Panasonic BDT-310, Pioneer BDP-52/53 or Oppo BDP-93? - Blu-ray Forum

dragion · 01-23-2012, 03:43 AM

In need of some help deciding between the Panasonic DMP-BDT310, Pioneer BDP-52/53 or Oppo BDP-93?

I currently own the Panasonic BDT310 and recently purchased the Pioneer VSX-1121 receiver. Found out that this receiver does not have 7.1 analog output in order for me to play SACD & DVD-Audio with my Pioneer DV-47A DVD player.

I want to know if I should just keep the Panasonic and just listen to my SACD & DVD-A in Dolby Digital or sell it and get either one of the Pioneer's or Oppo?

Judging from reviews I've read Pioneer BDP-52 had some earlier problems, but I think that they have been corrected. Not sure if it will better to go with the BDP-53 instead.
The main reason I consider the Pioneers is that they have PQLS.

I do watch both 2D & 3D blu-rays, so that is important.
I have PS3, so Netflix won't be a problem...can also watch it via Panasonic GT30 VieraCast too.

Pioneer BDP-52 will cost $400.
Both Pioneer BDP-53 & Oppo BDP-93 will be $500.
Plan to sell my Panasonic for $150. The Pioneer DV-47A for $100.

Budget is tight, but enough to stretch for either one...selling both will help.

Really need some good advice on what I should do.

Thanks!

dragion · 01-24-2012, 02:25 AM

Update:
Decided to get the Oppo bdp-93 from Amazon for $499.99. Will receive it on Wednesday...will see if it is worth it.

Anyone interested in buying the Pioneer DV-47A and/or Panasonic DMP-BDT310?

Thanks everyone!

Remo · 02-29-2012, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragion

Update:
Decided to get the Oppo bdp-93 from Amazon for $499.99. Will receive it on Wednesday...will see if it is worth it.

Anyone interested in buying the Pioneer DV-47A and/or Panasonic DMP-BDT310?

Thanks everyone!

I'm interested in the panny 310 how much you want for it.

FACSman · 03-06-2012, 12:41 PM

Have 3 sources: HDMI1, HDMI2 & TV.

Have Bose Cinemates; to get their remote to work with HDMI2, I have to switch to one of the other two sources, invoke the appropriate Bose remote button and then switch back to HDMI2.

HDMI1=LG
HDMI2=Panasonic

SurferRI · 03-25-2012, 04:38 PM

I had decided to buy thePanasonic DMP-BDT320 but then noticed BDT310 was on sale $180 Best buy. However it brought to my attention the regular price of the 310 is normally $50 more than the BDT320. Anyone no the reason? Is the 310 considered higher end than the 320? All feedback welcome.

FACSman · 03-25-2012, 05:47 PM

You are correct; in fact, I just got back from BB with my refund due to the price drop. I personally like the 310 because it feels more solid to me and has an additional HDMI. I posted this in an earlier thread and there was some good feedback. I'll try to find it and post it here for you.

FACSman · 03-25-2012, 05:58 PM

SurferRI, here is the thread: "New Panny DMP-BDT320" in the "Blu-ray Players and Recorders" forum.

Take Care - Rich

SurferRI · 03-25-2012, 08:47 PM

Thanks Rich, I think I'll go with the 310, I don't need the second HDMI but $20 is $20 and after everything else I'll save where I can.

FACSman · 03-25-2012, 10:25 PM

Agreed.

davidp71 · 04-08-2012, 11:23 PM

I had an LGBD690 and after 2 weeks it started getting very noisy. Took it back to best buy and picked up the new Panasonic BDT-220, after I had it I realized it wasn't a dual band wifi player like Panny said it was over the phone. Brought that back and got the 310 and couldn't be happier. It's fast loading and very quiet....also picks up the 5GHz band on wifi.....I heard Panasonic did away with that for 2012....bummer.

dragion · 04-10-2012, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragion

Update:
Decided to get the Oppo bdp-93 from Amazon for $499.99. Will receive it on Wednesday...will see if it is worth it.

Anyone interested in buying the Pioneer DV-47A and/or Panasonic DMP-BDT310?

Thanks everyone!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Remo

I'm interested in the panny 310 how much you want for it.

Hi Remo,

Sorry I haven't responded to your post sooner, but I've decided to keep the BDT310.
Since I'm a Prime Amazon member, I stream Unlimited Amazon Instant videos with it...once in a while, I'll through in a blu-ray.

Anyone interested, the Pioneer DV-47A is still for sale!

pjg991 · 07-05-2012, 01:44 PM

I have a Pioneer Elite BDP 53FD For Sale, 1 mo. old, about 5-6 dvd's played through it, perfect, looks brand new with original box and packing with all accs. 499.00 MSRP, 350.00 shipped free. ( roadhog03@cox.net )

danaugustene · 12-24-2012, 10:20 AM

pjg 911 panasonic bdt 310 i am seriously interested in purchasing your blu ray player.
pls i would want you to tell me how long u have used it and you can feel free to reply me by mail at danaugustene@gmail.com
thanks

danaugustene · 12-24-2012, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragion

Hi Remo,

Sorry I haven't responded to your post sooner, but I've decided to keep the BDT310.
Since I'm a Prime Amazon member, I stream Unlimited Amazon Instant videos with it...once in a while, I'll through in a blu-ray.

