Samsung PN50C490 50-Inch 720p Plasma 3D HDTV
Get a true cinematic experience without going to the cinema with a Samsung3D plasma HDTV. This Samsung PN50C490, with Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio makes sure every frame is saturated with dense, rich color. Samsung is also ENERGY STAR compliant so you are assured that your 50 -inch plasma HDTV is helping the environment by using less enery while saving you money.
Samsung PN50C490 50-Inch 720p Plasma 3D HDTV Features
- ConnectShare Movie
- 3D
- Anynet+(HDMI CEC)
- Mega Dynamic Contrast
Price: $989.00
User Reviews about Samsung PN50C490 50-Inch 720p Plasma 3D HDTV
We upgraded from a 48" rear-projection TV that was about 8 yrs old to this plasma model. We checked reviews elsewhere on this model, and figured we'd give it a try. The price difference between this model with 3D and a similar model without the 3D was about $200, and we wondered if the feature would be worth it. We purchased from a big-box store with a good return policy so we could try it out. Our only concerns were that the 3D capability might be a bit gimicky and the novelty would wear off; and that this model is only 720p; not 1080 like most newer models. Well, we really had nothing to worry about with this TV. There is no ghosting while watching action onscreen, like some LED/LCD models we'd looked at. The difference in definition is really not noticeable - the difference between 720 and 1080 is barely noticeable with the human eye, anyway. We watched several shows in the first few days with the mock 3D feature (a selection on the remote allows the TV to change a regular 2D show into 3D). The only issue we had was a bit of eyestrain from wearing the glasses for an hour or two. I have a heavy vision correction; this could be a factor. Another issue is that we still need to purchase more glasses for the rest of the family - the kids faces are a bit small for the adult sized glasses. They're also expensive and easily damaged. Another factor (if you're looking at cost) is that to use the 3D capability for movies, a 3D bluray player should be purchased, which is a bit more costly than a regular bluray. There are only a few 3D movies available. 3D shows on our cable company aren't available yet. We're considering switching to DirectTV, which has some 3D content already. We really like the 3D feature on this TV - the novelty hasn't worn off yet and we've been using it over a month. It really makes the whole TV watching experience more captivating. The sound quality is great - which was a bonus for us. We had a problem with glare on our other TV, since it sits in a room with a wall of windows. This TV has a bit of glare, but not as much as we'd expected. The ability to swivel on the stand is a huge help in preventing the glare while watching in some parts of the room. All in all, this is a really good TV at a great price - and the 3D feature just puts it over the top. -- Fabulous 3D - Great Price!
Was really excited when this tecnology started to hit the stores, went to see it live and was hooked right off the bat, got it home setup was easy good manual and our local cable service has 6 or 7 3d movies ready to watch and presto what a sight, out of the screen effects were great make sure while watching you select picture adjust it auto sets the 3d so you get optimal depth and clarity. tried 2d to 3d on regular hd channels and was pleasently surprised. and lets not forget about the normal 2d this tv has one of the best pictures i have seen, any angle looks right on and the white levels are great for a plasma. i know its 720p but you can still set all your gaming and dvd settings up to 1080p its still works. -- AWESOME BUY DON'T HESITATE
Been in the market for a new Master Bedroom HDTV since our 30" HD CRT broke (yay!). Been following this model (PN50C490) since it was announced recently. I found a great deal at a local B&M store the week this was released (2 free pair of 3D glasses included) for the same price as elsewhere. I've been watching this plasma for over a week, and just love it!
We feed it HD service from DirecTV and it looks stunning. Realistic colors and very dark blacks, no ghosting on sports (it is a plasma after all), and we love the upgrade in the size (30" to 50") as viewed from 12-15 feet away in bed. The 2D picture quality beats the old CRT and even our main DLP set in the family room. DirecTV has a few 3D channels, so those were demoed immediately. The X-Games replay looked awesome. I think most sports are recorded in 720p anyway, so there was no loss of quality on this 720p set. I was able to watch the football games this weekend in a pseudo 3D upscale (I'm calling it 2.5D). It certainly did something to the picture, and I liked it. It really added some depth that made the game more enjoyable to watch. Not quite as good as a proper 3D broadcast or actually being there in person, but given the little bit of 3D programming available, the 2.5D conversion was pretty impressive and worked on demand.
No eye strain noticed when wearing the glasses as I was able to watch 3 hours of football without issue. Waiting for the PS3 firmware update to try some 3D Blu-rays on this set, but I don't think that there will be any issues in the 720p versus 1080p resolutions. I'll try to post an update on PS3 3D gaming impressions as well (which Sony limits to 720p anyway). Overall, I am VERY impressed with the 2D quality of this set. Love the size improvement for our master bedroom given our viewing distances. And both 2.5D and 3D viewing was great at 720p. From what I have seen, there is nothing to worry about this set not being 1080p. Just pull the trigger, buy it, and enjoy the money you'll be saving over the competition. -- Great 2D, 2.5D, and 3D performance for a nice price...
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