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The Vizio VP504F is a 50" Plasma HDTV from Vizio's VP Series for 2008. The unit is a step up from the VP503 since it features a native resolution of 1080p and a 30,000:1 contrast ratio to provide full high definition graphics with vibrant color reproduction. It also utilizes a Silicon Optix REON HQV chip to upscale the quality of standard definition closer to HD. The VP504F has dual built-in 10-watt speakers to provide accompanying stereo sound. It comes equipped with a variety of inputs including composite, component, S-Video, VGA, and four HDMI inputs. The VP504F has a suggested retail price of $1500 and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
MSRP $1,500.00
Release date June, 2008
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Features/Specs
- 50" Plasma HDTV
- Silicon Optix REON HQV chip
- 1080p Full HD resolution
- 30,000:1 Contrast Ratio
- 1000 cd/m2 Brightness
- Built-in 10-watt Speakers
- 178-Degree Viewing Angle
- 60,000 Hour Lamp Life
- Integrated ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM Tuner
- Energy Star Compliant
- Comes with HDMI cable
- Inputs: 4 x HDMI, 1 x S-Video, 1 x Composite, 1 x RF, 1 x Component, 1 x VGA
- 1 year limited warranty
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MSRP $1,499.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- 1080p
- PC input
- no glossy finish - helps keep reflection/glare low
Cons
- older 60Hz refresh rate - poor for 24 fps films, or media with lots of motion
- slow input source switching delay
- ugly/distracting lower bezel
Vizio VP504F
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Sony BRAVIA KDL-42V4100
MSRP $1,599.00
Released August, 2008
The ViewSonic N5230p is a high-end 52" LCD television designed to provide more advanced features at an affordable price. It is more specifically targeted towards the average electronic consumer. The N5230 features first and foremost full 1080p high definition support with a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 and a dynamic contrast ratio of...
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ViewSonic N5230p
MSRP $1,699.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- high contrast levels vs. LCD
- large size
- attractive
- great picture quality
Cons
- 720p
- limited inputs - no dedicated PC input
Vizio VP504F
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Samsung PN50A450
MSRP $1,699.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- very large size
- inexpensive
Vizio VP504F
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Panasonic Viera TH-50PX80U
Reviews
June 10, 2009
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Pros
- backlit remote control
- large screen size
- no fans
- great value
- thin and attractive bezel
- PC input
- 1080p
- affordable price
Cons
- remote is large and slightly slow to react
- conflicting reports about whether or not the set will include the Silicon Optix REON HQV chip (reduces digital cable/satellite noise caused by compression) - it does not
- difficult or impossible to find
- no fans mean the set gets pretty hot
- speakers are horrible
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This product is also known as:
VP, 504, F, VP504, 504F, VP504F