Sony or Samsung? - Blu-ray Forum

s72450 · 12-09-2009, 02:14 AM

Wal-Mart has both the Sony BDP 5360 and the Samsung BDP 1590 for the same price. Which model is the better product? The only thing I have a concern about is that it appears the Sony doesn't have a USB port, at least that I could see on the box, can anyone confirm if it does or does not haveone? The Samsung model has a USB port clearly visible on the front of the player.

Thanks so much! I'm really excited about this since it's my first BR player.

Blu Titan · 12-09-2009, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s72450

Wal-Mart has both the Sony BDP 5360 and the Samsung BDP 1590 for the same price. Which model is the better product? The only thing I have a concern about is that it appears the Sony doesn't have a USB port, at least that I could see on the box, can anyone confirm if it does or does not haveone? The Samsung model has a USB port clearly visible on the front of the player.

Thanks so much! I'm really excited about this since it's my first BR player.

Sorry, no USB port on the Sony.

s72450 · 12-09-2009, 03:06 AM

Okay that seals it, Samsung for me. Thanks for answering that!

eiker_ir · 12-09-2009, 04:26 AM

Sony has one in the back

s72450 · 12-09-2009, 04:50 AM

Are you sure? I was looking at a display model and did not see one.

groove93 · 12-09-2009, 12:12 PM

The Sony has a recessed USB port on the back of the player, just like the S350.

MrRoy · 12-09-2009, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by groove93

The Sony has a recessed USB port on the back of the player, just like the S350.

The USB port on the Sony is strictly for BD Live storage. However, I still think the OP would enjoy the Sony over the Samsung. I have the 350 and have NEVER had an issue with firmware, playback, etc.

ScarredLungs · 12-09-2009, 12:39 PM

If it comes down to the wire, go with Sony. They have great customer service.

eiker_ir · 12-09-2009, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrRoy

The USB port on the Sony is strictly for BD Live storage.

yeah but the OP didn't really say what he wanted the USB port for. And i agree, go with the Sony imo.

groove93 · 12-09-2009, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrRoy

The USB port on the Sony is strictly for BD Live storage. However, I still think the OP would enjoy the Sony over the Samsung. I have the 350 and have NEVER had an issue with firmware, playback, etc.

I own the player, i know what it can and cannot do.

bhampton · 12-09-2009, 03:06 PM

Based on my experience trying to help a friend with his Samsung and also reading endless horror stories about Samsung players on here,... I would say Sony no question.

-Brian

MrRoy · 12-09-2009, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by groove93

I own the player, i know what it can and cannot do.

Sorry you took offense to my comments. I was just trying to clarify.

s72450 · 12-09-2009, 10:11 PM

The reason I want a USP port is because I don't have WiFi and would need to put my updates on a flash drive to install them on the BR Player.

JimSD · 12-09-2009, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s72450

The reason I want a USP port is because I don't have WiFi and would need to put my updates on a flash drive to install them on the BR Player.

The Sony doesn't do updates via USB. If you don't do a network update, you burn the update file to a CD.

Not sure if Samsung is better these days, but historically Sony has had fewer compatibility problems and have been faster with firmware updates when there is a problem.

callas01 · 12-09-2009, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s72450

The reason I want a USP port is because I don't have WiFi and would need to put my updates on a flash drive to install them on the BR Player.

there is an ethernet connection on the back of the sony for firmware upgrades and accessing the internet. the USB port is usually just for adding external storage devices so when it does BD-live and PIP stuff.

From the samsung site

Quote:

Built-in Ethernet Connection
BD profile 2.0 interactivity lets you download the latest firmware upgrades and more with just a click of a button. Making firmware upgrades simple and easy, you can continually upgrade the BD-P1600 with the latest features.

djc11369 · 12-10-2009, 12:01 AM

You can also request an update disc from Sony if you don't want to do the ethernet connect or burning your own disc. I have the S360 and had a Samsung. If you want a player with a lot of bells and whistles go with the Samsung. If you want a player that's reliable and actually plays movies consistently without issues get the Sony.

Trip · 12-10-2009, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimSD

The Sony doesn't do updates via USB. If you don't do a network update, you burn the update file to a CD.

Not sure if Samsung is better these days, but historically Sony has had fewer compatibility problems and have been faster with firmware updates when there is a problem.

