28 Days Later - PQ - Blu-ray Forum

kakwvu · 10-10-2007, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by CJS234

ROFL I hated that. You could barely even notice the grain on 300 it was so MINIMAL. Youd have to be looking for it to notice it.

Sarcasm, right?

So I know that 28 Days Later will be low PQ, but 28WL has grain like 300? If so, I'm taking it back and I'll just stick to the SDVD.

zombieking · 10-10-2007, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by kakwvu

Sarcasm, right?

So I know that 28 Days Later will be low PQ, but 28WL has grain like 300? If so, I'm taking it back and I'll just stick to the SDVD.

So for a few dollars less you'll go with the same amount of grain, yet a less detailed picture?

Westifire · 10-10-2007, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by kakwvu

Sarcasm, right?

So I know that 28 Days Later will be low PQ, but 28WL has grain like 300? If so, I'm taking it back and I'll just stick to the SDVD.

Yep. That's the way it was intended.

In fact, you should take back your BD player because they're releasing an update that adds intentional grain to all movies played. Yes, including DVDs if you're using a PS3.

kakwvu · 10-10-2007, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Westifire

Yep. That's the way it was intended.

In fact, you should take back your BD player because they're releasing an update that adds intentional grain to all movies played. Yes, including DVDs if you're using a PS3.

Because that is what I'm griping about, all movies. Get a grip. 300 looked absolutely ridiculous when I watched it compared to what I saw in the theater. I saw 28 Weeks Later in the theater as well and I'll be rather upset if I see the same thing happen to this movie where the director turns the grain up a few notches and ruins fine detail. I know it is director's intent, but it can be ridiculous at times.

And no, I wouldn't buy the SDVD instead of the BRD. I've already seen both and was just buying them to add to the collection and showcase the TV (notsomuch with 28 Days Later though).

Therickus · 10-10-2007, 01:02 AM

So yeah...I knew about the poor qualiety before popping it in. Still have to say I am sad. All but five minutes ofthe movie looks worse than SDVD. The last five minutes makes me think of what could have been. Ah well, still a fantastic movie, and I am glad it is Blu exclusive. On to the sequal.....

(will be the third new Blu I have seen today.....all after putting in 9 hours at work)

Gamma_Winstead · 10-10-2007, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by kakwvu

Sarcasm, right?

So I know that 28 Days Later will be low PQ, but 28WL has grain like 300? If so, I'm taking it back and I'll just stick to the SDVD.

Not nearly as bad. Some scenes will be grainy while others are absolutely dazzling.

kakwvu · 10-10-2007, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by gamma626

Not nearly as bad. Some scenes will be grainy while others are absolutely dazzling.

Good. If more people said "like 300," I would have no problem in taking it back and waiting for it to drop in price ($35 is a lot to drop for a movie).

Gamma_Winstead · 10-10-2007, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by kakwvu

Good. If more people said "like 300," I would have no problem in taking it back and waiting for it to drop in price ($35 is a lot to drop for a movie).

if a get it from best buy it is on sale for 29.99

kakwvu · 10-10-2007, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by gamma626

if a get it from best buy it is on sale for 29.99

Sticker says $34.99 on each.

Gamma_Winstead · 10-10-2007, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by kakwvu

Sticker says $34.99 on each.

my sticker said the same... Got it for 29.99

supersix4 · 10-10-2007, 01:53 AM

noo lets not turn this into a 300 grain thread lol

kakwvu · 10-10-2007, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by supersix14

noo lets not turn this into a 300 grain thread lol

Are you reading? 300 was a comparison.

eRICH · 10-10-2007, 02:25 AM

2 grain or not to grain... sorry lame I know. But let's be honest FOX is releasing movies on BLU

or maybe you would rather not have any FOX titles at all? I have these ordered from Amazon should be here in a few days. I don't mind the grain... I'M JUST EXCITED TO WATCH THESE MOVIES IN BLU! so in closing as my Grandpa would say quit yer *****'n!!!!!!

supersix4 · 10-10-2007, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by kakwvu

Are you reading? 300 was a comparison.

are you? I said lets not TURN this into a thread about that and get everyone started on 300 grain.... get with it cool guy

Branden · 10-10-2007, 02:24 PM

short answer please: does the 28 Days BD have better PQ/AQ than the DVD?
i really liked the movie, but i won't buy the BD if its essentially indistinguishable from the DVD i've already got.

blukrank · 10-10-2007, 02:34 PM

Its to bad that picture is only slightly better then the DVD version.To late to cancel my copy of 28 Day's Later as it has already been shipped from Amazon as well has 28 Weeks.They should be in my hands this afternoon.

