Panel Resolution: 1080p vs 1080i vs 720p - is there a difference??

[dobyblue]

Originally Posted by ascendedcobra

This whole thing is kind of silly. Why in the world wouldnt a capable 1080p set look better than a 720p set? More resolution = better picture. Does 70mm film look better than 35mm film? Yes because it has more resolution. Would anyone rather bluray players output 720p? I didnt think so.

I'm afraid you don't understand what makes a better picture.

If you think native panel resolution is the #1 deciding factor in what makes a better picture then you should just go ahead and pick up the cheapest 1080p panel you can find by Haier, Insignia, Sylvania, etc., etc., and be happy that you think you're getting a better picture than a 720p Sony/Pioneer/Samsung/Panasonic/Toshiba/etc.

If you are knowledgeable about what makes a better picture then you will have "panel resolution" far down your list behind ANSI contrast, motion resolution, colour accuracy, video processing, minimum luminance level, calibration options, etc., etc.

Your comment about 70mm film is irrelevant, because that is referring to the SOURCE.