friends,

i am travelling to malaysia for 4 days. i am exploring option to buy tv there. i do not know which place to buy from (cheaper and safe transaction). Not looking for 3d tv.

Considering to buy plasma - Samsung or Panasonic.
Inches - 42 inch
Watching standard cable signal (not sure about quality of HD satellite connections)
Not too much into gaming
I am planning to carry it in flight and hence weight is an issue. Is samsung plasma lighter than panasonic? I have a samsung wave phone and think it can interact better with a samsung tv than panasonic.
Budget - 2.5k and lesser
If anyone has idea about difference between Samsung plasma and Panasonic Plasma please elaborate. If there is no big difference like to go for samsung.

Lastly, will the seller assist me in packing the tv well to withstand the flight travel?