Unlike the MZ2000 series from 2023, the Panasonic Z95A has only two references, the Panasonic TX-55Z95A (140 cm) and Panasonic TX-65Z95A (165 cm).
TV Panasonic Z95A, Master Oled Ultimate panels with MLA technology ££££
The Panasonic TX-55Z95A and Panasonic TX-65Z95A benefit from Master Oled Ultimate panels equipped with the Meta 2.0 process (MLA for Micro Lenses Array for microlenses in photo above + Multi Booster) developed by LG Display, also announced on the LG G4 and LG M4 2024 model diagonals.
Oled Meta 2.0 technology means peak light at 4,000 nits. The Panasonic Z95A TVs therefore join the exclusive club of the LG G4, LG M4, Phililps OLED909, Philips OLED959 TV series equipped with White Oled panels and the Samsung S95D series equipped with QD Oled panels from Samsung Display.
As usual, if the panels still come from the manufacturer LG Display (a company belonging to LG Group, like LG Electronics), they have been optimized by the Panasonic teams in partnership with the renowned and famous Hollywood colorist Stefen Sonnefeld, who has collaborated with the greatest cinema directors and the biggest box office hits such as A Star is Born, Man of Steel, Wonder Woman, Jurassic World, 300, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, The Beauty and the Beast…
Panasonic Z95A Oled TV, main specifications££££
The Panasonic Z95A televisions of course offer all the equipment of last year's MZ2000 models in addition to recent technical improvements from in-house engineers to display a ever more beautiful image, notably a focus on video games: Game Control Board function, optimization of Input Lag for 60 Hz games at 1.5 ms (and 10.5 ms at 120 Hz), Dolby Vision HDR management up to 144 Hz (Game Mode Extreme), AMD FreeSync Premium certification in Gaming mode and automatic detection of nVidia processors (G-Sync compatibility).
We find on the Panasonic Z95A TVs the sound section of the MZ2000, i.e. a soundbar with 16 networked front speakers (in line and grouped), associated with the side speakers and those in Up-Firing configuration. Of course, the Panasonic Z95A TV audio system, called 360 Soundscape Pro, was developed and configured by engineers from the famous Hi-Fi Technics firm, owned by Panasonic. Appearing in 2023, the Bass Boost function to reinforce the impact of bass is still required.
Panasonic Z95A TV, HCX Pro AI Processor MKII££££
We find on Panasonic Z95A TVs the latest version of the HCX Pro AI Processor chip, in its MKII version. It is for example thanks to the increased power of the latter that HDR Dolby Vision gaming compatibility is supported up to 144 hertz. For its part, the new 4K Remaster Engine algorithm, still based on Machine Learning technology in order to adapt in real time (per-second image analysis) the best parameters according to the content displayed, is announced to be even more efficient. For example, it gives pride of place to noise reduction for content coming from a streaming service and to the reduction of the Banding phenomenon inherent to Oled technology. Namely, Machine Learning is associated with a huge image database with more than 1 million video clips. Of course, the HCX Pro AI Processor MKII chip also acts automatically on the sound delivered by Panasonic Z95A televisions, again by finely adapting the settings to the nature of the program displayed: film, sport, etc.
Panasonic Z95A TV, Game Control Board££££
As already mentioned, video gaming is another of the aspects particularly taken care of by Panasonic on the Oled Z95A TVs. In addition to a minimum Input Lag of 1.5 ms with 60 Hz games (10.5 ms otherwise), we of course always notice the presence of two HDMI 2.1 connectors (plus two HDMI 2.0) compatible with VRR, ALLM and HFR 4K/144. Note, management of the eARC function is also required.
Also in the video game chapter, we can cite the specific setting True Game Mode, equivalent of Filmmaker Mode for game developers. Once this is activated, the image displayed sticks as closely as possible to the intentions of the studio. development. Likewise, there are sound settings dedicated to certain game categories: RPG or FPS for example. The first favors a balanced sound environment with excellent dialogue clarity; the second will highlight sound effects that can serve as clues to the player (footstep sounds to anticipate enemy movements, etc.).
Panasonic Z95A TV, HDR Dolby Vision IQ and Filmmaker Mode££££
As a reminder, the Dolby Vision IQ process offered by Dolby Laboratories aims, in the presence of HDR Dolby Vision content, to offer always optimal image quality whatever the ambient light conditions, without having to use the remote control.
But also to best adapt the TV's image settings based on real-time analysis of the content displayed. Thus, on a snowy landscape, HDR Dolby Vision IQ influences the color temperature to approximate the whiteness of powder snow.
Namely, the Filmmaker Mode option on Panasonic Z95A TVs is associated with the Intelligent Sensing process. The latter uses the televisions' brightness sensor to adjust the HDR rendering depending on the light environment. More generally, and with the aim of always improving displayed image quality, Z95A TVs integrate an RGB sensor capable of adapting the color temperature displayed on the screen according to that of the environment, not no longer just influence the brightness alone.
