Sony VS Samsung - Blu-ray Forum

Waiterguy · 04-25-2009, 12:28 AM

I am wanting to get a new tv, and am torn between the two. I LOVE Sony!! But the prices of some of their upcoming sets are just getting a little crazy. I have never had a Samsung, and I like some of their new stuff, with the exception of all the TOC sets. (still don't get the red on everything). Any thoughts? I am looking at a 52" Right now I have the Sony 50" SXRD rear projection. Thanks for the feedback!

mmunro2003 · 04-25-2009, 12:59 AM

if you do a search you will find numerous threads on this. Do you have a budget in mind? Any specific features you are looking for?

dTm · 04-25-2009, 09:22 AM

I have a samsung series 6 LCD and "love it", I was originally looking at the sonys also as we used to have sonys years back but im glad I went with samsung.

maygit · 04-25-2009, 10:34 AM

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crazyBLUE · 04-25-2009, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waiterguy

I am wanting to get a new tv, and am torn between the two. I LOVE Sony!! But the prices of some of their upcoming sets are just getting a little crazy. I have never had a Samsung, and I like some of their new stuff, with the exception of all the TOC sets. (still don't get the red on everything). Any thoughts? I am looking at a 52" Right now I have the Sony 50" SXRD rear projection. Thanks for the feedback!

Just to make A point to the OP ! This is my LN52A750 TOC (red) display !
you can barely even see the red on the bezel on the 750's .

Ray O. Blu · 04-25-2009, 07:24 PM

Personally, I prefer Sony LCDs. Better contrast and much less reflection and glare. Most Samsung's seem to have an alternate purpose as a mirror. Can't have shiny surfaces in my HT. Just my preference.

Blu Titan · 04-25-2009, 07:25 PM

From my experience, the durability of Sony tvs is unsurpassed.

sokrman14 · 04-25-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Ray O. Blu

Personally, I prefer Sony LCDs. Better contrast and much less reflection and glare. Most Samsung's seem to have an alternate purpose as a mirror. Can't have shiny surfaces in my HT. Just my preference.

I agree with you. I the biggest reason to buy a LCD over a plasma is less glare, they completely ruin that reason. Not that Samsung ever rates poorly, but Sony usually rates higher among professional ratings...that doesn't include consumer reports, because that is a different type of rating system. Price set aside, I would only buy a sony LCD.

rded · 04-25-2009, 08:12 PM

Its all a matter of personal taste. Like Honda vs Toyota, BMW vs Audi etc. I have 2 sammys (bed rooms) and 1 sony TV. The only reason I picked the XBR4(aside from price-got it dirt cheap back then) was the beautiful casing of the TV. If I had to buy again today, I'll probably get the sammy LED over the XBR8. You really can't go wrong with either one IMO.

Tezs · 04-25-2009, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waiterguy

I am wanting to get a new tv, and am torn between the two. I LOVE Sony!! But the prices of some of their upcoming sets are just getting a little crazy. I have never had a Samsung, and I like some of their new stuff, with the exception of all the TOC sets. (still don't get the red on everything). Any thoughts? I am looking at a 52" Right now I have the Sony 50" SXRD rear projection. Thanks for the feedback!

If i were you i'd look into Samsung's new 7 and 8 series LCD's.IMO the color quality is better than anything Sony currently has out(even XBR4 models).For the money you get alot more "bang for the buck" with the Samsung lcds as well.Even the 6 series lcds are nothing to scoff at and are VERY nice, but itn the end it's your eyes and your wallet that have to be happiest with whatever you buy.As long as you are satisfied with what you spent your hard earned money on, there's not much anyone else can say about the matter.

steve1971 · 04-26-2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu Titan

From my experience, the durability of Sony tvs is unsurpassed.

I agree.

callas01 · 04-26-2009, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by rded

Its all a matter of personal taste. Like Honda vs Toyota, BMW vs Audi etc.

I think that is one of the best comparisons. Personally, I would never buy a brand new Honda over a brand new Toyota, in my area Hondas are always $3-5K more for the same Toyota. I think both are great, although I would take Samsung over Sony because of price every time. PQ, when properly calibrated they both look great watching Blus.

All electronics have issues, and after being on this forum, I have heard horror stories from both MFGs.

Irrob · 04-26-2009, 04:10 PM

what crazyBLUE said. I wouldn't rule out TOC displays based on looks alone. The red is not that noticable.

g217814 · 04-26-2009, 04:25 PM

I've owned many sets over the years including both Sony and Samsung. Currently we have a 950 series and a 630 series Samsung set. The research I did and actually comparing them in the store is why I chose the Samsung. Really it comes down to personal preference and what you can afford, either brand produces a great product so you really can't go wrong either way.

Xerios · 05-08-2009, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu Titan

From my experience, the durability of Sony tvs is unsurpassed.

ive had sonys come and go.. i had a pioneer elite rear projection for 18 years before giving it to a family friend where it lasted another 5... you get what you pay for sometimes

Sonny · 05-08-2009, 05:01 PM

I had a 52" XBR5 up until 6-7 months ago & I can say it was a fine fine LCD, loved the bezal! .

TwYsTeD · 05-09-2009, 05:24 AM

i was in the same boat until 2 days ago i just purchased the samsung LN52b750 so far i love it... i was a pro Sony guy this is my first non Sony tv in a long time

iamgosu · 05-09-2009, 06:07 AM

i have a Sharp, but was deciding between a Sharp and Sony initially.

