[TekDragon]

I've been researching for the last month and a half what I'll be getting around Christmas for a new big screen. It has to be LCD or Plasma, and it needs to be under $1500. Cheaper the better.

I use my TV now for watching SD cable, movies, and xbox 360 games from time to time. I've narrowed down a few choices to...

LCD's
Samsung LN42B610 (42" 6 series) or LN46B610 (46" 6 series)
I'm leaning towards the 42" so I can grab a nice receiver to go with it.

Plasma
Samsung PN50B540 (50" 5 series)
Panasonic TCP42G15 (I need to order tomorrow before 10 am from FS while the sale is still on)
Panasonic TCP42G10 OR TCP42S1 (G series vs S series)

Problem I'm running into is info overload as to what is good vs what I need. Obviously I need to go in store and see what they look like and what I like, but suggestions for a direction to go or pointing out a model I should look at would be appreciated. I've checked out the AVS forums and I've come back more confused than before.

And I know there's already another thread going for a new TV, but would like other ideas for my price point.