Managed to see the P50S10 just now in QBM. The reflection on the glass is really bad...especially when the image is dark.

But if U have a theater-like lighting at home should be fine.

QBM selling the P50S10K, how much?

BHB I-Anevue selling RM6399, ridiculous price.
P42S10K selling RM3999.

Comparing the X and the S series, the S series has a much better anti reflectance coating. The only difference is the X series appears as though there is no coating.

All plasmas use glass, there is bound to be reflection. Kuro is the same no difference. Panasonic X series is not that great in ARC, the S seems to be the same as any other plasma.

Not sure why there seems to be so much complaints abt the S series, it looks normal to me.

Maybe the comparisons are made in reference to LCD.

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Added on July 10, 2009, 4:53 pm

I agree. Full HD is more expensive, especially at 50in. Panasonic has made all the efforts to bring down the price of a full HD plasma. Last years 50PY850 was almost RM13k.... For those people who think it is still expensive, maybe next year it will go down more. Remember a 34in CRT was almost RM4500 just a few years ago. Now at the same price you can get a 50in 768p set.

Prices will fall every year. If you want the set, get it within your affordable means.

So from your point of view, 50S10 is better than 42S10?

In Penang, can't able to buy at this price 5.6k. I'm waiting for price to drop.

P50S10K = rm6399 in Penang

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Added on July 13, 2009, 5:13 pm

I agree with u. But what I mean is I hope the price in Penang will be same as your price, then should be good enuff.

Bros,

After months of researching and stare-ing for hours at LCD/Plasma TV. Last weekend was in the mood to buy the Panasonic THP50S. Cheapest I have found is the shop opposite Carrefour Kepong, same road as the stand alone KFC Kepong. I think the shop's name was Wing Heng or Weng Hing or something. Just go over to Kepong and check it yourself and look for the Boss name Peter.

Anyways, the price for the Panny THP50S is RM5300/- 

Was almost putting down my money on it but needed to check Desa Home Theatre Kepong as my final destination to check prices after went everywhere lah.

In the end I ended up with a Philips LCD Full HD 52inch PFL5403 clearing stock brand new for Rm 6299 with  3 year warranty and 1 year insurance.

Have compared the Panny 50X vs Panny 50S vs Philips 52 PFL5403 vs Samsung 52 8 series vs Sony 52 W series

The glare on the Panny 50X was ridiculously terrible , the Panny 50S is better at least half less glare but still glaring.(Best for evening /night /darker room viewing) Still value for money.

The philips in the other hand was equal on Astro and  better than the panny when HD content was played hence I purchase it with great expectation and in addition no glare. Again I'm the type of person who has 5X1 Terrabyte external hard drive of HD Movie etc contents and my living room has a lot of windows.

The Samsung and Sony is a lil bit bitter by around 15% when fast movement was involve but their prices are well over RM8K.

The PFL5403 is a phasing out model and going to be replaced by the 5409s. Original Price for the 52" 5403 Philips was Over RM10,000++ last year with 1 year warranty.

Give the Philips 52PFL5403 a consideration and demo before purchasing the Panny 50S.  Its the mid level model, 2 inch bigger than the panny and seriously flares better in HD content plus its a LCD. The downside thing is, its RM999 more expensive, Philips branding and advertising is not as strong in M'sia(Not glamor) and you will raise some eyebrows on people who thinks they know all about buying a plasma/LCD. Its just like buying an Audi...  At least we dont see about re-sale value here...

If you're the type who watch Astro more, go ahead buy the panny 50S with confidence.
Either way, for now the Panny 50s Plasma and the Philips 52PFL5403  is the best value for Plasma and LCD.

Reviews for the Philips I found so Far:
http://asia.cnet.com/reviews/home_av/tvs/0...3496398p,00.htm
http://asia.cnet.com/tags/philips-47pfl5403/
Word of advice, please insist for the shop to bring out the stock from their store and write down the serial number of the particular unit they bring out after you check the box. On the invoice as well record down the serial number. With that at least you know that a particular unit is available for you before delivery. At least you also feel better that they would not give you the unit on their showroom wall or do a "Legend" on you

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Added on July 21, 2009, 2:03 am

Lightning69,

Dont fall into their tricks bro, Typical Miri-ian Sales man... They will try to sumpit you, then chop your head like a headhunter, cincang you and lastly roast you while drinking tuak to close you and for you to fork out your hard earnned the money.

Any chance you have a 4X4? Always can go over to Brunei to Kuala Belait to buy your 50" Tv. Mayb its cheaper you'll never know.

I miss Miri mee merah la wei... Anyways, how's your AV getting along??? not going to upgrade from your CHT12R to a SVS PC12NSD or Plus?  

Will complement the New Philips with the PC12NSD sub once it has arrive in KEC Sg. I will be driving over to Singapore to smuggle the sub back to KL end of Aug. I hear last Sunday with SVS Ron was good. Read about it here: http://www.xtremeplace.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=64111.195
By the way, I'm an ex St. Joseph school /  Pujut 1 Boy 

I actually want to add one piece of advise, do not make your decision on the picture quality based on showroom floor. If possible, some showrooms have dedicated lower lit rooms, they are more representive of your living room.

Feels funny to have the curtains down whole morning or afternoon. Nothing like natural light into the house.

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Added on July 22, 2009, 8:34 am
A 1TB Buffalo External now cost RM330. So, RM330 x 15 = RM4950, just to store those files.

It's kind of like difficult for me.
I need to get one more hdmi converter and 'squeeze' the tv's on my cabinet only then i can post the pic 'side by side'.
Btw yesterday I watched concert in dark room. It was 'great' tho it's still in early hours of operation.
I ll try doing it over weekend when I am free.

hope it doesn't follow the bladerunner quote..

The light that burns twice as bright, burns half as long. And you have burned so very, very brightly, Roy. 

you quote as though the panny gives a worse image than even a LCD screen until like cannot enjoy it's very good PQ..   

I got quoted for rm390.. and they said its promo price.. usual price its rm700-900... kinda ridicules rite?.. 

I was wondering abt 2years extended warranty too, is it worth rm390 for it?..

Somemore that salesman slumber said "Yea, better get extended warranty, u know lar... flat-screen tvs much faster to spoil compared to tube-tvs wan... 3-5years like that"...

That kinda a remark... makes me "WTF?!"...   

Cheers