If you thought 3D TVs were going to be exceedingly costly, you’re in for a surprise.

“3D is going to be so expensive!” say the format’s detractors. Panasonic’s taken a bit of wind out of that argument though, since their new 3D televisions are set to release at a price that can only be described as reasonable.

The Japanese launch of Panasonic’s new sets was expected to reflect the price seen on the US market, but the company has us surprised. Their 50” VT25 plasma will be sold for $2,500. As a kit with 3D glasses and a 3D Blu-ray player it’ll run right around $3,000. Presumably, this also means we’ll start seeing Panasonic’s 3D BD players hitting shelves this week too.

The new sets will start showing up in Best Buy stores on Wednesday, with over 1,000 stores in the US getting them in the long run. There’s no information as to what they’ll be showing on the screens, but I’d be willing to bet on blue aliens.

Three grand isn’t exactly chump change, but it’s a far cry from the tens of thousands for early plasmas, and it’s safely in the ‘normal’ range for a brand new television. It may not be enough to sway anyone into the 3D camp, but the unexpected price point could mean good things for the format.

Source: http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/news/show/...nese_Price/4366

I wonder, what is the price when the same/equivalent model arrive to Malaysia?

i like the size that's shown above.... what's that? 96" ??

I don't think that model is VT25 cause based on previous information, VT25 only got four screen sizes ranging from 50-inches to 65-inches.

hmmm do u think it will hit our shores anytime soon?? i was gonna buy either the LED or kuro. but if the 3d is here at a reasonable price... why not.

Let write love letter to Panasonic Malaysia to ask them.

This post has been edited by low98944: Mar 10 2010, 10:33 AM

can't wait for giant size 3D screen

Giant size come with "Giant" price.

*lining up for Elite Ronn's 55" LCD*

elite chew mana mau used items wan?

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Added on March 10, 2010, 10:45 amwhere got? report above clearly states 'REASONABLE PRICE' !!

This post has been edited by ronnt88: Mar 10 2010, 10:45 AM

Seriously if U are selling let me know k....

ok.. then we all have to hope the new panny 3D comes in quick, big & affordable

*Praying to Panny*

imho, its going to be 20k-30k+ here..prolly more.

Below is replied from Panasonic regarding availability of VT25 or equivalent model:

Greetings from Panasonic Malaysia!

We noted the contents of your email.

We regret being unable to assist you as currently we do not have any information on mentioned product. However, if and when the product is launched here, we will advertise in our website and mass media.

Kindly visit our website www.panasonic.com.my to view our latest range of products that are available in our local market and listed authorized dealers for your perusal.

Thank you.

It's as usual. The local is a bit 'dreamy' . I suppose it would be here at later stage. Maybe before Christmas and if they are early enough, maybe it'll be in time for KLIAV.

At USD3,000 as a package, my take is that it will hovers around RM13K mark or less if it hits our shore . 'Reasonable' price indeed (on behalf of elite chew)

when hit our shore..
already become tsunami price...

Lost my confidence witha panasonic already. So not going to wait for this. Samsung perhaps....

what about 3D sources? enough of those to get excited about 3D? if get 3D tv with no 3D titles, no point also right?

but if it's RM13k, for a 50inch + 3D BD player..i think its' quite a deal..considering KRP500 still selling at about RM15k mark...

wat's kuro brand eh? still confused..
visited panasonic shop, rumors saying new TV coming this April.. so i gotta wait for 1 month till the new models come out, hopefully 3D is available by then with 'reasonable' price.. kakaka

samsung led is already 10-15k...

even z series is around that range or last i saw its 23k+...

its a trend to charge a premium on latest tech...