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Plasma televisions and LCD TVs are both capable of delivering a relatively big picture within a thin case, but there are some differences between them.

Plasma TVs were once mainly available in 42-inch and 50-inch screen sizes, but larger sizes are now becoming more common. If you want something smaller than 42 inches, look to LCD televisions, which come in a much wider range of sizes. In 42-inch and 50-inch sizes, plasma had been less expensive than LCD, but that gap has greatly closed -- and in the case of 1080p resolution displays (currently the highest possible resolution), LCD is now the better value.

Experts still say that neither plasma nor LCD can quite equal the image you'd get from a conventional CRT-based HDTV. However, CRT TVs top out at about 32 inches, and they are both bulky and heavy. But while they might be thin, be aware that plasma TVs are still quite heavy, often requiring professional installation (for wall mounts) and good venting to keep them from overheating. LCD TVs weigh less, but they're still cumbersome to mount on a wall.

Plasma TVs are known for their better ability to display dark colors as compared to LCD TVs. This makes them a good choice for movie watching where dark scenes are common, and it's the reason why most reviewers say plasma is a better choice for a home theater. LCD TVs appear brighter, but they don't usually display details in shadowy areas as well. If your room is brightly lit, an LCD TV may be a better choice. That's because plasma TVs can sometimes look washed out in a bright room, and they often have problems with reflections and glare. The latest plasma screens have anti-reflection or anti-glare coatings, helping them better cope with ambient light. Reviewers also say that the best LCD TVs are beginning to catch up to plasma TVs in their ability to display deep blacks and good shadow detail.

Plasma TV screens have wider viewing angles than LCD flat-panel televisions. That means you can sit at more of an angle and still get the best picture. With most TV technologies, including plasma TV, the picture stays the same from virtually any angle. With LCD TVs, however, sitting too far to one side will result in a loss of brightness. In addition, LCD televisions can sometimes have problems with moving images. That's because it takes longer for LCD pixels to switch color than for plasma pixels to change. However, according to reviews, that is becoming less of a problem in the latest LCD TVs.

You may have heard of an issue called "burn-in" with plasma TVs. If you leave the same image on the screen too long, there is a small risk of it being etched permanently into the screen, creating a lasting impression. Text "crawls" across the bottoms of news stations and network logos are particular problems. New technology, however, reduces the risk of burn-in, and analysts at PC Magazine say that burn-in is no longer a concern. LCD TVs have no burn-in risk.

Plasma TV panels contain a gas that loses brightness over time. Because of that, some buyers have been concerned about the life expectancy of a plasma TV. However, the latest sets have panels that are rated to last up to 60,000 hours before they lose half their brightness, which translates to over 20 years if you watch TV eight hours a day. Clearly, most buyers will have long since replaced their TVs before the plasma panel wears out.

Virtually all plasma TVs today are HD (high definition), with screen resolutions of 1024 x 768 or 1024 x 1024 (for 42-inch TVs) or 1366 x 768 pixels (for 50-inch and larger TVs). While that's still not quite enough to do 1080i HDTV full justice, all the models can easily handle 720p, which is the other commonly used HDTV standard. Full-resolution (1920 x 1080) plasma displays are also now becoming more available in sizes ranging from 42 to 65 inches.

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