Anyone interested, the Pioneer DV-47A is still for sale!

pls dragion i am seriously interested in the panasonic bdt 310 i had one initially but it was stolen. pls kindly reply me to know how to get across from you. thanks

dragion · 11-24-2013, 12:31 AM

and almost a year later....

My Panasonic BDT-310 is for sale.
It has been barely used, except for some Amazon Prime Video viewing, which has been discontinued since March 2013 (no longer Prime member).
Player has been sitting in audio/video rack without any use...Oppo is my main blu-ray player.

Looking for $150 plus shipping.
http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=231235

dragion · 11-29-2013, 11:07 PM

Free Shipping this Black Friday Weekend ONLY!

01-23-2012, 03:43 AM	#1
dragion Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Boston, MA Blu-ray collection:981 Trading Score:6	Panasonic BDT-310, Pioneer BDP-52/53 or Oppo BDP-93? In need of some help deciding between the Panasonic DMP-BDT310, Pioneer BDP-52/53 or Oppo BDP-93? I currently own the Panasonic BDT310 and recently purchased the Pioneer VSX-1121 receiver. Found out that this receiver does not have 7.1 analog output in order for me to play SACD & DVD-Audio with my Pioneer DV-47A DVD player. I want to know if I should just keep the Panasonic and just listen to my SACD & DVD-A in Dolby Digital or sell it and get either one of the Pioneer's or Oppo? Judging from reviews I've read Pioneer BDP-52 had some earlier problems, but I think that they have been corrected. Not sure if it will better to go with the BDP-53 instead. The main reason I consider the Pioneers is that they have PQLS. I do watch both 2D & 3D blu-rays, so that is important. I have PS3, so Netflix won't be a problem...can also watch it via Panasonic GT30 VieraCast too. Pioneer BDP-52 will cost $400. Both Pioneer BDP-53 & Oppo BDP-93 will be $500. Plan to sell my Panasonic for $150. The Pioneer DV-47A for $100. Budget is tight, but enough to stretch for either one...selling both will help. Really need some good advice on what I should do. Thanks!

03-06-2012, 12:41 PM	#4
FACSman Member Member since:Mar 2012 Location:Intersection of Old US 61 and Old US 49	Since You have a Panny 310, Maybe You Could help Me Have 3 sources: HDMI1, HDMI2 & TV. Have Bose Cinemates; to get their remote to work with HDMI2, I have to switch to one of the other two sources, invoke the appropriate Bose remote button and then switch back to HDMI2. HDMI1=LG HDMI2=Panasonic Digital=Panny TC-P55GT30 \| DMP-BDT310 \| TY-EW3DELU \| LG 42LK520 \| BD590 Bose Cinemate Series ll \| AudioQuest Chocolate Analog=MAC 1900 \| Marantz Models 24, 26, 2010 & 2215b \| Klipsch Heresy l's \| KLH Model 15 \| B&O TX2 \| Nakamichi CR-1A \| NAD 6130 \| Dared MP-6 \| B&W P5 \| AKG K271 MKII \| HiFiMan HE-300 \| Kimber Kable PBJ Protection=Panamax M4300-PM

03-25-2012, 05:47 PM	#6
FACSman Member Member since:Mar 2012 Location:Intersection of Old US 61 and Old US 49	You are correct; in fact, I just got back from BB with my refund due to the price drop. I personally like the 310 because it feels more solid to me and has an additional HDMI. I posted this in an earlier thread and there was some good feedback. I'll try to find it and post it here for you. Digital=Panny TC-P55GT30 \| DMP-BDT310 \| TY-EW3DELU \| LG 42LK520 \| BD590 Bose Cinemate Series ll \| AudioQuest Chocolate Analog=MAC 1900 \| Marantz Models 24, 26, 2010 & 2215b \| Klipsch Heresy l's \| KLH Model 15 \| B&O TX2 \| Nakamichi CR-1A \| NAD 6130 \| Dared MP-6 \| B&W P5 \| AKG K271 MKII \| HiFiMan HE-300 \| Kimber Kable PBJ Protection=Panamax M4300-PM

03-25-2012, 05:58 PM	#7
FACSman Member Member since:Mar 2012 Location:Intersection of Old US 61 and Old US 49	SurferRI, here is the thread: "New Panny DMP-BDT320" in the "Blu-ray Players and Recorders" forum. Take Care - Rich Digital=Panny TC-P55GT30 \| DMP-BDT310 \| TY-EW3DELU \| LG 42LK520 \| BD590 Bose Cinemate Series ll \| AudioQuest Chocolate Analog=MAC 1900 \| Marantz Models 24, 26, 2010 & 2215b \| Klipsch Heresy l's \| KLH Model 15 \| B&O TX2 \| Nakamichi CR-1A \| NAD 6130 \| Dared MP-6 \| B&W P5 \| AKG K271 MKII \| HiFiMan HE-300 \| Kimber Kable PBJ Protection=Panamax M4300-PM

