I've been in the market for a largish HD TV for a few months and originally was attracted to the Panny G15 but reading the reviews on this site had my head turned by the 50" V10. I ordered one in November to get it in time for Christmas. Needless to say it didn't arrive and still hadn't the week before last when I cancelled the order and snapped up a 46" G15 from Costco on a great deal.
I have had it a couple of weeks and have to say I couldn't be happier with it.
The picture on the built-in freeview receiver is great and on Sky is perfectly acceptable for my viewing needs though I am going to upgrade to HD to get that extra clarity on the sport and movies. On Blue-ray it's fantastic and even watching video from YouTube via the network connection is great fun.
Now I'm not a massive videophile just a bloke who enjoys watching the footie, cricket, BBC and a few films and for my viewing this set is perfect.
There is the temptation when reading reviews on this and other sites to start worrying about the differences in performance that unless you have a very trained eye you'll never see.
I'm sure the V10 has a brillant picture but whether the extra £600 would has bought me a level of performance I would appreciate is doubtful.
So my advice would be to be honest with yourself about your viewing habits and the acuity of your eyes. You might find you're perfectly happy with a cheaper set and the money in the bank.
I have had it a couple of weeks and have to say I couldn't be happier with it.
The picture on the built-in freeview receiver is great and on Sky is perfectly acceptable for my viewing needs though I am going to upgrade to HD to get that extra clarity on the sport and movies. On Blue-ray it's fantastic and even watching video from YouTube via the network connection is great fun.
Now I'm not a massive videophile just a bloke who enjoys watching the footie, cricket, BBC and a few films and for my viewing this set is perfect.
There is the temptation when reading reviews on this and other sites to start worrying about the differences in performance that unless you have a very trained eye you'll never see.
I'm sure the V10 has a brillant picture but whether the extra £600 would has bought me a level of performance I would appreciate is doubtful.
So my advice would be to be honest with yourself about your viewing habits and the acuity of your eyes. You might find you're perfectly happy with a cheaper set and the money in the bank.