Samsung PN58B860 Plasma HDTV Review

Date: 2010.08.17 | Category: Samsung | Tags: plasma,plasma hdtv,samsung hdtv,samsung plasma,samsung tv,tv

The tip of the Line series from Samsung can brag about its image quality, as well as its accurate colors. While it is somewhat inferior to the V10 series from Panasonic is the Samsung series from 2009 is not a bad alternative. Samsung PN50B860 Sport, on the same quality you would find in the less expensive 6-series by the same manufacturer, but what makes it possible is the stylish design that you could make extra money from the pocket, provided you want to purchase the coolest plasma model on the market these days. The Samsung plasma TV has represented something more than the 850 sub-series, only by a manual option, the switch to 1080p/24 mode, and a calibration more. provides for a 50-inch plasma TV, this model is a very good performance, so if you’re willing to spend more on its 1.2-inch screen, enjoy deep, it can catch all.

Connectivity

Samsung seems to forget they create plasma TV’s in a world in which S-input connections are the norm, some have had trying to be said. The truth is that the slim design of the company for this particular model was chosen, some victims, who came with the absence of an S-video input demand. Connectivity is pretty solid, but despite this. Four HDMI inputs are located on the back, and those interested in the options presented by Samsung PN50B860 also find two USB ports, a VGA-style PC input and a component video input. One RF input for antenna /cable, an optical digital audio port and an Ethernet interface are also available to complete the set of connectivity features, this Plasma TV is equipped with.

Design

One could not simply overlooked, particularly thinking design of Samsung PN50B860. With its thin depth of only 1.2 inches, captures this plasma model of the eye, stung by its appearance when viewed from one side. There is no other plasma TVs on the market to be thinner than Samsung PN50B860, apart from the Z1-Series models from Panasonic, Samsung, but beats the heavy with a less price. Let’s say that lovers will be recommended to the sleek design for its plasma TVs, to break the Samsung PN50B860 instead of the bank to go buy the Z1 model from Panasonic. It is true that the Samsung can not be representative of the design, as proud a sheet of Panasonic V10, but its shiny frame provides a high-tech appearance that sufficient compensation in terms of design. Fans of cool design would also mention that the transparent stalk plasma screen connections to the swivel stand. His reflections in the stainless steel of the stand complement the high-tech feel, this plasma TV is.

Performance

As already mentioned, Samsung 850/860 series does not bring much improvement compared to the 6 Series in terms of performance, with the aim of looking more for the achievement of a title in the coolest design. During the 6-series can show very good performance, is the same thing available for Samsung PN50B860. With magnificent black levels – even if not the best on the market – and accurate colors, which claim nearly in a head on confrontation with the acclaimed KURO Pioneer (no longer in production) can, and reliable video processing capabilities, Samsung PN50B860 provides for a very good buy, despite the expensive price.

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Black Level

Interesting enough to notice, while Samsung is doing sports PN50B860 excellent deep levels of black, this feature falls behind other plasma screens when they try to acquire True Black. It must also be noted that the 650 model would appear from the same company, lead to better than its more expensive brother in this area. Overall, however, the differences did not seem to be fatal, and it would be to say the right thing, that black levels on Samsung PN50B860 still nice and they have good performance. The shadow detail is of course influenced by the performance of black levels, and there are scenes that determine where a trained eye that other plasma TVs were sold in the market display a better quality of shadow detail than this 50-inch Plasma TV .

Colors

If for black levels, there are some small problems worth, we should be brought to the reasonable consumer, color accuracy presents a different story. This is an area where Samsung show off color better than the current market leader in the market for plasma TV’s, Panasonic can. Samsung has PN50B860 almost perfect basic and secondary colors, which gives the picture of the aims for realism. Panasonic may have a larger saturation Deal in place, but this is one aspect that highly of his performance in black levels. All in all, the colors on the Samsung PN50B860 seen published pleasing to the eyes, on a plasma TV over the year 2009. Another thing worth mentioning is that Samsung does not colorize PN50B860 black areas and shadows with a bluish glow, as happens with other models.

Video Processing

Samsung PN50B860 has no difficulty in providing, as promised, if 1080p/24 video sources are involved. The content is displayed without problems, which corresponds to the power of the acclaimed series from Panasonic V10. The 860 model comes with a manual option for initiating the 1080p/24 mode, but the automatic conversion, available for 850 models, as well, works like a charm.

Another feature that Samsung has implemented for its top model in the series is the 600Hz motion technology subfield. If this sounds to you like the 600Hz subfield drive from Panasonic feature, you are not far off, but the truth is, they are quite different when it comes to results. Both should no motion blur issues that occur when rapidly moving scenes – like sports – are involved, can be solved, but tests have shown that Panasonic is one of the most competitive when it comes to this. The truth is, plasma TV’s usually not the movement complain blur issues, and all this buzz about 600Hz technology is intended to fight back 120Hz or 240Hz LCDs, which have to be overcome the uncertainty that appears when watching fast action scenes on their screen. Only an expert eye could tell the difference between Samsung and Panasonic, when it comes to this, as vague is not a problem for Samsung PN50B860. All in all, a model of solid video processing, with each capable of properly display 1080p, and 1080i video content.

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Standard Definition

A strong plus for Samsung PN50B860 is that it displays standard-definition content on a very good quality. Any line from such sources, like normal DVD’s is elegantly solved and noise reduction capabilities are not to be despised. Jaggies or moire artifacts are not themes for Samsung PN50B860 and that means much in a world where the HDTV supply for the display of more breathtaking scenes for all high-definition content, so a little behind the Old Faithful standard definition.

Shine

Watch your favorite shows on a plasma screen in a brightly lit room can have its drawbacks. Since plasma TVs tend to avoid reflections or glare when it shows too much light in the room included, manufacturers, Samsung, have tried to bring something new. The Plus Ultra Filter Bright filter implemented for PN50B860 Samsung has provided a pretty good job, that the blacks are not washed out to more like Panasonic as a model from 2009. But these filters can not be as efficient fight against considerations that are currently under bright lighting conditions, and that may become a distraction.

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Conclusion

Altogether there are more positive things to say, Samsung PN50B860, instead pointing out the disadvantages. It is true that the high price as a result of its sleek modern design is, and not much more power than the 6-series from Samsung. This means that you are considering buying the less expensive model if you only interested in power. On the other hand, if you intend to amaze your friends with the coolest plasma TV from the moment you go for the Samsung PN50B860. Its black levels, its accurate color and solid video processing adds only good through the high-tech design.

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