Panasonic Z95A TV, HDR10+, HDR HLG, HDR Dolby Vision and HDR Photo££££
Panasonic Z95A televisions, in addition to HDR10+ Adaptive, are of course HDR10+, HDR HLG and HDR Dolby Vision compatible. Without forgetting HDR Photo, the HDR format for digital photos also appeared in 2019.
As on Panasonic 2020 Oled TVs, still in place, the option to deactivate Tone Mapping (conversion of the colors of an image with a greater dynamic range than that of the broadcaster in order to avoid Clipping or clipping) and specify the TV Clipping level through the menu. Thus, content producers will be able to fully use all the performance of the TV in this area, so that Clipping really intervenes at the maximum of the TV's capabilities, and not before. The result is an image richer in color and more natural. It is also particularly interesting with a gaming PC or a game console connected, so it is better to deactivate the TV's Tone Mapping and let the game display its HDR values as best as possible for an image that maximizes the broadcaster's potential.
Panasonic Z95A TV, Dolby Atmos compatibility££££
Panasonic Z95A TVs always include an audio system with Up-Firing speakers called 360° Soundscape Pro to effectively reproduce Dolby Atmos soundtracks. Likewise, as already mentioned above, these TVs always accommodate side speakers to perfect the audio scene, in particular the 3D sound bubble.
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Panasonic Z95A TV, Smart Fire TV, Amazon Alexa integrated££££
The new Smart Fire TV function offers access to all the best streaming services and Smart Home applications of the moment (Netflix, Amazon, Disney+ , Apple TV+ and YouTube…). Fully compatible with the Alexa ecosystem, Panasonic Z95A TVs allow complete control of Alexa devices via their integrated Dashboard. Precisely, the TV can also be “controlled†by voice thanks to its integrated “Far-Field†microphone, without using the remote control.
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Namely, Apple HomeKit and AirPlay 2 compatibility are also included. It is therefore possible to control the television by voice (Siri) or from an Apple device (iPad, iPhone, Mac computer). Also worth mentioning is the Fire TV Ambient Experience function (see photo below) to transform the TV into a giant photo frame or to display certain information provided by the multitude of Alexa widgets available.
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In addition to a DVB-T2, DVB-C and DVB-S2 tuner, Panasonic Z95A televisions include a Penta tuner allowing the reception of TV channels via IPTV. All you need is an RJ-45 socket not far from the TV or to connect it to the home Wi-Fi network, and that's it. It is therefore possible to receive DTT channels (through a dedicated application, Molotov for example) on a television without a box and without being connected to an antenna socket.
Finally, we must mention the presence on the Panasonic Z95A TV remote control of a button entitled MyApp. This, programmable, allows access via a simple press directly to a channel or application of your choice, or even to a specific voice command. Of course, there is the dual Bluetooth connection for simultaneous connection of two suitable devices. For example, it is possible to enjoy TV sound on two separate wireless headphones.
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Akira Toyoshima, CEO of Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd££££
“With such vast options, the real challenge is identifying exactly what you want to watch. Therefore, our new mission goes beyond simply providing quality picture and sound. This is about simplifying the content discovery process, ensuring that it is not only easy but also enjoyable,†said Mr. Akira Toyoshima, Chairman and CEO of Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.
Expected availability of Panasonic Z95A Oled TVs for the month of July. Indicative prices: €2,999 for the Panasonic TX-55Z95A and €3,999 for the Panasonic TX-65Z95A.
Reminder of the key characteristics of Panasonic Z95A TVs:
• 10-bit panel
• Oled panel
• Ultra HD 4K panel
• 144 Hz panel
• Oled 4K Ultimate Edition panel
• Oled Meta 2.0 panel (MLA for Micro Lenses Array for microlenses in photo above + Multi Booster)
• Processor: HCX Pro AI Processor MKII
• Wide function Color Gamut
• UPnP media gateway function (DLNA)
• Amazon Alexa function
• CalMan Calibration function
• eARC function
• VRR function
• Function ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode)
• Oled Superb Motion Drive function
• 360° Soundscape Pro function
• Intelligent Sensing function
• Game Control Board function
• Compatibility HDR10 and HDR HLG
• Bluetooth compatibility
• HDR10+ compatibility
• HDR Dolby Vision compatibility
• Wi-Fi compatibility
• HEVC compatibility
• Dolby compatibility Atmos
• Dolby Vision IQ compatibility
• HDCP 2.3 compatibility
• HDR10+ Adaptive compatibility
• Outputs: 1 optical, 1 headphone
• Inputs: 2 HDMI 2.1, 2 HDMI 2.0, 3 USB (including 1 3.0 port), 1 Ethernet port, 2 CI+ ports
• Smart Fire TV multimedia
• Input Lag: 1.5 ms with 60 Hz games, 10.5 ms for others
• DVB-T2 Double Tuner
• DVB-S2 Double Tuner
• DVB-C Double Tuner
• Sound section: 4.1.2
• Power: 150 W
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