
The HONEST TRUTH about the Pioneer PRO-FDH1
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Pioneer's PRO-FHD1 isn't for everyone.
As the first 50-inch plasma display to have a native resolution of 1080p--in other words, 1,920x1,080 pixels--it understandably costs a mint ($8,000 list). As a monitor, as opposed to a "true" TV, it lacks niceties such as built-in speakers, a tuner (ATSC or otherwise), or even an included stand. And as a member of Pioneer's "Elite" subbrand, it includes picture-centric features, such as user-menu color temperature and primary color adjustments, which most users won't know what to do with.
But if you're willing to pay top dollar for the best 50-inch plasma on the market right now, look no further. Compared to the Panasonic TH-50PF9UK, the other current 50-inch 1080p plasma, the Pioneer delivers slightly better picture quality at a more-than-slight price increase. Although it's a bit too expensive to be considered my favorite pick in this category, the Pioneer PRO-FHD1 delivers the best picture quality of any television I've tested in the last year.
Although its price puts it out of reach for most buyers, the Pioneer PRO-FHD1 delivers the best picture quality I've tested this year.
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