03-25-2012, 10:25 PM	#9
FACSman Member Member since:Mar 2012 Location:Intersection of Old US 61 and Old US 49	Agreed. Digital=Panny TC-P55GT30 \| DMP-BDT310 \| TY-EW3DELU \| LG 42LK520 \| BD590 Bose Cinemate Series ll \| AudioQuest Chocolate Analog=MAC 1900 \| Marantz Models 24, 26, 2010 & 2215b \| Klipsch Heresy l's \| KLH Model 15 \| B&O TX2 \| Nakamichi CR-1A \| NAD 6130 \| Dared MP-6 \| B&W P5 \| AKG K271 MKII \| HiFiMan HE-300 \| Kimber Kable PBJ Protection=Panamax M4300-PM

01-24-2012, 02:25 AM	#2
dragion Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Boston, MA Blu-ray collection:981 Trading Score:6	Update: Decided to get the Oppo bdp-93 from Amazon for $499.99. Will receive it on Wednesday...will see if it is worth it. Anyone interested in buying the Pioneer DV-47A and/or Panasonic DMP-BDT310? Thanks everyone!

03-25-2012, 04:38 PM	#5
SurferRI New Member Member since:Mar 2012	I had decided to buy thePanasonic DMP-BDT320 but then noticed BDT310 was on sale $180 Best buy. However it brought to my attention the regular price of the 310 is normally $50 more than the BDT320. Anyone no the reason? Is the 310 considered higher end than the 320? All feedback welcome.

03-25-2012, 08:47 PM	#8
SurferRI New Member Member since:Mar 2012	Thanks Rich, I think I'll go with the 310, I don't need the second HDMI but $20 is $20 and after everything else I'll save where I can.

04-08-2012, 11:23 PM	#10
davidp71 Active Member Member since:Feb 2010 Home Theater Gallery:19	I had an LGBD690 and after 2 weeks it started getting very noisy. Took it back to best buy and picked up the new Panasonic BDT-220, after I had it I realized it wasn't a dual band wifi player like Panny said it was over the phone. Brought that back and got the 310 and couldn't be happier. It's fast loading and very quiet....also picks up the 5GHz band on wifi.....I heard Panasonic did away with that for 2012....bummer. Panasonic TC-P50ST50 plasma/Panasonic BDT-310 blu-ray player/Pioneer DV-410V (Multi-Region) DVD player/DirecTV Geni/Anthem MRX-500/Panamax M5100-PM Power conditioner/Paradigm Monitor 7 v.6's fronts, CC-190 v.6 center, ADP-190's v.6 rear /Paradigm Monitor Sub-10/URC MX-980/URC MRF-350 base station

07-05-2012, 01:44 PM	#12
pjg991 Junior Member Member since:Feb 2012	Pioneer Elite BDP 53FD For Sale I have a Pioneer Elite BDP 53FD For Sale, 1 mo. old, about 5-6 dvd's played through it, perfect, looks brand new with original box and packing with all accs. 499.00 MSRP, 350.00 shipped free. ( roadhog03@cox.net )

12-24-2012, 10:20 AM	#13
danaugustene New Member Member since:Dec 2012	pjg 911 panasonic bdt 310 pjg 911 panasonic bdt 310 i am seriously interested in purchasing your blu ray player. pls i would want you to tell me how long u have used it and you can feel free to reply me by mail at danaugustene@gmail.com thanks

11-24-2013, 12:31 AM	#15
dragion Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Boston, MA Blu-ray collection:981 Trading Score:6	*and almost a year later....* My Panasonic BDT-310 is for sale. It has been barely used, except for some Amazon Prime Video viewing, which has been discontinued since March 2013 (no longer Prime member). Player has been sitting in audio/video rack without any use...Oppo is my main blu-ray player. Looking for $150 plus shipping. http://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=231235 Display:Panasonic Viera 55GT50 Receiver: Pioneer Elite VSX-52 Blu-ray Player: Oppo BDP-93 Gaming System: Sony Playstation 3 (60GB PHAT) Front Speakers: Definitive Technology BP10b Center Speaker: Definitive Technology C/L/R 2002 Surrounds: Definitive Technology BP7006 & BPX Subwoofer: Definitive Technology Supercube II

11-29-2013, 11:07 PM	#16
dragion Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Boston, MA Blu-ray collection:981 Trading Score:6	Update: Free Shipping this Black Friday Weekend ONLY! Display:Panasonic Viera 55GT50 Receiver: Pioneer Elite VSX-52 Blu-ray Player: Oppo BDP-93 Gaming System: Sony Playstation 3 (60GB PHAT) Front Speakers: Definitive Technology BP10b Center Speaker: Definitive Technology C/L/R 2002 Surrounds: Definitive Technology BP7006 & BPX Subwoofer: Definitive Technology Supercube II

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