Planet Earth on Blu-ray... Anyone own it? - Blu-ray Forum

Leo1016 · 06-07-2007, 05:49 PM

I've been thinking about getting Planet Earth on blu-ray. I saw a few episodes on the Discovery channel earlier this year but only on a standard definition television (didn't have my HDTV yet) and I could only imagine what it would look like on HD.

Now that I have a blu-ray player and Planet Earth is on blu-ray, I might consider purchasing the $70 discs.

Does anyone actually own this title and vouch for its quality? I read some reviews and they say it looks stunning.
Just wanted your guys' input.

Thanks
-Leo

nhaase · 06-07-2007, 05:56 PM

Do a search on the forums page, as many people own this. Doing that will lead you to many reviews of it on here.

In a nutshell: Yes, buy it. It's a great demo piece, the show itself is amazing, and the HD quality only makes it more of a deal.

haushausman · 06-07-2007, 05:57 PM

I spoon with my copy on a nightly basis... does that help?

Lsalas76 · 06-07-2007, 06:02 PM

I own it but IMO, I didn't think it was all that stunning and I have a 1080HDTV connected via HDMI cable to my ps3. I actually think it looked better on the Discovery Channel, but thats just me. Then again I think there may also be something wrong with my TV because again IMO, most of my blu-rays don't look at that great either

Scorxpion · 06-07-2007, 06:07 PM

I disagree with you .PE on Blu-Ray does look Gorgeous .

this is the latest review on hometheaterspot.com

link:http://www.hometheaterspot.com/fusio...hp?tid/137403/

quote:

"VIDEO:
This is nearly a perfect presentation all around, but the VC-1 encoded discs show some minor flaws, which is to be expected with over 550 minutes of footage filmed. To call the video awe-inspiring is an understatement though. Whether it is the views from space, the underwater depths, the Grand Canyon, or Mount Everest, there are enough jaw dropping scenes to make this one of the greatest sets of visual demo discs available on any format. But spread throughout the presentation is some minor banding and some slight pixelation. In reality though, this video presentation is really a 4.99 when taken as a whole"

It is highly recommended on BD

bluflu · 06-07-2007, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by haushausman

I spoon with my copy on a nightly basis... does that help?

You've convinced me to buy ten more copies.

Blu-Ray Buckeye · 06-07-2007, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by lsalas76

I own it but IMO, I didn't think it was all that stunning and I have a 1080HDTV connected via HDMI cable to my ps3. I actually think it looked better on the Discovery Channel, but thats just me. Then again I think there may also be something wrong with my TV because again IMO, most of my blu-rays don't look at that great either

This is definitely a TV issue.

It clearly is superior to the TV presentation although it is not the best blu-ray I have (PotC). Worth buying though.

DrinkMore · 06-07-2007, 06:18 PM

My copy just shipped from DeepDiscountDVD today. Should be here soon. Worth the wait.

bluflu · 06-07-2007, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by DrinkMore

My copy just shipped from DeepDiscountDVD today. Should be here soon. Worth the wait.

$53 with "supersale" code at deepdiscount is probably the best price going.

BTBuck1 · 06-07-2007, 06:24 PM

some of the pulsing artifacts are so distracting, it's difficult for me to reccomend. But then it's so damn interesting and otherwise awesome..that I give it 1 thumb up!

movies3 · 06-07-2007, 06:29 PM

its 66 bucks at amazon just letting you know

jermwhl · 06-07-2007, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lsalas76

Then again I think there may also be something wrong with my TV because again IMO, most of my blu-rays don't look at that great either

Definately your TV!!!!

slee915 · 06-07-2007, 07:11 PM

I own it and I love it.

Blu Tiger · 06-07-2007, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by haushausman

I spoon with my copy on a nightly basis... does that help?

You've convinced me to eat with a fork.

DrinkMore · 06-07-2007, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bluflu

$53 with "supersale" code at deepdiscount is probably the best price going.

Hell yeah it is. I can wait the extra days for the free shipping. Saved myself 15 bux compared to Amazon or 48 bux compared to Best Buy.

movies3 · 06-07-2007, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DrinkMore

Hell yeah it is. I can wait the extra days for the free shipping. Saved myself 15 bux compared to Amazon or 48 bux compared to Best Buy.

not bad at all

DrinkMore · 06-07-2007, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by movies3

not bad at all

Nope

Lsalas76 · 06-07-2007, 08:10 PM

wal-mart online had it for $66.87 when it first came out, but I'm not sure if the store has them for that price, or if they are still even on sale. Thats where I got mine from and shipping was pretty fast too.

