Pioneer today revealed a series of eight new plasma televisions, ranging ins size from 40 inches up to 60 inches. The new sets feature improved display panels which are said to offer 80% darker blacks than prior sets, as well as improved color rendition.
The lineup ranges in price from $2700 all the way up to $7500 for the top of the line 60-inch Elite model. Below is a detailed list of models and release dates:
| Brand | Model | Screen Size | Resolution | Availability | Price |
| Pioneer | PDP-4280HD | 42 inch | XGA | June | $2,700 |
| Pioneer | PDP-5080HD | 50 inch | XGA | June | $3,500 |
| Pioneer | PDP-5010FD | 50 inch | 1080p | September | $5,000 |
| Pioneer | PDP-6010FD | 60 inch | 1080p | September | $6,500 |
| Elite | PRO-950HD | 42 inch | XGA | July | $3,200 |
| Elite | PRO-1150HD | 50 inch | XGA | July | $4,500 |
| Elite | PRO-110FD | 50 inch | 1080p | September | $6,000 |
| Elite | PRO-150FD | 60 inch | 1080p | September | $7,500 |
Pioneer has always produced some of the best plasma sets out there, so if you’re in the market for a set, you might want to wait until early Fall so you can check these models out.
