LG 50PS60 Question - Blu-ray Forum

BluDroid · 02-13-2010, 02:42 PM

I was within a week of putting down the cash for a 54V10 or 58V10 when this Panny darkening situation cropped up. Like many I suspect, I've decided to hold off a bit and see what happens.

When I mentioned this to my local electronics shop, they suggested I take a look at the LG 50PS60. It's 50" 1080p with THX certification. Not having much experience with LG TVs, I'm rather skeptical. They are selling the TV for $1349. They have a floor model they've recently completed an ISF calibration on and feel it's good, though I'm not the kind to purchase floor units. So what do the experts out there think about this unit?

Thanks!

jibucha · 02-13-2010, 02:53 PM

Hello

I might regret this; but, consider the LG; albeit carefully.

In the LG's favor, is that it is calibrated; assuming that they did a good job. Additionally, based on what I currently know about the calibration capabilities of both; the LG is a better design with regards to having the proper adjustments available for a proper professional calibration, which is a very important consideration.

In the Panasonic's favor is that they have been remarkable displays for many years, always on the heels of Pioneer the past few years, and possibly the best display for many more before Pioneer became involved in plasma displays.

Calibration, between the two, is a primary issue as I perceive it, as the Panasonic has unfortunate limitations that are well documented in reviews that include calibration, interfering with a proper professional calibration, as the LG does not, which means that you can get it right to video specifications, which is always of significant importance.

Remember too, that the new Panasonic and LG models for 2010 are coming.

I have personally always favored the Panasonic Plasma Displays, but the calibration issue, which also seriously plagues the Pioneer Elite Plasma Displays even more; makes a strong case for any display that can be entirely and properly professionally calibrated to video standards; so, do consider the LG for this reason alone; especially, as it is already calibrated, making it a remarkable opportunity, given your information.

Thank You

BluDroid · 02-13-2010, 03:39 PM

Hello jibucha.

Thanks for the information. I'll certainly keep this in mind. Should I elect to go this route, I'd end up buying a new unit and having them calibrate it down the road. I'm not much of a fan for buying floor units. I'm not sure about the pricing either at this point. I haven't done much research on LG yet. But I'm getting there...

Thanks again!

Blu-rob77 · 02-13-2010, 04:38 PM

I have a 52lg70 and had it pro calibrated well is WOW

it looks so good

but diffrent tv but it a lg and it does have many more options to tweak it!

BluDroid · 02-13-2010, 09:10 PM

Thanks for the comments gang. Please keep em coming! LG also makes this unit in 60" and bigger is better...

lojack1976 · 02-13-2010, 09:16 PM

I can tell you for sure that the V10 is a superior TV overall, but the LG is a great set for the money. LG TV's have very good color accuracy, but like pretty much every set with a THX mode you can actually get better results in one of the custom modes. THX is a convenience though for those who don't want the hassle. Where the LG falls a bit behind is in the black level. Its about as good as last year's Panny's in this regard so its not bad by any means, but not as good as today's Panny's and just a tad behind the current Samsung sets.

The best deal on the LG is actually the 60" version since it goes on sale quite often for $1500-1600 shipped on Newegg and a few other sites. You should look at that for the best bang for your money. Another thing I should point out is that the default orbiter setting is crap and it should be the first thing you change when you turn on the set to prevent retention.

lojack1976 · 02-13-2010, 09:20 PM

Sears actually has the 60" for $1600 right now too.

BluDroid · 02-14-2010, 02:30 PM

Thanks for the inputs lojack1976. Will keep this in mind.

Consensus points to the Panny as being the better unit (no surprise here). Considering the relative differences in price, is the Panny so much better it justifies the higher price (possibly as much as $1k between the 58V10 and the 60PS60)? The darkening issue with the Panny 09s certainly gives pause for thought...

lojack1976 · 02-15-2010, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BluDroid

Thanks for the inputs lojack1976. Will keep this in mind.

Consensus points to the Panny as being the better unit (no surprise here). Considering the relative differences in price, is the Panny so much better it justifies the higher price (possibly as much as $1k between the 58V10 and the 60PS60)? The darkening issue with the Panny 09s certainly gives pause for thought...

