Panasonic plasmas still not as good as Pioneers
 

According to Cnet the Pannys blacks still aren't as good as the Kuros.
Also, 1080p24 mode, which is actually only 48 Hz produces much more noticeable flicker than the Pioneers 72 Hz.
See review here: http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-t...-32886472.html