I recently got a Samsung LN46A750 LCD and while I'm very satisfied with the picture quality, I can't help but notice some backlight bleeding in the top corners.

I'm considering returning my set and replacing it for a plasma. I've looked around and two sets stand out: the Panasonic TH46PZ85 and the Samsung PN50A550. The fact that they're 300-500$ cheaper than my LCD also helps with my decision to replace my set.

Which set do you guys recommend? I see lots of recommendations for Panny sets around here but CNET seems to have given a better review to the Samsung.

Thanks!

Samsung 550:
Color

Panny 85u:
Blacks
A little brighter

Up to you what's more important.

Thanks. Any other opinions? I only have a few more days left to return my TV.

Panny 50pz80u a little over $1200.

Sammy 550

BB is having a deal this weekend on the Sammy PN50A510, which is there version of the 550 with 1 less HDMI(not sure if any other differences). Anyway, under 1200 and factor in the NFL Shop thing, pretty good deal overall. If Price is a deciding factor

BB is having a deal this weekend on the Sammy PN50A510, which is there version of the 550 with 1 less HDMI(not sure if any other differences). Anyway, under 1200 and factor in the NFL Shop thing, pretty good deal overall. If Price is a deciding factor

I'm not sure, but the 510 in addition to having one less HDMI port might have a less effective anti-glare......although the 550's anti-glare is crap anyways too.

I would say you can't go wrong either way. E.A.G.L.E.S is right on, would you rather have better black levels or better all around color accuacy?