Well, that's what you need to decide...is the extra $1000 worth it? I'm not going to lie to you. The V10 is better...plain and simple. Is it $1000 better...not to me. That's a pretty big price difference. Now, you can also look at the Samsung B650 which is priced in between these sets. It does have slightly better blacks than the LG and its a tad bit more accurate. If you can get a good price on that set it may be worth it to you to go that route instead since I think its a pretty good compromise. The value minded side of me would still just jump on the LG and not look back. For the money its pretty hard to top and the gain in picture quality will only be incremental with the other two sets.

gavkiwi · 02-19-2010, 04:18 PM

Due in part to my budget for a TV, information in this thread, external reviews, I pulled the Trigger and ordered this TV today. For the money, it was the best 1080p Plasma I could find in this size imho for less than a grand.

Samsung was out of my price range, the Panny's I had my eye on, the 50" G10 couldnt find it for the $1199 price It was earlier, and the 54" S1 was outta my budget by $250.

I know the blacks are probably not as good as a Panasonic, or Samsung. I am a big believer in "you get what you pay for", If the Panny X1 50" was still $699 ($744 + $20 shipping as I type this) today I prob would have gotten that and they onkyo 3200 HTiB for $299. But it wasnt, and I think I have done the right thing by going 1080p, since the PS3 will get some heavy use on the TV for movies and Games.

Even if my viewing distance is 10-12 feet away, Atleast now I can save some $$$ and maybe get a stereo better than the Onkyo HT-S3200

BluDroid · 02-19-2010, 09:59 PM

Great news gavkiwi! Hope you enjoy the new set. Let us know how it goes. I'm still on the fence. Some friends on AVS suggested I check out the 55LH90 which I plan to do tomorrow. It's more expensive than the PS60 and it's LED vice plasma. Sure is fun making these decisions...

gavkiwi · 02-25-2010, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BluDroid

Great news gavkiwi! Hope you enjoy the new set. Let us know how it goes. I'm still on the fence. Some friends on AVS suggested I check out the 55LH90 which I plan to do tomorrow. It's more expensive than the PS60 and it's LED vice plasma. Sure is fun making these decisions...

Well soo far soo good, I am more than Impressed with this set, and I am a very difficult person to impress

PQ is great, the THX mode I was very happy with, the red could be a little more red on that setting, blacks seem great. Blu rays & PS3 games look fantastic.

Cannot recommend this TV enough, a sleek shiny modern looking tv

BluDroid · 02-25-2010, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gavkiwi

Well soo far soo good, I am more than Impressed with this set, and I am a very difficult person to impress

PQ is great, the THX mode I was very happy with, the red could be a little more red on that setting, blacks seem great. Blu rays & PS3 games look fantastic.

Cannot recommend this TV enough, a sleek shiny modern looking tv

Great news! Did you get the 50" or 60" set?

gavkiwi · 02-26-2010, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BluDroid

Great news! Did you get the 50" or 60" set?

I got the 50"

02-13-2010, 02:42 PM	#1
BluDroid Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:The Grid Home Theater Gallery:14	LG 50PS60 Question I was within a week of putting down the cash for a 54V10 or 58V10 when this Panny darkening situation cropped up. Like many I suspect, I've decided to hold off a bit and see what happens. When I mentioned this to my local electronics shop, they suggested I take a look at the LG 50PS60. It's 50" 1080p with THX certification. Not having much experience with LG TVs, I'm rather skeptical. They are selling the TV for $1349. They have a floor model they've recently completed an ISF calibration on and feel it's good, though I'm not the kind to purchase floor units. So what do the experts out there think about this unit? Thanks! Last edited by BluDroid; 02-13-2010 at 02:50 PM.

02-13-2010, 02:53 PM	#2
jibucha Special Member Member since:Feb 2007 Trading Score:45	Hello I might regret this; but, consider the LG; albeit carefully. In the LG's favor, is that it is calibrated; assuming that they did a good job. Additionally, based on what I currently know about the calibration capabilities of both; the LG is a better design with regards to having the proper adjustments available for a proper professional calibration, which is a very important consideration. In the Panasonic's favor is that they have been remarkable displays for many years, always on the heels of Pioneer the past few years, and possibly the best display for many more before Pioneer became involved in plasma displays. Calibration, between the two, is a primary issue as I perceive it, as the Panasonic has unfortunate limitations that are well documented in reviews that include calibration, interfering with a proper professional calibration, as the LG does not, which means that you can get it right to video specifications, which is always of significant importance. Remember too, that the new Panasonic and LG models for 2010 are coming. I have personally always favored the Panasonic Plasma Displays, but the calibration issue, which also seriously plagues the Pioneer Elite Plasma Displays even more; makes a strong case for any display that can be entirely and properly professionally calibrated to video standards; so, do consider the LG for this reason alone; especially, as it is already calibrated, making it a remarkable opportunity, given your information. Thank You Last edited by jibucha; 02-13-2010 at 03:07 PM. Reason: additional thoughts

