Panasonic DMP-BD30K 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player by Panasonic
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Digital camera reviews of Panasonic DMP-BD30K 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player
Digital camera Review: Extremely pleased.
Summary: 5 Stars
Absolutely awesome picture. For the money, this Panasonic is the best on the market. I don't own any video game system, so I can't comment on that, like everyone else. For movies, though, you'll love it.Digital camera Review: Fantastic!
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased the Panasonic DMP-BD30K recently after Blu-ray won the HD format war. Last summer when I purchased an HD TV I initially went with the HD format with a top of the line Toshiba HD-XA2 - an excellent player. So I have some basis for comparison.
I really found myself liking the Panasonic BD30K. Updating the firmware to the 1.8 version was relatively easy and problem-free. The picture form Blu-Ray discs is excellent. Sharp and colors especially are vivid. In comparison I would say my Toshiba XA-2 is better for upconverting DVDs than the Panasonic.
I bought my BD30K through Amazon sellers for $480 so as far as I am concerned my purchase was a value. If you wait on Amazon or shop around at different sites (Circuit City, Best Buy) you may be able to find the unit at or around this price.
Mike
Digital camera Review: Fast Loading
Summary: 5 Stars
Many great reviews already. Just want to emphasize the fast loading times - discs play within 30 to 40 seconds. I was amazed at speed. Blows higher-priced Sony models out of the water.Digital camera Review: Fast for a high definition DVD Player
Summary: 5 Stars
I debated using a generic "great DVD player" in the title, but thought I'd go with one of the best things that differentiates it from the pack--its speed. I have a Toshiba 1080p HD-DVD player and a Sony Playstation 3 with Blu Ray, and both are very slow to load (or even turn on/off). I researched far & wide to see if any manufacturers had made improvements and kept seeing this Panasonic as the best of a slow bunch. It is still slower than I'd like, but MUCH faster than anything else I've seen or used.
As for the picture and quality, it is excellent. The sound is the best I've ever heard, and for just over $400 with shipping and no tax, this is a great value for the money. Yes the remote could be improved but it is fine for me (better than the Toshiba, which isn't saying much).
Digital camera Review: Finally a good stand-alone Blu-ray player
Summary: 5 Stars
I was relying on my PS3 most of the time but now that there are more Blu-ray players out on the market, I decided to buy a stand-alone unit. AFter much research I bought the Panasonic and it works really well. Picture quality is probably even better than my PS3 can give. I can't be happier. Too bad Blu-ray movies are still too expensive.