Help me pick a tv??? - Blu-ray Forum

jorjoskim · 12-28-2009, 04:01 AM

Hey guys,

I am looking to get a new LCD TV, and need help picking one. I would say my maximum price point would be maybe 1400.

I think the smallest screen size I would want would be about 46". The bigger the better.

120 hertz, 24p, and good black levels a major plus.

Mainly for Blus and Xbox

-Joe

Steve-O · 12-28-2009, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jorjoskim

Hey guys,

I am looking to get a new LCD TV, and need help picking one. I would say my maximum price point would be maybe 1400.

I think the smallest screen size I would want would be about 46". The bigger the better.

120 hertz, 24p, and good black levels a major plus.

Mainly for Blus and Xbox

-Joe

I thought you just bought an Panny S1 50 inch?

ScarredLungs · 12-28-2009, 04:37 AM

46 Sony Bravia 240hz $1400
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BRAVIA-KD...1978564&sr=1-5

callas01 · 12-28-2009, 05:04 AM

Read this article in this thread. It says that if using 120/240 hz tv with motion interpolation that there is a loss of PQ as a result, and that there isn't a big differnce between 120/240 hz and 60hz tvs.

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=122172

Therefore, I would concentrate more on brand quality and size over the refresh rates. If you want a straight 24p playback without using 3:2 pulldown then look at the Sonys, however, most of the better brands can process the 3:2 pulldown without any issues. I use a 60 hz TV and the pulldown is fine, I have bdp playing at 24 fps.

jorjoskim · 12-28-2009, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve-O

I thought you just bought an Panny S1 50 inch?

Yeah I did, but I'm having second thoughts about plasmas. I noticed that there has been some image retention/BI. I did not think that break in was necessary anymore, and now am trying to wipe away some retained images. I have only had the tv about a month and do not play games alot, but some hud seems stuck there.....

I don't know what to do....

blu-Is · 12-28-2009, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by cvm

46 sony bravia 240hz $1400
http://www.amazon.com/sony-bravia-kd...1978564&sr=1-5

+1

catblack · 12-29-2009, 02:01 AM

bravia

BReeves588 · 12-29-2009, 02:49 AM

The Pioneer KRP-500M at value electronic $1,700.00 shipped has the best picture and black level of any HDTV Set out there Right Now! The 2009-2010 HDTV Shootout Pioneer took the win from any HDTV LCD, Plasma, LED TV out there according to d-nice and avs forum and valueelectronics.com!

lojack1976 · 12-29-2009, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by BReeves588

The Pioneer KRP-500M at value electronic $1,700.00 shipped has the best picture and black level of any HDTV Set out there Right Now! The 2009-2010 HDTV Shootout Pioneer took the win from any HDTV LCD, Plasma, LED TV out there according to d-nice and avs forum and valueelectronics.com!

Good suggestion, but as far as I know Value Electronics is sold out of the KRP-500M. They don't even have it on the website anymore, and another member of the forum also stated that they no longer had any. The OP also stated that he was looking for an LCD and not another plasma. My suggestion to the OP is to increase the budget slightly and go for THIS 52" Sharp LED LCD for $1575 shipped. Its definitely worth spending the extra cash. Check Chad B.'s review HERE on this set and you will see that he was very impressed with its performance, and unlike most LCD's this one actually has extremely good viewing angles that don't wash out the picture.

steve1971 · 12-29-2009, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jorjoskim

Hey guys,

I am looking to get a new LCD TV, and need help picking one. I would say my maximum price point would be maybe 1400.

I think the smallest screen size I would want would be about 46". The bigger the better.

120 hertz, 24p, and good black levels a major plus.

Mainly for Blus and Xbox

-Joe

Hey Joe,

Try the Sony KDL46V5100. I have this tv and the blacks are superb, it has 120hz and 24p. Everything your looking for and its right in your price range. In fact you may be able to find them even cheaper due to the fact they are gonna be discontinued "they say" in 2010. Its an excellent HDTV.

jorjoskim · 01-17-2010, 07:57 AM

Went with the 52Z5100

landry_p2000 · 01-17-2010, 08:02 AM

I looked at that lcd today.....How much did that run you? I saw it at $2,049 today, and I am going to get it around the superbowl. Hoping for a good price.

satori1 · 01-17-2010, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by steve1971

Hey Joe,

Try the Sony KDL46V5100. I have this tv and the blacks are superb, it has 120hz and 24p. Everything your looking for and its right in your price range. In fact you may be able to find them even cheaper due to the fact they are gonna be discontinued "they say" in 2010. Its an excellent HDTV.

any other thoughts on this model?