+1 My first DVD player was a Samsung and was a piece of shit. It wouldn't play half the discs and the other half were pixelated to death. Replaced it with a Sony and never had the same problem again.

Samsung may have come a long was since then, but I'm still convinced that a Sony player beats a Samsung.

TV's, on the other hand.....

moviefan · 12-10-2009, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by s72450

Okay that seals it, Samsung for me. Thanks for answering that!

Just hope you NEVER need customer support ... SAMSUCK IS THE WORST!

I had a Sony (S-550) and it was great, but the OPPO is the top dog now!

MrRoy · 12-10-2009, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trip

+1 My first DVD player was a Samsung and was a piece of shit. It wouldn't play half the discs and the other half were pixelated to death. Replaced it with a Sony and never had the same problem again.

Samsung may have come a long was since then, but I'm still convinced that a Sony player beats a Samsung.

TV's, on the other hand.....

You did NOT just go there...

cawgijoe · 12-10-2009, 12:31 PM

I will throw my 2 cents in with Sony. I have both the PS3 and a S350 and have had no issues.

12-09-2009, 02:14 AM	#1
s72450 Active Member Member since:Jul 2009	Sony or Samsung? Wal-Mart has both the Sony BDP 5360 and the Samsung BDP 1590 for the same price. Which model is the better product? The only thing I have a concern about is that it appears the Sony doesn't have a USB port, at least that I could see on the box, can anyone confirm if it does or does not haveone? The Samsung model has a USB port clearly visible on the front of the player. Thanks so much! I'm really excited about this since it's my first BR player.

Similar Threads
thread	Forum	Thread Starter	Replies	Last Post
Samsung or Sony?	Plasma TVs	Member-38947	9	11-30-2009 05:02 PM
Samsung or Sony.....?	Display Theory and Discussion	ScarredLungs	35	11-15-2008 08:35 AM
Sony vs. Samsung.	Home Theater General Discussion	predator0187	15	01-23-2008 03:36 AM
Sony vs Samsung	Display Theory and Discussion	Blindpilot	38	01-05-2008 04:09 PM
Sony Or Samsung?!	Blu-ray Players and Recorders	dontbenosey2003	29	11-01-2007 04:07 PM

12-09-2009, 03:06 AM	#3
s72450 Active Member Member since:Jul 2009	Okay that seals it, Samsung for me. Thanks for answering that!

12-09-2009, 04:26 AM	#4
eiker_ir Active Member Member since:Jan 2009 Blu-ray collection:194 Trading Score:20	Sony has one in the back

12-09-2009, 04:50 AM	#5
s72450 Active Member Member since:Jul 2009	Are you sure? I was looking at a display model and did not see one.

12-09-2009, 12:12 PM	#6
groove93 Expert Member Member since:Dec 2008 Home Theater Gallery:74 4K collection:44 Blu-ray collection:162	The Sony has a recessed USB port on the back of the player, just like the S350.

12-09-2009, 12:39 PM	#8
ScarredLungs Blu-ray Champion Top contributor Member since:Dec 2007 Location:Utah 4K collection:65 Blu-ray collection:1433 Prime collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:4	If it comes down to the wire, go with Sony. They have great customer service.

12-09-2009, 03:06 PM	#11
bhampton Blu-ray Count Member since:Aug 2007 4K collection:981 Blu-ray collection:2537 DVD collection:67 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:18	Based on my experience trying to help a friend with his Samsung and also reading endless horror stories about Samsung players on here,... I would say Sony no question. -Brian

12-09-2009, 10:11 PM	#13
s72450 Active Member Member since:Jul 2009	The reason I want a USP port is because I don't have WiFi and would need to put my updates on a flash drive to install them on the BR Player.

12-10-2009, 12:01 AM	#16
djc11369 Active Member Member since:Apr 2009 Location:NY	You can also request an update disc from Sony if you don't want to do the ethernet connect or burning your own disc. I have the S360 and had a Samsung. If you want a player with a lot of bells and whistles go with the Samsung. If you want a player that's reliable and actually plays movies consistently without issues get the Sony.

12-10-2009, 12:31 PM	#20
cawgijoe Special Member Member since:Feb 2007 Trading Score:1	I will throw my 2 cents in with Sony. I have both the PS3 and a S350 and have had no issues.

Best Blu-ray Movie Deals