720p or 1080p 32

[mares66]

im thinking of buying a either a 32" 720p Plasma or a 32" 1080p Plasma. Would I notice a difference on the 32" or are they the same looking.

[arush5268d]

Quite simply: no.

Even if you sat 6" away from the TV and could notice the difference - it surely wouldn't be worth the several hundred dollar price increase.

[JasonR]

Originally Posted by arush5268d

Quite simply: no.

Even if you sat 6" away from the TV and could notice the difference - it surely wouldn't be worth the several hundred dollar price increase.

Would be to me...

[arush5268d]

Originally Posted by JasonR

Would be to me...

For reals? On a 32" set?

[U4K61]

I see the difference using a 24" 1920x1200 computer monitor, why not on a 32" screen. Why do have to sit so far back when viewing a TV? At the correct distance, you will be well rewarded with 1080p.

Screen Size/Distance/Resolution Info.

• Viewing Distance Chart
• Visible Resolution Limits (photobucket.com)
• Distance/Resolution Thread

[My_Two_Cents]

Why a 32" plasma and who makes 'em? Get at least a 42" Pany. The price increase is not that much, and you will be happier in the long run with a bigger set, IMHO. If you are still set on a 32", then review the chart on this thread. Unless you plan to sit <5' from the screen, you probably will not notice a difference due to resolution alone.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showpost.p...4&postcount=18

[Go Blue]

Originally Posted by arush5268d

Quite simply: no.

Even if you sat 6" away from the TV and could notice the difference - it surely wouldn't be worth the several hundred dollar price increase.

I agree. On my last HDTV purchase, I upgraded quality (got a Pioneer plasma)and downgraded on resolution (768p) for the same price as a decent 1080p set and am very pleased. Sure, I would like 1080p, but if I can save a significant amount of money and get the same result, why not? Btw, I sit 12' feet away and it is a 50" TV.

To the OP, I really don't think you will notice any benefits of 1080p on a 32" set...unless you have your face preddes up against the screen.

[SS316SRV]

Is there a 32" 1080p plasma?

[dobyblue]

If you're sitting 4-5ft you should get benefit from 1080p on a 32" screen.

I can't think of any 32" plasma that I'd want to buy though. None of the good plasma makers make one that size, or a 32" 720p plasma for that matter.

Better off with the $899 32" 1080p Aquos - 32D64U - something like that.

For not much more you could get a 42" 1080p Panasonic though - that would be the best choice.

[Go Blue]

Originally Posted by dobyblue

If you're sitting 4-5ft you should get benefit from 1080p on a 32" screen.

I can't think of any 32" plasma that I'd want to buy though. None of the good plasma makers make one that size, or a 32" 720p plasma for that matter.

Better off with the $899 32" 1080p Aquos - 32D64U - something like that.

For not much more you could get a 42" 1080p Panasonic though - that would be the best choice.

Also, I think Costco is selling 42" 720p Panny plasmas for $800. I think they are the same as the PZ80u models. Great deal for the price, imo.

[dobyblue]

I think they're the same as the PX80 models, not the PZ's.
http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-e...00000000005702

[Go Blue]

Originally Posted by dobyblue

I think they're the same as the PX80 models, not the PZ's.
http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-e...00000000005702

Now that you mention it, I think you are right.

[TheZoof]

1080p in my opinion is a must.

[GyasiM]

I'm guessing your having this issue due to cost. Cause if not, you would simply go with 1080p whether there was a difference or not right. So, the question is how much is the upgrade really worth? For me. It comes down to use.

If this is a TV for the bedroom, then I would be happy saving the extra 300 bucks with the 720p. If this is going to be your Living room tv and the place to be on Game night and Movie night then i would go with the 1080p. If you don't watch the big game at your place, or you got a sweet PJ in basement, then save the cash, put it towards your next gift to yourself.

[My_Two_Cents]

Originally Posted by schultz

Also, I think Costco is selling 42" 720p Panny plasmas for $800. I think they are the same as the PZ80u models. Great deal for the price, imo.

Hmmm....The last time I looked, I thought the 720p Pany's at Costco were the 77 series with the awful anti-glare coating. I'm heading there after work to pick-up Predator for ~$12, so I'll check again.

[Go Blue]

Originally Posted by Ricshoe

Hmmm....The last time I looked, I thought the 720p Pany's at Costco were the 77 series with the awful anti-glare coating. I'm heading there after work to pick-up Predator for ~$12, so I'll check again.

The ones in AZ have the PX80 series.

Predator for $12??? I'm going to lunch early today...

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by TheZoof

1080p in my opinion is a must.

So if I want a 32" LCD to go above my bar..... to watch the game while playing foosball 12-14 feet away...... 1080p is "a must"

I guess since it's your opinion, you can qualify it without any important details or information.

[BergerForLife]

Originally Posted by Craig Ruchman

I see the difference using a 24" 1920x1200 computer monitor, even more so with a 32" HD screen. Why do have to sit so far back when watching a TV screen, but not a with computer monitor? It's the same thing. Sit up close enouf, and you will be well rewarded by having 1080p. Screen size/distance/resolution, works every time.

Get the 1080p 32" set.

Who's going to watch a 32" screen from 1-3 feet away? We sit closer to computers because we are looking for smaller things. It's pretty hard to read a letter on a 24" monitor across the room on a couch.

What people don't seem to understand is a lot of times what's making an image look really good isn't the resolution, but other qualities such as color. If you want an honest answer to the question go look at these two HDTVs and pick the one that looks the best to you. For the record i do doubt that 1080p alone will make a big difference, if any.

[dobyblue]

More importantly, if you're looking at a 32" plasma, it's likely a POS.
Regarding 1080p, if you're more than 6ft away you're not likely to get any benefit from a 1080p over a 720p.

[arush5268d]

Originally Posted by dobyblue

More importantly, if you're looking at a 32" plasma, it's likely a POS.
Regarding 1080p, if you're more than 6ft away you're not likely to get any benefit from a 1080p over a 720p.

+1 Especially at a 32" size


To everyone else: this OP isn't even active in this thread. Don't get all flustered in a thread like this.

To the OP - What will this TV be used for? As you can see - there are many different views and opinions on screen size / viewing distance / resolution. What a lot of it boils down to is what YOU like and what fits YOUR budget. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.