Help me pick a TV :) Sony, Sammy, or Panny - Plasma or LCD - Blu-ray Forum

JaysDomain · 02-09-2008, 01:58 AM

Which of these do you think are better (or has the least amount of flaws)?
My budget for the TV is $2500; I need a 50+" with the best picture for the money (obviously).
Use: DirecTV HR20-700 (HD & SD), PS3/Blu-Ray/sDVD, Wii, Xbox 360; all run through an Onkyo 805, 1 HDMI cable to TV.

Samsung FP-T5084 (50" Plasma)
Sony KDL-52W3000 (52" LCD)
Panasonic TH-50PZ750U (50" Plasma)

I dont know a lot about the Sony model above but I really liked the picture; I am researching it now.
I was also considering the Sony KDS-60A3000 (which is a very nice RP) but it wasnt doing it for me; whites were dark, maybe a bad bulb but I prefer to stay away from the RP anyway (it was deffinatly the king of the RP's at BB though).

Help me decide and tell me why, or why not!

JasonR · 02-09-2008, 01:59 AM

Panasonic TH-50PZ750U
Sony KDL-52W3000
Sony KDS-60A3000
Samsung FP-T5084

In that order.

JaysDomain · 02-09-2008, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JasonR

Panasonic TH-50PZ750U
Sony KDS-60A3000
Sony KDL-52W3000
Samsung FP-T5084

In that order.

Why Sammy last (bad TV's or bad suport, or both; I've only ever used Sony's and never had a problem, but I am willing to give another brand a try)?
From the flaws listed in the cnet review the Panny seems to have the most, and I was pretty impressed with the Samsung, especially the price.
I was unable to see the Panny locally, but other similar pannys I tested seemed to lack any burn-in menu options.

PeechCobblerPie · 02-09-2008, 02:07 AM

amazon has the 46" XBR4 for $2,499.99 2/ free shipping now... beautiful TV.

JaysDomain · 02-09-2008, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeechCobblerPie

amazon has the 46" XBR4 for $2,499.99 2/ free shipping now... beautiful TV.

I had actually planned to get the XBR4 52" version (I talked to Sony sales yesterday and the guy gave me a good deal), but I dont like the panels frame so that is why I am buying a cheaper TV for now, I plan to get a new Sony in the next year or two; I like the new 2008 slim black frames and then I can wait for the price to drop.

Entertainment72 · 02-09-2008, 02:18 AM

Sony KDS-60A3000

PeechCobblerPie · 02-09-2008, 02:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JaysDomain

I had actually planned to get the XBR4 52" version (I talked to Sony sales yesterday and the guy gave me a good deal), but I dont like the panels frame so that is why I am buying a cheaper TV for now, I plan to get a new Sony in the next year or two; I like the new 2008 slim black frames and then I can wait for the price to drop.

the frame to thick for you or do you not like the glass. I personally loe the glass look on it.

JaysDomain · 02-09-2008, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Entertainment72

Sony KDS-60A3000

I can find very little info on this TV but it really got my attention.
Can you tell me some basics about it

Is it HDMI 1.3, 60 or 120hz, does it do 1080p/24, contrast ratio, etc.
How long have you had it?
Seems like a lot of people got a real good deal (around $2200) and a free blu-ray player with it; Amazon has it for $2400 I think.

Thanks

JaysDomain · 02-09-2008, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeechCobblerPie

the frame to thick for you or do you not like the glass. I personally loe the glass look on it.

Pretty much both; for me its the thinner the better.
I like just plain black thin frames so they dont take away from the picture.
I was very close to pulling the trigger, bur decided against it since it would bug me.

richteer · 02-09-2008, 02:59 AM

I can't believe you don't have a Pioneer Kuro on your shortlist! Add the Pioneer, with the Panasone '750 a close second.

As for which technology: friends don't let friends do LCD. :-)

Irishwiseguy2006 · 02-09-2008, 03:07 AM

Getting this one in a week. If the TV will be in a room with a bunch of light go with the Sony LCD. If it will be in a dark room like mine will be (basement) go Plasma.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WINAGG

Gremal · 02-09-2008, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richteer

I can't believe you don't have a Pioneer Kuro on your shortlist! Add the Pioneer, with the Panasone '750 a close second.

As for which technology: friends don't let friends do LCD. :-)

Ditto that.

Uxi · 02-09-2008, 05:35 AM

I'd get a 60A3000. No LCD will touch it's black levels or contrast ratio at the resolution and size for that money. Neither will plasma unless spending thousands more...

glenn-bob · 02-09-2008, 05:49 AM

i have the sony 52 XBR and it's amazing BUT, there is the ghosting issue.

edit: sorry i didn't see your poll. they really need to make it so when you click on a subject it shows the top of the page.