I ruled out Samsung instantly since like other people said, the screen is way too reflective, and usually the side bezel bars are also glossy: a big no-no in my relatively bright room.

cawgijoe · 05-11-2009, 12:23 PM

Both manufaturers make excellent sets, but I agree with others here.....the Sony screen is non-reflective and the Samsung is not. My wife always has a light on....even if it's dimmed....because she "multi-tasks" when watching tv.

The Samsung reflective screen is out.

Jmobie · 05-12-2009, 01:59 AM

Do Sony LCDs have better viewing angles? When our family was looking at the KDL-32L5000 at Walmart, it seemed that the screen never got darker when I moved in closer to the wall, with the TV above. The colors never appeared to get washed out from the side angles. Were my eyes deceiving me because of the vivid/dynamic settings and bright store lights? Or do the new Sony's have a newer screen that help with this common LCD problem?

04-25-2009, 12:28 AM	#1
Waiterguy Banned Member since:Mar 2007 Trading Score:78	Sony VS Samsung I am wanting to get a new tv, and am torn between the two. I LOVE Sony!! But the prices of some of their upcoming sets are just getting a little crazy. I have never had a Samsung, and I like some of their new stuff, with the exception of all the TOC sets. (still don't get the red on everything). Any thoughts? I am looking at a 52" Right now I have the Sony 50" SXRD rear projection. Thanks for the feedback!

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04-25-2009, 12:59 AM	#2
mmunro2003 Active Member Member since:Nov 2008 Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:139 Blu-ray reviews:2	if you do a search you will find numerous threads on this. Do you have a budget in mind? Any specific features you are looking for?

04-25-2009, 09:22 AM	#3
dTm Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:UK	I have a samsung series 6 LCD and "love it", I was originally looking at the sonys also as we used to have sonys years back but im glad I went with samsung.

04-25-2009, 10:34 AM	#4
maygit Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Iowa Blu-ray collection:76	S<530<550<V<630<W<xbr6/7's<650

04-25-2009, 07:24 PM	#6
Ray O. Blu Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Sep 2008 Location:The £ßÇ 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- Blu-ray reviews:50 Trading Score:6	Personally, I prefer Sony LCDs. Better contrast and much less reflection and glare. Most Samsung's seem to have an alternate purpose as a mirror. Can't have shiny surfaces in my HT. Just my preference.

04-25-2009, 07:25 PM	#7
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	From my experience, the durability of Sony tvs is unsurpassed.

04-25-2009, 08:12 PM	#9
rded Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2008 Location:555 Naim Street Blu-ray collection:254 Trading Score:1	Its all a matter of personal taste. Like Honda vs Toyota, BMW vs Audi etc. I have 2 sammys (bed rooms) and 1 sony TV. The only reason I picked the XBR4(aside from price-got it dirt cheap back then) was the beautiful casing of the TV. If I had to buy again today, I'll probably get the sammy LED over the XBR8. You really can't go wrong with either one IMO.

04-26-2009, 04:10 PM	#13
Irrob Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:USA Home Theater Gallery:49 4K collection:61 Blu-ray collection:880 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:91	what crazyBLUE said. I wouldn't rule out TOC displays based on looks alone. The red is not that noticable.

04-26-2009, 04:25 PM	#14
g217814 Active Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Washington Home Theater Gallery:15 Blu-ray collection:298 Blu-ray reviews:113	I've owned many sets over the years including both Sony and Samsung. Currently we have a 950 series and a 630 series Samsung set. The research I did and actually comparing them in the store is why I chose the Samsung. Really it comes down to personal preference and what you can afford, either brand produces a great product so you really can't go wrong either way.

05-08-2009, 05:01 PM	#16
Sonny Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray reviews:6 Trading Score:1	I had a 52" XBR5 up until 6-7 months ago & I can say it was a fine fine LCD, loved the bezal! .

05-09-2009, 05:24 AM	#17
TwYsTeD Active Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Home of Mickey Rat Ca, Home Theater Gallery:3 4K collection:246 Blu-ray collection:2199 Trading Score:30	i was in the same boat until 2 days ago i just purchased the samsung LN52b750 so far i love it... i was a pro Sony guy this is my first non Sony tv in a long time

05-09-2009, 06:07 AM	#18
iamgosu Member Member since:Jan 2009	i have a Sharp, but was deciding between a Sharp and Sony initially. I ruled out Samsung instantly since like other people said, the screen is way too reflective, and usually the side bezel bars are also glossy: a big no-no in my relatively bright room.

05-11-2009, 12:23 PM	#19
cawgijoe Special Member Member since:Feb 2007 Trading Score:1	Both manufaturers make excellent sets, but I agree with others here.....the Sony screen is non-reflective and the Samsung is not. My wife always has a light on....even if it's dimmed....because she "multi-tasks" when watching tv. The Samsung reflective screen is out.

05-12-2009, 01:59 AM	#20
Jmobie Active Member Member since:Nov 2008 Location:Chicago, IL 4K collection:27 Blu-ray collection:91	Do Sony LCDs have better viewing angles? When our family was looking at the KDL-32L5000 at Walmart, it seemed that the screen never got darker when I moved in closer to the wall, with the TV above. The colors never appeared to get washed out from the side angles. Were my eyes deceiving me because of the vivid/dynamic settings and bright store lights? Or do the new Sony's have a newer screen that help with this common LCD problem?

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