Frode · 06-07-2007, 08:17 PM

In addition to the pulsating artifacting there's also banding in places. So no, it's not perfect. Other than that though it's quite good.

MatrixS2000 · 06-07-2007, 08:35 PM

Like everyone mentioned there is some artifacting and banding but it is still pretty good.

BTW, mine is up for trade as I have watched it...

06-07-2007, 05:49 PM	#1
Leo1016 Member Member since:Jun 2007	Planet Earth on Blu-ray... Anyone own it? I've been thinking about getting Planet Earth on blu-ray. I saw a few episodes on the Discovery channel earlier this year but only on a standard definition television (didn't have my HDTV yet) and I could only imagine what it would look like on HD. Now that I have a blu-ray player and Planet Earth is on blu-ray, I might consider purchasing the $70 discs. Does anyone actually own this title and vouch for its quality? I read some reviews and they say it looks stunning. Just wanted your guys' input. Thanks -Leo

06-07-2007, 08:10 PM	#18
Lsalas76 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:USA 4K collection:391 Blu-ray collection:831 DVD collection:29 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:225	wal-mart online had it for $66.87 when it first came out, but I'm not sure if the store has them for that price, or if they are still even on sale. Thats where I got mine from and shipping was pretty fast too. Last edited by Lsalas76; 06-07-2007 at 08:31 PM.

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06-07-2007, 05:56 PM	#2
nhaase Special Member Member since:Mar 2007 Trading Score:2	Do a search on the forums page, as many people own this. Doing that will lead you to many reviews of it on here. In a nutshell: Yes, buy it. It's a great demo piece, the show itself is amazing, and the HD quality only makes it more of a deal.

06-07-2007, 05:57 PM	#3
haushausman Special Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Chicago Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:343 Blu-ray reviews: 5	I spoon with my copy on a nightly basis... does that help?

06-07-2007, 06:02 PM	#4
Lsalas76 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:USA 4K collection:391 Blu-ray collection:831 DVD collection:29 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:225	I own it but IMO, I didn't think it was all that stunning and I have a 1080HDTV connected via HDMI cable to my ps3. I actually think it looked better on the Discovery Channel, but thats just me. Then again I think there may also be something wrong with my TV because again IMO, most of my blu-rays don't look at that great either

06-07-2007, 06:07 PM	#5
Scorxpion Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2006 Location:Middle East,Lebanon Blu-ray collection:57	I disagree with you .PE on Blu-Ray does look Gorgeous . this is the latest review on hometheaterspot.com link:http://www.hometheaterspot.com/fusio...hp?tid/137403/ quote: "VIDEO: This is nearly a perfect presentation all around, but the VC-1 encoded discs show some minor flaws, which is to be expected with over 550 minutes of footage filmed. To call the video awe-inspiring is an understatement though. Whether it is the views from space, the underwater depths, the Grand Canyon, or Mount Everest, there are enough jaw dropping scenes to make this one of the greatest sets of visual demo discs available on any format. But spread throughout the presentation is some minor banding and some slight pixelation. In reality though, this video presentation is really a 4.99 when taken as a whole" It is highly recommended on BD

06-07-2007, 06:18 PM	#8
DrinkMore Banned Member since:Apr 2007 Location:That's What She Said! Blu-ray collection:140 Blu-ray reviews:7 Trading Score:3	My copy just shipped from DeepDiscountDVD today. Should be here soon. Worth the wait.

06-07-2007, 06:24 PM	#10
BTBuck1 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2006 Location:Oceanside, CA. Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:1	some of the pulsing artifacts are so distracting, it's difficult for me to reccomend. But then it's so damn interesting and otherwise awesome..that I give it 1 thumb up!

06-07-2007, 06:29 PM	#11
movies3 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jul 2006 Location:KY Blu-ray collection:5 Blu-ray reviews:56	its 66 bucks at amazon just letting you know

06-07-2007, 07:11 PM	#13
slee915 Senior Member Member since:May 2007 4K collection:20 Blu-ray collection:985 Blu-ray reviews:10	I own it and I love it.

06-07-2007, 08:17 PM	#19
Frode Special Member Member since:Feb 2007	In addition to the pulsating artifacting there's also banding in places. So no, it's not perfect. Other than that though it's quite good.

06-07-2007, 08:35 PM	#20
MatrixS2000 Power Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Toronto, Canada 4K collection:48 Blu-ray collection:305 Trading Score:6	Like everyone mentioned there is some artifacting and banding but it is still pretty good. BTW, mine is up for trade as I have watched it...

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