Panasonic JZ2000, 2021 flagship OLED first look

Last week Panasonic announced the launch of its flagship OLED TV for 2021, the JZ2000, available in 65- and 55-inch sizes.

Thanks to their Hollywood tuning and superb colour accuracy, Panasonic OLED TVs have always been the best choice for viewing films and high-quality TV series. Panasonic has also made the JZ2000 an excellent choice for gamers, with very low latency as well as support for HDMI2.1 variable refresh rate (VRR) and high frame rate (HFR).

For those who dislike fiddling with settings, the JZ2000 will be a dream. It features a new processor that can use AI to identify what kind of content you are viewing and then auto-optimise the picture and sound – so you can always enjoy the best experience without having to lift a finger.

The addition of side-firing speakers to Panasonic’s unique implementation of upward-firing speakers also delivers outstanding built-in surround sound, which enhances the experience of watching films, sport, or gaming. Combined with Panasonic’s custom modified OLED panel, which offers significantly better peak and average brightness levels, this is an outstanding one-box powerhouse.

Yasushi Murayama, Executive of Product Strategy for Panasonic’s Visual and Sound Business Unit, says: “The JZ2000 is a symbol of what we at Panasonic want to achieve. Building on the superb accuracy which makes Panasonic’s TVs ideal for watching films, we are further improving the experience in other areas such as gaming too. Through the use of AI, we want our viewers enjoy the best picture and sound settings automatically. Our aim is simply to support our customers to really, truly experience their favourite contents. Whether they are into films, games, sports, or something else, we want them to enjoy heightened visual and aural experiences which leave them feeling happy and satisfied.”