Which Plasma TV is better between Samsung and LG?

Question

Hi guys, I'm going to buy HD TV at Futureshop.

I couln't decide which one is better for me.

Could you guys tell me which one is better?

Thanks.

Samsung 42" PN42A450

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0770HDS0010100028&catid=

LG 42" 42PG20

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0770HDS0010100251&catid=

Answer 1

Some manufacturers have stopped making plasmas all together.  Why?  Reliability--cost of repair etc.  Hitachi lost tons of money on their flat panel division (plasmas only)

http://www.forbes.com/markets/feeds/afx/...

You'll notice that Hitachi is partnering with Matsushita (Panasonic) to make LCD's

Panasonic Plasmas have a very nice picture but are expensive to repair when out of warranty.  Most common problem is the DG circuit board---part cost $5-600  plus labor.

Answer 2

I would say none of the above,  I would buy the panasonic.  You'll have no problems with panasonic as opposed to samsung or lg plasmas.  Specially with the burn in image retention issues, samsung and lg are the worst tv's to burn in and retain images.  I love my panasonic plasma and never had a problem with it yet. And as for futureshop, I'd go to audiotronic if you have one near you. Just print the ad and take to audiotronic and they will price match and give you an extra discount. Much less hassles with audiotronic and no customer complaints as opposed to futureshop.

eta-  i would go with this tv instead. you won't regret it.

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddet...

Answer 3

"Better" is all relative.  If you want the most accurate television (deepest blacks) from these two, the Samsung is far superior.  LG is learning the market now.  Samsung has begun to figure out the market and they are bringing better products to consumers.

Answer 4

Samsung 42" PN42A450

$881.00 free shipping and no taxes

http://www.buydig.com/shop/basket.aspx?s...

Answer 5

This is BS LG that you chose. Go with LG 50PC5D 50 in. 720p Flat Panel Plasma HDTV for only $949. I think it is an awesome deal for awesome TV.

Check out the prices over here: http://www.caseyequip.com/search.php?key...

Rating is 4 stars, but I would give it 5 stars, excellent picture quality and no problems at all. LG is the best!

Good luck!