Panasonic S1 vs. U1 - Blu-ray Forum

bighouse · 12-09-2009, 03:41 PM

What are the differences between these two sets. All I see is the U1 has a native 30000:1 contrast ration and the S1 has a 40000:1 contrast ratio.

Right now I am seeing deals on the U1 50 inch for around 800 so is it worth it to spend the extra and get the S1?

Dynamo of Eternia · 12-09-2009, 04:08 PM

Some of the S1 models are actually cheaper on Amazon right now than the U1 models, which is interesting.

Makes me wonder if there is a catch.

dobyblue · 12-09-2009, 04:14 PM

The S1 uses the NeoPDP 2009 panel, the U1 uses last year's panel with this year's technology (600Hz, etc.)
That's why the S1 acheives 1080 motion resolution, the U1 is around 900/1080.

Shades of gradation:
S1 - 6,144
U1 - 5,120

Worth the upgrade? That's up to you.

Dynamo of Eternia · 12-09-2009, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dobyblue

The S1 uses the NeoPDP 2009 panel, the U1 uses last year's panel with this year's technology (600Hz, etc.)
That's why the S1 acheives 1080 motion resolution, the U1 is around 900/1080.

Shades of gradation:
S1 - 6,144
U1 - 5,120

Worth the upgrade? That's up to you.

How does the G10 compare to both of these?

dobyblue · 12-09-2009, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Dynamo of Eternia

How does the G10 compare to both of these?

G10 also has the new NeoPDP panel, but has more inputs including a PC input which the S1 doesn't have, more options including a THX setting, 48Hz mode, better black levels.

Dynamo of Eternia · 12-09-2009, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dobyblue

G10 also has the new NeoPDP panel, but has more inputs including a PC input which the S1 doesn't have, more options including a THX setting, 48Hz mode, better black levels.

Aweome! Thanks! I think the G10 is the one I am setting my sights on.

maytrix0 · 12-10-2009, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by bighouse

Right now I am seeing deals on the U1 50 inch for around 800 so is it worth it to spend the extra and get the S1?

Yes. Trust me. Do NOT get any U series Panny. You might as well hang a mirror on your wall.

I have the 46S1 and its awesome!

bighouse · 12-10-2009, 03:01 AM

Ok, Thanks guys you gave me all the info I needed to help make up my mind. I will probably get the S1 either 42 or 46 in the next week or two.

12-09-2009, 03:41 PM	#1
bighouse Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009	Panasonic S1 vs. U1 What are the differences between these two sets. All I see is the U1 has a native 30000:1 contrast ration and the S1 has a 40000:1 contrast ratio. Right now I am seeing deals on the U1 50 inch for around 800 so is it worth it to spend the extra and get the S1?

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12-09-2009, 04:08 PM	#2
Dynamo of Eternia Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 4K collection:335 Blu-ray collection:1857 DVD collection:1573 Trading Score:3	Some of the S1 models are actually cheaper on Amazon right now than the U1 models, which is interesting. Makes me wonder if there is a catch.

12-09-2009, 04:14 PM	#3
dobyblue Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jul 2006 Location:Ontario, Canada Home Theater Gallery:71 4K collection:55 Blu-ray collection:655 Blu-ray reviews: 15	The S1 uses the NeoPDP 2009 panel, the U1 uses last year's panel with this year's technology (600Hz, etc.) That's why the S1 acheives 1080 motion resolution, the U1 is around 900/1080. Shades of gradation: S1 - 6,144 U1 - 5,120 Worth the upgrade? That's up to you.

12-10-2009, 03:01 AM	#8
bighouse Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009	Ok, Thanks guys you gave me all the info I needed to help make up my mind. I will probably get the S1 either 42 or 46 in the next week or two.

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