CNET - The
first kind of flat-panel TV to hit the market more than 10 years ago,
plasma displays have come a long way since then. They're much more
durable now, and the burn-in
bugaboo is pretty much a thing of the past. Plasma TVs are not
generally available in sizes less than 42 inches, and their picture
quality in the best models still outperforms the best LCD picture
quality--although the gap is closing. However, plasmas are much less
efficient than LCD TVs. Check out plasma versus LCD for more information.
Panasonic TC-PST50 series
With
flagship-level picture quality for a midlevel price, the Panasonic ST50
series sets the value standard among videophile-grade TVs.
Price: $1,258.99 - $1,599.99 (check prices)
4 stars 
Panasonic TC-PVT50 series
The Panasonic TC-PVT50 series represents the pinnacle of current flat-panel TV picture quality.
Price: $1,839.00 - $2,499.99 (check prices)
4 stars 