Sixteen new plasma TVs from Panasonic for 2013

The new 2013 lineup of Panasonic plasmas will be available starting in February, with 16 new models ranging from 42-inches to 65-inches -- nothing to compete with the 70 and up LCDs. The new flagship series is the ZT60. Only available in 60 and 65-inches, it is the only one in the lineup that offers "Beyond the Reference" level of picture quality and ultimate black color with its Studio Master Panel. The bulk of the new cool features of the ZT60 are also available on the VT60. Things like Voice Guidance and Voice Interaction -- which fall short of full blown voice control -- integrated camera and WiFi, TXH for both 2D and 3D and ISFccc Calibration Mode and include a touch pad controller. Every new model, except the X60, also supports an optional Electronic Touch Pen accessory. The ZT60, VT60, and ST60 set themselves apart even further with a personalized home screen, Viera Connect with Swipe & Share for transferring photos and videos from your smartphone or tablet with a flick of the finger. While the lineup detailed in the press release below certainly features some new features worth clamoring for, as well as an attractive new design, the lack of any sets larger than 65-inches, and no Ultra HD, gives the competition an indisputable edge in the large TV market.