Samsung PN58B650

Though experts say some other plasma TVs offer black levels that are deeper, most applaud the picture quality produced by Samsung's B650 series, including the 58-inch Samsung PN58B650. Color accuracy is a strong point, and images are described as well saturated and lifelike. Most must-have features are here, including a setting that displays 24 frames-per-second (fps) Blu-ray Discs with maximum smoothness. Interactive features largely rely on Yahoo! Widgets, which are sluggish compared to what's found on some sets from other makers. A 50-inch screen size is also available. Although overall picture quality is excellent, users who want the most cinematic experience should consider the Panasonic Viera TC-P54G10 (*Est. $1,600) or Panasonic Viera TC-P58V10 (*Est. $2,700), which sport blacks that are deeper and richer.

The most in-depth review of the 58-inch Samsung PN58B650 can be found at CNET, which does a nice job describing highs and lows based on the site's extensive testing of a smaller set in the same series. ConsumerReports.org also includes the PN58B650 in its latest update. While there's not much user feedback available, the TV is the subject of some discussion at AVSForum.com. You can read a handful of user reports at Amazon.com.