
42 in - Widescreen
42 in - Widescreen
Digital Television CertificationEDTV monitor
HDTV
HDTV
HDTV
HDTV
Progressive ScanInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableProgressive scanning (line doubling)
Info unavailable
HDCP CompatibleInfo unavailableYes
Yes
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Additional FeaturesInfo unavailableUltraslim design
Ultra FilterBright anti-glare technology
CinemaSmooth technology
Medi@2.0
USB 2.0
ToC design
Internet TV
Anti-reflective filter
SD memory card slot
Viera link
Viera cast
Viera tools
Info unavailable
Display Format480p
Info unavailable1080p
1080p
720p
PC InterfaceDVI
VGA (HD-15)
USB
VGA (HD-15)
VGA (HD-15)
Info unavailableVGA (HD-15)
DVRInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
Info unavailable
Video InterfaceS-Video
Component
Composite
HDMI
Component
Composite
HDMI
Component
Composite
HDMI
S-Video
Component
Composite
HDMI
S-Video
Component
Composite
Product DescriptionSamsung SPN4235 - 42 in Plasma TV
Samsung PN42B450 - 42.3 in Plasma TV
Samsung PN50B650 - 50 in Plasma TV
Panasonic TC P42S1 - 42 in Plasma TV
Samsung HP-S4253 - 42 in Plasma TV
Product TypePlasma TV
Plasma TV
Plasma TV
Plasma TV
Plasma TV
Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications
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