Keiths Light · 02-09-2008, 07:03 PM

go with one of the new sony rear projection screens. they have 1080p, 120hz, hdmi 1.3, etc. all for a very good price. only issue is you can't hang them on the wall.

http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665153957

alphadec · 02-09-2008, 07:43 PM

I did choose samsung le40m86bd (40") did have a look at sony 40w3500 but did end up with samsung.

Going to have this until OLED comes down in price.

detector19 · 02-09-2008, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JaysDomain

I can find very little info on this TV but it really got my attention.
Can you tell me some basics about it

Is it HDMI 1.3, 60 or 120hz, does it do 1080p/24, contrast ratio, etc.
How long have you had it?
Seems like a lot of people got a real good deal (around $2200) and a free blu-ray player with it; Amazon has it for $2400 I think.

Thanks

mabe this will help you...

http://reviews.cnet.com/projection-t...tag=prod.txt.1

http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-t...tag=prod.txt.1

DetroitSportsFan · 02-09-2008, 08:23 PM

Panny Plasma.

Vlad44 · 02-09-2008, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uxi

I'd get a 60A3000...
Neither will plasma unless spending thousands more...

lcd & plasma screen get wear during the time. WHILE after replacing the bulb ($200 max) RPTV SHINES LIKE BRAND NEW!
Aftrer 31 months my old RP sony still dont need spare bulb: AMAZING reliability. Why pay damn more for crapy immature lcd or plasma?! no way!

redlikefire02 · 02-09-2008, 09:56 PM

invisible clouds or ghosting is common. sometimes its even your eyes adjusting to the light when you turn it off.

View Poll Results: Which would you choose and why?
Samsung FP-T5084 (50" Plasma)	4	8.89%
Sony KDL-52W3000 (52" LCD)	20	44.44%
Panasonic TH-50PZ750U (50" Plasma)	14	31.11%
Other - Please post	7	15.56%
Voters: 45. You may not vote on this poll

02-09-2008, 01:58 AM	#1
JaysDomain Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:3	Help me pick a TV :) Sony, Sammy, or Panny - Plasma or LCD Which of these do you think are better (or has the least amount of flaws)? My budget for the TV is $2500; I need a 50+" with the best picture for the money (obviously). Use: DirecTV HR20-700 (HD & SD), PS3/Blu-Ray/sDVD, Wii, Xbox 360; all run through an Onkyo 805, 1 HDMI cable to TV. Samsung FP-T5084 (50" Plasma) Sony KDL-52W3000 (52" LCD) Panasonic TH-50PZ750U (50" Plasma) I dont know a lot about the Sony model above but I really liked the picture; I am researching it now. I was also considering the Sony KDS-60A3000 (which is a very nice RP) but it wasnt doing it for me; whites were dark, maybe a bad bulb but I prefer to stay away from the RP anyway (it was deffinatly the king of the RP's at BB though). Help me decide and tell me why, or why not!

02-09-2008, 01:59 AM	#2
JasonR Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Nov 2007 Trading Score:12	Panasonic TH-50PZ750U Sony KDL-52W3000 Sony KDS-60A3000 Samsung FP-T5084 In that order. Last edited by JasonR; 02-09-2008 at 03:08 AM. Reason: I like my LCDs better than RPs

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02-09-2008, 02:59 AM	#10
richteer Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Kelowna, BC Trading Score:1	I can't believe you don't have a Pioneer Kuro on your shortlist! Add the Pioneer, with the Panasone '750 a close second. As for which technology: friends don't let friends do LCD. :-)

02-09-2008, 03:07 AM	#11
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02-09-2008, 05:35 AM	#13
Uxi Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Southern California 4K collection:14 Blu-ray collection:191 Blu-ray reviews:9	I'd get a 60A3000. No LCD will touch it's black levels or contrast ratio at the resolution and size for that money. Neither will plasma unless spending thousands more...

02-09-2008, 05:49 AM	#14
glenn-bob Power Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Dartmouth, NS, Canada Blu-ray collection:165	i have the sony 52 XBR and it's amazing BUT, there is the ghosting issue. edit: sorry i didn't see your poll. they really need to make it so when you click on a subject it shows the top of the page.

02-09-2008, 07:03 PM	#15
Keiths Light Active Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Canada Blu-ray reviews:1	go with one of the new sony rear projection screens. they have 1080p, 120hz, hdmi 1.3, etc. all for a very good price. only issue is you can't hang them on the wall. http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/...52921665153957

02-09-2008, 07:43 PM	#16
alphadec Expert Member Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Norway Home Theater Gallery:6 4K collection:21 Blu-ray collection:672 DVD collection:23 Prime collection:2 Blu-ray reviews:44	I did choose samsung le40m86bd (40") did have a look at sony 40w3500 but did end up with samsung. Going to have this until OLED comes down in price.

02-09-2008, 08:23 PM	#18
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