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Panasonic TC-54G25 or Samsung PN58C550?

Hi,

I have seen the samsung but not the panasonic. Has anyone had chance to compare them? I like the size of the samsung and the picture but I understand the thx mode on the panny is great! My only concern was that there were issues with the 2009 panny models losing their black depth over a year’s time. The new models have not been out long enough to see if this is still an issue. I also wonder if the 4” size difference would matter? Anyway, look forward to hearing y’alls opinion.
Joe in Mobile
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longhornguy
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I think the G25 is superior quality to the 550.

However, I do believe the additional 4" makes a noticeable difference.

Hometheatermag.com has reviewed a G25 and kept it on for over 1000 hours and has shown no loss of black levels in their controlled environment (variables are constant for higher accuracy).

However, I believe floating blacks may be more of an issue than the rising blacks in panny's.

I am looking at purchasing a Samsung C6400 plasma myself (costco)
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