Pros: This is the best 50" set in it's price range, especially when you factor in Panasonic reliability and picture quality. I researched for a little over a year before purchasing this and of course this model wasn't out when I started. Newegg free shipping got it to my door strapped to it's own pallet standing upright, the proper way, 2 days earlier than expected. I had a long personal struggle deciding between 720(768)p and 1080p and it came down to the fact that I just couldn't tell the difference at my 8-11' viewing distance. Don't let the 1080p hype fool you, it doesn't necessarily get you a better picture and 720p will still let you thouroughly enjoy the benefits of a 1080p Blu-Ray. Heat output is VERY low for this plasma. When adjusted properly it runs cooler than many LCD's. The anti-reflective coating on this unit is also very good, much better than lesser quality panels. PICTURE QUALITY!!! Amazing, very accurate colors after proper adjustments and VERY dark blacks.

Cons: Nothing major. The remote is a little cheezy and simple. There is only a coaxial digital audio out so consider that when planning your connections, I have an Onkyo TX-SR507 handling my switching so it's not a problem. It's slow to retrieve images from an SD card, about 8-10 seconds for most of mine.

Overall Review: DO NOT JUDGE PICTURE QUALITY IN THE STORE!! These don't jump out at you when they're next to the LCD's cranked up to 10 billion lumens. They aren't supposed to. They do however provide incredibly accurate colors, picture quality,black level, and brightness in the average home setting. This particular model has slightly excessive green saturation out of the box (many people would never know) but if you search the popular audio/video forums you will find the free easy fix that gets the picture very close to what a $300 calibration would cost you and matches the current top-of-the-line displays. This is the absolute best bang for your buck on the market right now if you are concerned about the difference between a good picture and a great picture. I had my reservations about how an entry level set at this price could compare but I'm completely satisfied.

Pros: TV looks breathtaking. Easy to setup and scan for digital channels. Lots of inputs in the back. DVD's even look tremendous with an upscaling player.

Cons: Heavy.... but things get heavy when they are full of awesome.

Overall Review: Shipping was much faster than I anticipated. Estimated delivery was the 27th and it arrived on the 21st! I was not expecting that. This tv is a great value... sure it's only 720p but you really would have a hard time telling any difference with this set and a 1080p version. Take the 500 bucks you save and buy a nice home theatre audio system!

Pros: great picture no matter what you are viewing 720 or 1080 or standard tv. PS3 looks great. Screen size a big plus. Better picture than friends sony dlp, philips lcd, and hp lcd all 1080p tvs. Handle fast motion great. Sdcard slot a great positive. TV speakers sound great. Easy to set up

Cons: Some image retension with ps3 wallpaper but goes away quickly post break in period. Not many menu options and remote feels cheap. TV gives off alot of heat like a space heater. The delivery guy was no help getting it into house just left it at doorstep.

Overall Review: The best picture quality I have seen anywhere. Very light only 70lbs. The heat it gives off seams scary but have not had any issues. Cannot say enough about PQ i was amazed for the price and lack of settings. Would recommend to anyone. Would of paid more given PQ. Probally my best purchase ever.

Pros: The color of this TV is outstanding!! I don't know how Newegg did it, it arrives at my door less than 5 days I placed my order.

Cons: None

Pros: As others have stated, great TV. Also great price. I don't spend every waking moment watching TV so 720p is just fine for me. I like the vivid picture setting. On some live sports stuff you need to dial it down some. Sound seems fine to me. I have really been impressed.

Cons: Again, as others have stated, the only audio out option is optical so if you have an older surround receiver you will not be able to run the sound out to it.

Pros: Excellent picture with very little initial tweeking needed. I have had this TV for 2 weeks & the picture has only gotten better & better. Easy set-up & controls. Did I mention the excellent picture?!? Absolutely no complaints here so far.

Cons: The only con for me is that I waited so long to pull the trigger on this deal.

Overall Review: Excellent service & delivery from Newegg. I have spent the better part of a year doing my homework about the new TV's. Comparing many models,sizes,& resolutions just about drove me nuts,but I kept coming back to this TV. My big fear was that I would be sorry I chose 720p instead of 1080p. Fear not,folks! The reviews of this unit are right on the money when they say that there just is NOT a very big difference from 1080p. Save yourself some money...you wont regret it!

Pros: This Panasonic TV is an excellent value. I can't think of a reason to spend more if you're looking for an entry level HD set. Excellent Picture right out of the box. Set up was quick and easy. I have it hooked up to my satellite with HDMI and the picture qualilty is stunning. My son's PS3 looks amazing, and there is a convenient HDMI input right on the left side of the TV, which makes hooking up the PS3 a breeze. Shipping was excellent and very quick. I placed the order on the 7th, and the set was at my home in WA. on the 11th. Just amazing.

Cons: The remote is not very well designed. The Vieralink buttons are HUGE but the menu button (something I'll actually use) is small and all the way up by the power button. The built in speakers could be better, but most folks, myself included have surround sound systems so its not really an issue.

Overall Review: This is my first HD set. I have seen many of my friend's HDTVs and honestly, I cannot see any difference in sharpness between 1080 and this tv. Newegg's Price was the best I could find. Combine that with free shipping and no sales tax and I saved over 350 bucks! If you are thinking of making the jump to HD, do yourself a favor and order this set. You won't be disappointed.

Pros: As others have also done, I debated about the 720p vs the 1080p. I have no regrets at all. I would rate this TV with 5 eggs even if it had been several hundred dollars more expensive. The contrast absolutely kills any LCD out there and the viewing angle is always better with Plasma. The TV was easy to set up and as always arrived quickly and in good condition. Overall i would say the construction of this unit is better than most LCD TVs I've seen. That includes an actual GLASS front, not the plastic easily scratched front of a LCD. The base doesnt rotate, but its also far more sturdy than most. I've been running an anti-image retention DVD on it for 2 days straight and it hasnt gotten hot at all. The fans on the back are barely audible when standing right next to the unit. 720p is NOT a con and when sitting next to my roommate's 42 inch 1080p Panasonic Plasma, I can barely notice a difference even on Blu-Ray playback using HDMI.

Cons: As others have noted, there arent a ton of options on the menu. The vivid option makes thigns look kind of neon. Also not a ton of connectors on the back, but more than enough for your HTPC (thru HDMI), BD player, reciever and otehr typical gadgets.

Overall Review: If you are on the fence about the 720p, dont be. For the dollar, this is the best value currently listed on the site.