I need help deciding on a new TV

[Blu-ray San]

Fellow Blu'ers!!

I'm currently in the market for a new LCD TV to replace my tried and true 1080i 32" Philips. Don't get me wrong it looks great playing blu-ray movies but I'm not getting the full experience with it.

I'm currently looking for a 40" to 46" LCD from Sony or Sharp. I'm pretty picky when it comes to great picture and I really haven't seen anything better than the Sony 46" XBR 1080p, however it's almost $3600 and I can't afford that.

Anyone have any suggestions?

[stockstar1138]

don't get a sharp if you are picky about PQ, unless its one of the new ones, which are not cheap. i really, really, really have to reccomend my samsung ln-t4065f (lcd). its got a 15000:1 contrast ratio, litterly has blacks as good as a plasma, it comes equiped with all the nessecary bells and whistles such as PiP (my last sharp didn't have it), if you are a gamer, they've got game mode which allows the console to do all the image processing, not the TV, which makes for a better experience. god i sound like a samsung shill on here and i got mine for $1750 at CC. anyways i'd actually reccomend the Sony in terms of quality over the Samsung, but its so expensive. I don't like Sharps at all, i had one and it sucked.

[russ]

You can get the Sony XBRs from Amazon for a lot less than their list. A 46" xbr2 runs around what, $2300? And consider you will likely not be paying sales tax on it, and sometimes luck out and get free "white glove" shipping and it is a pretty solid deal.

[slpbird]

Samsung Makes Very Good Displays. Also Have Read In All Of The Home Audio And Video Magazines The The Human Eye Can Not Distinguish The Differance Between 1080i Or 1080p On Displays 50 Inches Or Smaller Unless You Watch Tv From 2 Feet Away.

[bg182]

Some of the new Toshibas are really awesome. You should check them out. You get a great picture but dont pay the Sony price. Its funny I watch blu-ray movies on a Toshiba Check them out though

[tron3]

You really seem to like Sony. Picture quality wise, you would probably be happiest with a Sony.

Remember, don't get a TV that is too large for the room, if that isn't the case, I think the 40" Sony is a nice compromise. That is still 8" more than your current 32" HD-TV.

Still too pricey? Look at Panasonic. If I couldn't buy Sony I would get Panasonic. Built to last.

[Blu-ray San]

Yea but shouldn't true HD enthusiasts be watching on a 40" and higher screen?

I'll be checking out the Samsung ln-t4065f and Sony XBR on Amazon...thanks guys!!

anymore more suggestions?

[tron3]

Originally Posted by Blu-ray San

Yea but shouldn't true HD enthusiasts be watching on a 40" and higher screen?

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anymore more suggestions?

Here are long shots to find a tv. www.Refurbdepot.com www.Overstock.com

I consider myself a true HD enthusiast though I get 1080i at best.

[Blu-ray San]

Originally Posted by tron3

Here are long shots to find a tv. www.Refurbdepot.com www.Overstock.com

I consider myself a true HD enthusiast though I get 1080i at best.

I did find a great deal on the 40" Sony XBR Bravia I was looking for $1,749 on Amazon.com. It has 3 HDMI outs and is Full 1080p. Should I stick to my 32" 1080i Philips (which has outstanding picture btw) or go for the gold with Sony???

If I don't buy the Sony, I'll just be using that $$$ on blu-ray movies and more PS3 games

[jediknight182]

Originally Posted by Blu-ray San

Yea but shouldn't true HD enthusiasts be watching on a 40" and higher screen?

I'll be checking out the Samsung ln-t4065f and Sony XBR on Amazon...thanks guys!!

anymore more suggestions?

I just bought the Samsung LN-T4065F. I absolutely love it. One thing to note, unlike most LCDs the Sammy has a glossy screen. Be sure if you go for it that you do not have a window nearby or you might get some glare. Otherwise you will be more than happy with it.

[jtconnolly]

I think your okay fro right now, I would save your $ for the new Samsungs with the 1080p/24. Buy some Blu ray movies

[sokrman14]

Why is everyone moving to LCD? If you are really picky about picture quality and detail, then get a plasma. They do give you a better picture: faster refresh rate (no blur), loads better and more accurate color (more detail), 1080p available (just as sharp as LCD), usually cheaper (unless looking at 1080p sets, then they are the same). Panasonic makes a great 50" plasma, they also have a 42". They may give you some glare/reflection if your room has lots of windows. Don't worry about burn-in as much these days, it is becoming more rare. And it is rated at 100,000 hours, which is 42.5 years at 6.5 hours per day. Think about it.

[supersix4]

secondact.com is actually the best they even have if your really not looking to go too deep into hd a 46'' samsung 720p for 599.99 i consider them the best site to use + you can buy a warrenty or bulb replacement

[wem003]

Originally Posted by sokrman14

Why is everyone moving to LCD? If you are really picky about picture quality and detail, then get a plasma. They do give you a better picture: faster refresh rate (no blur), loads better and more accurate color (more detail), 1080p available (just as sharp as LCD), usually cheaper (unless looking at 1080p sets, then they are the same). Panasonic makes a great 50" plasma, they also have a 42". They may give you some glare/reflection if your room has lots of windows. Don't worry about burn-in as much these days, it is becoming more rare. And it is rated at 100,000 hours, which is 42.5 years at 6.5 hours per day. Think about it.

I'd be all over a plasma - but I have 7 windows in the room where the TV is and the glare is what is turning me off to it. I don't want to seal it up and live in a cave to watch tv.

[spam.curitiba]

I almost bought a sony 52" lcd tv before the saleman asked if I had any young kids.......

That changed my mind to getting the 60" rear projection tv......


....the reasoning behind changing to rear projection......the boy can throw something at the tv and it wont break....if I would have bought the lcd....most likely it would have been a gonner.

[supersix4]

Originally Posted by spam.curitiba

I almost bought a sony 52" lcd tv before the saleman asked if I had any young kids.......

That changed my mind to getting the 60" rear projection tv......


....the reasoning behind changing to rear projection......the boy can throw something at the tv and it wont break....if I would have bought the lcd....most likely it would have been a gonner.

I think hed be moving in with his aunts and uncles if he broke my tv lol

[pedigree]

Originally Posted by Blu-ray San

Fellow Blu'ers!!

I'm currently in the market for a new LCD TV to replace my tried and true 1080i 32" Philips. Don't get me wrong it looks great playing blu-ray movies but I'm not getting the full experience with it.

I'm currently looking for a 40" to 46" LCD from Sony or Sharp. I'm pretty picky when it comes to great picture and I really haven't seen anything better than the Sony 46" XBR 1080p, however it's almost $3600 and I can't afford that.

Anyone have any suggestions?

i like my samsung but i do get what your saying about not experiencing the full quality on my 1080i... depending on ur budget theres the same model as mine but its 40" and its 1080p full HD and its under 2 grand.
check it out:
http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/prodde...38&catid=24558

i was gonna get this one but it was a grand more than mine and figured i'd get the ps3 right away instead... thinkin back.. i cudda waited

[ground chuck]

i wouldn't recommend buying a sony, but there are plenty of people that will swear by them though. you need to do your own research and see what is better for you. i'm partial to samsung.

[supersix4]

you'll save lots at secondact.com or just wait for the new sony 70'' only 5999.99

[pedigree]

Originally Posted by ground chuck

i wouldn't recommend buying a sony, but there are plenty of people that will swear by them though. you need to do your own research and see what is better for you. i'm partial to samsung.

samsung is good but im finding its having a slight lagging on the sound sometimes...

and btw hows virtua fighter?