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* LED-LCD with some kind of local or zone dimming for intra-scene contrast ratio and good light output
The picture quality of plasma and LCD is very similar but plasma panels are known for their better contrast ratios, rendering of rich colors and deeper blacks. Plasma screens are available in larger sizes and have a better refresh rate, which makes them better for action viewing and sports with little to no ghosting effects. LCD is well known for motion blur.<ref>http://www.displaymate.com/LCD_Response_Time_ShootOut.htm</ref> Plasma screens can suffer from burn-in caused by static images such as logos down in the corner.
LCD is well known for motion blur.<ref>http://www.displaymate.com/LCD_Response_Time_ShootOut.htm</ref> LCDs can show ‘ghosting’ trailing after a fast-moving image. However, LCDs have LCD has taken over the market and are made in a wider range of sizes than plasma screens. The sweet spot targeted by LCD manufacturers is 42 to 50 inches. LCDs can show ‘ghosting’ trailing after a fast-moving image.
The viewing angle of both is similar. The image quality of a plasma TV is good when viewed off to the side; whereas an LCD TV will lose contrast or brightness.<ref>http://www.cnet.com/news/led-lcd-vs-oled-vs-plasma/</ref> This is an important consideration in a salon with fixed furniture. If you have a wide viewing area plasma will give a better experience. But overall, LCDs are up to four times brighter, so better for daytime viewing.