I saw the Sony HDTV Model KV-36HS510 at Sears for $1200. This 36 inch model was by far the clearest picture of the bunch. It is worth the additional money - freaking super clear.
If you like Panasonic - Circuit City has a TAU 32 HDTV for $899.00. Of course, you can do a little research, do price matching, get 10% coupons here and there, and get the set for ubber cheap.
Invest your money to get a HD Receiver and Progressive Scan DVD player- also think about a TV Stand too. Right now, I am mad that I didn't get a set with DVI input.