02-19-2010, 09:59 PM	#11
BluDroid Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:The Grid Home Theater Gallery:14	Great news gavkiwi! Hope you enjoy the new set. Let us know how it goes. I'm still on the fence. Some friends on AVS suggested I check out the 55LH90 which I plan to do tomorrow. It's more expensive than the PS60 and it's LED vice plasma. Sure is fun making these decisions... Last edited by BluDroid; 02-19-2010 at 10:47 PM.

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02-13-2010, 03:39 PM	#3
BluDroid Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:The Grid Home Theater Gallery:14	Hello jibucha. Thanks for the information. I'll certainly keep this in mind. Should I elect to go this route, I'd end up buying a new unit and having them calibrate it down the road. I'm not much of a fan for buying floor units. I'm not sure about the pricing either at this point. I haven't done much research on LG yet. But I'm getting there... Thanks again!

02-13-2010, 04:38 PM	#4
Blu-rob77 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Feb 2009 Location:hollister ca Blu-ray collection:148 Blu-ray reviews:1	I have a 52lg70 and had it pro calibrated well is WOW it looks so good but diffrent tv but it a lg and it does have many more options to tweak it!

02-13-2010, 09:10 PM	#5
BluDroid Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:The Grid Home Theater Gallery:14	Thanks for the comments gang. Please keep em coming! LG also makes this unit in 60" and bigger is better...

02-13-2010, 09:16 PM	#6
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	I can tell you for sure that the V10 is a superior TV overall, but the LG is a great set for the money. LG TV's have very good color accuracy, but like pretty much every set with a THX mode you can actually get better results in one of the custom modes. THX is a convenience though for those who don't want the hassle. Where the LG falls a bit behind is in the black level. Its about as good as last year's Panny's in this regard so its not bad by any means, but not as good as today's Panny's and just a tad behind the current Samsung sets. The best deal on the LG is actually the 60" version since it goes on sale quite often for $1500-1600 shipped on Newegg and a few other sites. You should look at that for the best bang for your money. Another thing I should point out is that the default orbiter setting is crap and it should be the first thing you change when you turn on the set to prevent retention.

02-13-2010, 09:20 PM	#7
lojack1976 Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Aug 2008 Location:7 Cities, VA Home Theater Gallery:62 Blu-ray collection:203	Sears actually has the 60" for $1600 right now too.

02-14-2010, 02:30 PM	#8
BluDroid Active Member Top contributor Member since:Nov 2009 Location:The Grid Home Theater Gallery:14	Thanks for the inputs lojack1976. Will keep this in mind. Consensus points to the Panny as being the better unit (no surprise here). Considering the relative differences in price, is the Panny so much better it justifies the higher price (possibly as much as $1k between the 58V10 and the 60PS60)? The darkening issue with the Panny 09s certainly gives pause for thought...

02-19-2010, 04:18 PM	#10
gavkiwi Active Member Member since:Oct 2009 Location:The Natural State Home Theater Gallery:5 Blu-ray collection:113	Due in part to my budget for a TV, information in this thread, external reviews, I pulled the Trigger and ordered this TV today. For the money, it was the best 1080p Plasma I could find in this size imho for less than a grand. Samsung was out of my price range, the Panny's I had my eye on, the 50" G10 couldnt find it for the $1199 price It was earlier, and the 54" S1 was outta my budget by $250. I know the blacks are probably not as good as a Panasonic, or Samsung. I am a big believer in "you get what you pay for", If the Panny X1 50" was still $699 ($744 + $20 shipping as I type this) today I prob would have gotten that and they onkyo 3200 HTiB for $299. But it wasnt, and I think I have done the right thing by going 1080p, since the PS3 will get some heavy use on the TV for movies and Games. Even if my viewing distance is 10-12 feet away, Atleast now I can save some $$$ and maybe get a stereo better than the Onkyo HT-S3200

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