When it comes to picture quality, it is the Black level performance aspect that matters. It really adds that punch to the picture quality, delivering the crispest scenes on Television. The Pioneer Kuro PDP-5080 HD produces the darkest quality of black when it comes to plasma. The video processing mode is very smooth, along with the anti-reflective screen and a wide range of picture controls available.

The overall look of this model is pretty straightforward, with a no nonsense approach. The 50 inch screen is designed in black without many distractions, except the Pioneer logo in one corner. When you go closer and look from top to bottom, you notice the band of silver but as a viewer seated right in the front, you notice only the black. In the front there is a detachable speaker panel which is a convenient option, especially if you have kids around the house.

The remote control for the system is quite heavy and hefty, but we should also add that it is very smartly laid out. The buttons on the remote are not lit at the back, but they glow in the dark. They have cursor key rings around them, which makes it easy to navigate the buttons. The pioneer menu system is easy to use with the explanations for many controls in text.

There are many conveniences in this model of Pioneer, like the cable card for example. If you do not want the cable box, then get the cable card from your cable company and install it in the HD slot. Your Television can receive the digital channels directly. The picture in picture function gives you a side by side view, and the game mode is a special feature designed for gamers.

Pros :

The deep shade of black delivers clean images without shadows.
Noise reduction
Anti reflective screen
Removable speakers
Cable card compatibility
PC input
HDMI inputs connectivity

Cons :

Expensive
Primary color used is green which not suitable
No temperature controls
lack of user menu
less accurate color

Available for : $2,698.00