Sony KDL46V5100

what else might you consider in this price range? $1100 or less

jorjoskim · 01-19-2010, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by landry_p2000

I looked at that lcd today.....How much did that run you? I saw it at $2,049 today, and I am going to get it around the superbowl. Hoping for a good price.

Well, I actually got it for $1550

It was complete luck on my part, I bought an open box unit that had never been out of the box! I guess some guy wanted them to open it that same day then got cold feet. It was there last one AND they are apparently discontinuing the model sooooooo I "haggled" with the guy for two hours..... But totally worth the time

jorjoskim · 01-19-2010, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by satori1

any other thoughts on this model?

Sony KDL46V5100

what else might you consider in this price range? $1100 or less

If there is a Fry's in your area, this week they are offering this TV http://www.amazon.com/LG-55LH40-55-Inch-1080p-120Hz/dp/B001VKYAK4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1263887381&sr =8-1 for $1099!!!!

That is an awesome deal for your price range!

landry_p2000 · 01-19-2010, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jorjoskim

Well, I actually got it for $1550

It was complete luck on my part, I bought an open box unit that had never been out of the box! I guess some guy wanted them to open it that same day then got cold feet. It was there last one AND they are apparently discontinuing the model sooooooo I "haggled" with the guy for two hours..... But totally worth the time

You lucky dog! What a great deal. Thats an awesome tv! Congrats! I am going back and forth between that model and the XBR9 46"-52" models.

I am going for the best deal I can find. Wish me luck!

steve1971 · 01-19-2010, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jorjoskim

Went with the 52Z5100

Excellent choice!

12-28-2009, 04:01 AM	#1
jorjoskim Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Brea, CA Blu-ray collection:167	Help me pick a tv??? Hey guys, I am looking to get a new LCD TV, and need help picking one. I would say my maximum price point would be maybe 1400. I think the smallest screen size I would want would be about 46". The bigger the better. 120 hertz, 24p, and good black levels a major plus. Mainly for Blus and Xbox -Joe

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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	46 Sony Bravia 240hz $1400 http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BRAVIA-KD...1978564&sr=1-5

12-28-2009, 05:04 AM	#4
callas01 Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2008 Location:Riverside, CA Home Theater Gallery:42 Blu-ray collection:230 DVD collection:47	Read this article in this thread. It says that if using 120/240 hz tv with motion interpolation that there is a loss of PQ as a result, and that there isn't a big differnce between 120/240 hz and 60hz tvs. https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=122172 Therefore, I would concentrate more on brand quality and size over the refresh rates. If you want a straight 24p playback without using 3:2 pulldown then look at the Sonys, however, most of the better brands can process the 3:2 pulldown without any issues. I use a 60 hz TV and the pulldown is fine, I have bdp playing at 24 fps.

12-29-2009, 02:01 AM	#7
catblack Junior Member Member since:Dec 2009	bravia

12-29-2009, 02:49 AM	#8
BReeves588 Junior Member Member since:Jul 2007 Blu-ray reviews:2	The Pioneer KRP-500M at value electronic $1,700.00 shipped has the best picture and black level of any HDTV Set out there Right Now! The 2009-2010 HDTV Shootout Pioneer took the win from any HDTV LCD, Plasma, LED TV out there according to d-nice and avs forum and valueelectronics.com!

01-17-2010, 07:57 AM	#11
jorjoskim Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Brea, CA Blu-ray collection:167	Went with the 52Z5100

01-17-2010, 08:02 AM	#12
landry_p2000 Blu-ray Ninja Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Asgard Home Theater Gallery:9 4K collection:118 Blu-ray collection:800 DVD collection:25 Blu-ray reviews: 19 Trading Score:1	I looked at that lcd today.....How much did that run you? I saw it at $2,049 today, and I am going to get it around the superbowl. Hoping for a good price.

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