Lord_Stewie · 10-10-2007, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by supersix14

noo lets not turn this into a 300 grain thread lol

the film was very grainy. i felt like eating some grain.

no SERIOUSLY!!!

edgebsl · 10-10-2007, 02:51 AM

How was the audio? That may having been the one thing this title on blu could offer.

Just a note, while someone listed it as PAL 720x576i.
What you see in this movie isnt that.

First of all that camera has a 4:3 sensor. So its widescreen mode loses some res.

Second it's Frame mode isnt true 25p...so thats a hit in resolution.
That's why we traded up for the Canon XL2..which had a full resolution 16:9 mode and true 24p. In short The Xl1 falls short of what's capable on standard dvd.

Not saying its a bad movie but I would argue that its never "the directors intended vision" to get a standard mini dv "look". That's a budget restraint.

If someone wants a grainy look then 16mm is a good option.Or underexposing 35mm and using push process in the developing. I think film grain can be beautiful. Pixelization..not so beautiful.

statikcat · 10-10-2007, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by edgebsl

Just a note, while someone listed it as PAL 720x576i.
What you see in this movie isnt that.

First of all that camera has a 4:3 sensor. So its widescreen mode loses some res.

I am pretty sure the Canon XL the movie was shot with has a widescreen lens you can attach.

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Originally Posted by edgebsl

Not saying its a bad movie but I would argue that its never "the directors intended vision" to get a standard mini dv "look". That's a budget restraint.

You think Danny Boyle had a budget restraint that limited him to a Canon DV worth 3 grand?!? Are you serious? This movie had an 8 million dollar budget man..the camera was chosen on purpose. This is successful film director .. not some nobody.

erowe83 · 10-10-2007, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by statikcat

I am pretty sure the Canon XL the movie was shot with has a widescreen lens you can attach.

You think Danny Boyle had a budget restraint that limited him to a Canon DV worth 3 grand?!? Are you serious? This movie had an 8 million dollar budget man.. the camera was chosen on purpose. This is successful film director .. not some nobody.

HAHAHA, this was definetly Boyle's intent.

10-10-2007, 01:02 AM	#5
Therickus Power Member Member since:Jun 2007 Blu-ray collection:230 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:5	So yeah...I knew about the poor qualiety before popping it in. Still have to say I am sad. All but five minutes ofthe movie looks worse than SDVD. The last five minutes makes me think of what could have been. Ah well, still a fantastic movie, and I am glad it is Blu exclusive. On to the sequal.....(will be the third new Blu I have seen today.....all after putting in 9 hours at work)

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10-10-2007, 01:53 AM	#11
supersix4 Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Blu-ray collection:572 Blu-ray reviews: 53 Trading Score:3	noo lets not turn this into a 300 grain thread lol

10-10-2007, 02:25 AM	#13
eRICH Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Midwest Blu-ray reviews:1	2 grain or not to grain... sorry lame I know. But let's be honest FOX is releasing movies on BLU or maybe you would rather not have any FOX titles at all? I have these ordered from Amazon should be here in a few days. I don't mind the grain... I'M JUST EXCITED TO WATCH THESE MOVIES IN BLU! so in closing as my Grandpa would say quit yer *****'n!!!!!!

10-10-2007, 02:24 PM	#15
Branden Senior Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Calgary, Alberta 4K collection:28 Blu-ray collection:559	short answer please: does the 28 Days BD have better PQ/AQ than the DVD? i really liked the movie, but i won't buy the BD if its essentially indistinguishable from the DVD i've already got.

10-10-2007, 02:34 PM	#16
blukrank Senior Member Member since:Mar 2006 Location:MO Blu-ray collection:224 Blu-ray reviews:5	Its to bad that picture is only slightly better then the DVD version.To late to cancel my copy of 28 Day's Later as it has already been shipped from Amazon as well has 28 Weeks.They should be in my hands this afternoon.

10-10-2007, 02:51 AM	#18
edgebsl Active Member Member since:Sep 2007 Blu-ray collection:3	How was the audio? That may having been the one thing this title on blu could offer. Just a note, while someone listed it as PAL 720x576i. What you see in this movie isnt that. First of all that camera has a 4:3 sensor. So its widescreen mode loses some res. Second it's Frame mode isnt true 25p...so thats a hit in resolution. That's why we traded up for the Canon XL2..which had a full resolution 16:9 mode and true 24p. In short The Xl1 falls short of what's capable on standard dvd. Not saying its a bad movie but I would argue that its never "the directors intended vision" to get a standard mini dv "look". That's a budget restraint. If someone wants a grainy look then 16mm is a good option.Or underexposing 35mm and using push process in the developing. I think film grain can be beautiful. Pixelization..not so beautiful.

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