My head hurts...help me pick a TV :( - Blu-ray Forum

jc480 · 12-06-2008, 08:58 PM

DLP vs Plasma vs LCD
Sony vs Samsung vs Panasonic

I've read so much on these TVs that I'm now in vapor lock as to what to buy. Let me spell out my parameters and I'm hoping you guys can give me some guidance....

Media: Blu-Ray movies, some TV and various sporting events like football, BB & Hockey

TV Wall: 10 feet tall, 13 feet wide

Viewing distance: 10 feet (couch perpendicular to TV ~ viewing 30 deg from the side) and chair (viewing straight on)

Room as two windows and a patio door on the right side which we have shades on but it doesn't totally block out light

Budget: Under $2,500

I love the idea of a 70" TV but I think that might be too big for this room and when I see DLP sets at the store they look dark and shitty :/

I can buy a TV tomorrow or wait until after X-mas. If I can save a few $$$ waiting, that'll work. I just don't know what the seasonal pricing of TVs are like.

I'm leaning towards a Sony 52" XBR series, although the 52W4100 or w/e looks okay...but I guess there's a difference in picture quality? I have no problem in spending a few extra bucks to get a more immersive picture

Beta Man · 12-06-2008, 10:56 PM

I have a DLP projector, and 2 LCD televisions, and my suggestion would be to get a Panasonic Plasma........

It's up to you though, But I'd get a Plasma, whether it be a panasonic or not actually

Anti-SD · 12-06-2008, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beta Man

I have a DLP projector, and 2 LCD televisions, and my suggestion would be to get a Panasonic Plasma........

It's up to you though, But I'd get a Plasma, whether it be a panasonic or not actually

+1.

You can't go wrong with a Panny Plasma.

DrinkMore · 12-06-2008, 11:28 PM

Was in the same boat as you. Finally decided on a Panasonic Plasma - 50". The 58" was too big. Yes, too big!

Anti-SD · 12-07-2008, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrinkMore

Was in the same boat as you. Finally decided on a Panasonic Plasma - 50". The 58" was too big. Yes, too big!

50" would do my living room fine.

Anything bigger and I would have to move out!

jc480 · 12-07-2008, 12:39 AM

Anyone got a Panasonic Plasma model number I can look at?

And thanks for the input.

crackinhedz · 12-07-2008, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Anyone got a Panasonic Plasma model number I can look at?

px80u is 720p

these are 1080p:

pz80u
pz85u
pz800u
pz850u

ixlegitballinxl · 12-07-2008, 05:45 AM

Sony or samsung lcd

sony xbr6 52 inch
samsung ToC 52 inch

redlikefire02 · 12-07-2008, 07:49 AM

samsung for LCD hands down, theyve really taken over with quality in 2008 .. but the panasonic 800 or 850u would be my top choices for that budget no question. hope this helps.

teunis · 12-07-2008, 10:05 PM

How about this bad boy?
Sharp 65" Aquos Limited Edition.
5 HDMI's
120Hz
LED LCD

I almost cam when I saw it.

DrinkMore · 12-07-2008, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

px80u is 720p

these are 1080p:

pz80u
pz85u
pz800u
pz850u

Yup. Went with the PZ800U. Shipping out Monday from Amazon.

GoYanks · 12-07-2008, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrinkMore

Yup. Went with the PZ800U. Shipping out Monday from Amazon.

congrats. I'm jealous.

PanasonicPlasmaMan · 12-07-2008, 10:30 PM

go with the Panasonic 800u

DrinkMore · 12-08-2008, 01:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoYanks

congrats. I'm jealous.

Yeah, 50" of goodness! I can't wait. It's going to be really nice to be able to watch a plasma again. Have been watching a 32" LCD for over a year. Was watching a 42" Samsung plasma prior. After sitting down and watching the Panasonic at Best Buy, I was in heaven again.

Colglizity · 12-08-2008, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrinkMore

Yeah, 50" of goodness! I can't wait. It's going to be really nice to be able to watch a plasma again. Have been watching a 32" LCD for over a year. Was watching a 42" Samsung plasma prior. After sitting down and watching the Panasonic at Best Buy, I was in heaven again.

My dads got a 46" pz85u and it is awesome!!!!!

DrinkMore · 12-08-2008, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Colglizity

My dads got a 46" pz85u and it is awesome!!!!!

My brother has a 42". Can't remember what model it is. Only two and a half years old. No issues and the picture is superb. Panasonic makes good plasmas and good home phones.

12-06-2008, 08:58 PM	#1
jc480 Power Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Detroit, MI Home Theater Gallery:28 4K collection:22 Blu-ray collection:747 DVD collection:10 Digital collection:882 Prime collection:2 Blu-ray reviews:15	My head hurts...help me pick a TV :( DLP vs Plasma vs LCD Sony vs Samsung vs Panasonic I've read so much on these TVs that I'm now in vapor lock as to what to buy. Let me spell out my parameters and I'm hoping you guys can give me some guidance.... Media: Blu-Ray movies, some TV and various sporting events like football, BB & Hockey TV Wall: 10 feet tall, 13 feet wide Viewing distance: 10 feet (couch perpendicular to TV ~ viewing 30 deg from the side) and chair (viewing straight on) Room as two windows and a patio door on the right side which we have shades on but it doesn't totally block out light Budget: Under $2,500 I love the idea of a 70" TV but I think that might be too big for this room and when I see DLP sets at the store they look dark and shitty :/ I can buy a TV tomorrow or wait until after X-mas. If I can save a few $$$ waiting, that'll work. I just don't know what the seasonal pricing of TVs are like. I'm leaning towards a Sony 52" XBR series, although the 52W4100 or w/e looks okay...but I guess there's a difference in picture quality? I have no problem in spending a few extra bucks to get a more immersive picture Last edited by jc480; 12-06-2008 at 09:01 PM.

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12-06-2008, 10:56 PM	#2
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	I have a DLP projector, and 2 LCD televisions, and my suggestion would be to get a Panasonic Plasma........ It's up to you though, But I'd get a Plasma, whether it be a panasonic or not actually

12-06-2008, 11:28 PM	#4
DrinkMore Banned Member since:Apr 2007 Location:That's What She Said! Blu-ray collection:140 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:3	Was in the same boat as you. Finally decided on a Panasonic Plasma - 50". The 58" was too big. Yes, too big!

12-07-2008, 12:39 AM	#6
jc480 Power Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Detroit, MI Home Theater Gallery:28 4K collection:22 Blu-ray collection:747 DVD collection:10 Digital collection:882 Prime collection:2 Blu-ray reviews:15	Anyone got a Panasonic Plasma model number I can look at? And thanks for the input.

12-07-2008, 05:45 AM	#8
ixlegitballinxl Banned Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Magic Kingdom, FL Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:631 Trading Score:22	Sony or samsung lcd sony xbr6 52 inch samsung ToC 52 inch

12-07-2008, 07:49 AM	#9
redlikefire02 Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:69 Blu-ray reviews:6	samsung for LCD hands down, theyve really taken over with quality in 2008 .. but the panasonic 800 or 850u would be my top choices for that budget no question. hope this helps.

12-07-2008, 10:30 PM	#13
PanasonicPlasmaMan Special Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:California Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:25 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:18	go with the Panasonic 800u

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