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I'm trying to decide between several 65-inch televisions: the latest Pioneer plasma, the Samsung LCD, the Sony LCD and the Sharp Aquos. I am leaning towards the plasma based on the reviews but was wondering if there were any strong opinions against it.
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If you restrict yourself to 65-inch class flat panel displays then you currently have a very limited selection: no LED-backlit LCD TVâs and no Pioneer plasma displays.
Plasma display technology is far from being âphased-outâ and at least three major CE manufacturers continue to offer plasma displays: Matsushita (Panasonic), Samsung and LG. Plasma displays consistently remain at or near the top of the performance list from nearly every source of reputable TV reviews (though local-dimming LED-backlit LCD TVâs are beginning to challenge the performance areasâother than viewing angleâwhere emissive displays such as PDPâs have traditionally excelled.)
At this point in time the Panasonic V Series plasma displays offer the best value in terms of initial cost versus overall picture quality, esp. where more than one or two people are expected to be viewing the screen at one time. For me the choice between a CCFL-backlit LCD TV and any of the Samsung PNB850/860 series, Panasonic V series or Pioneer KURO plasma displays is easy - I overwhelmingly prefer the picture quality of plasma; but I also ensure that the room is always dark when viewing movies and certain TV programs.
As good as the latest LED-backlit LCD TVâs are, particularly the top-of-the-line Samsung models, and as good as the Panasonic V10 series are, the Pioneer KURO and Elite KURO plasma TVâs and monitors continue to remain the reference standard against which all top performing consumer displays are being compared.
In the process of choosing a new fixed-pixel flat panel display, irrespective of the display technology, it is very important that you take into consideration the performance of the image and video processing of the flat-panel TVâs in which youâre interested, esp. if you regularly watch standard definition video content such as DVD-Video as well as SD programming from Cable TV, DBS and/or OTA.
One final word of advice: you should make every effort to visit your local dealers and thoroughly and carefully evaluate each of the displays which interest you, preferably under viewing conditions that are (adjusted to be) similar to yours.
######################## RESOURCES ########################
Plasma vs. LCD Technology
http://docs.google.com/View?id=dhpmqnbb_13d5pfk3fx
Yahoo! Answers
â Which television under $10,000 has the best PQ?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090822154509AAb5GCc
â Are the LCD-based LED TV's here to stay?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091024075730AAw4pS6
â Vertical Banding? Need Your Help?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091017072509AAP43jd
CNET Reviews - Best HDTVâs Overall
http://reviews.cnet.com/best-high-definition-tvs/
5 On The Line: Flat Panel Face Off
http://hometheatermag.com/flat-panels/5_on_the_line_flat_panel_face_off/index.html
HDGURU
â The New King of HDTVs: Panasonic's TC-P54V10 Reviewed
http://hdguru.com/the-new-king-of-hdtv-displays-panasonics-tc-p54v10-reviewed/458/
â Panasonic Premiere TH-65VX100-The New King of Flat Panels
http://hdguru.com/panasonic-premiere-th-65vx100-the-new-king-of-flat-panels-exclusive-first-review/276/
â Will You See All The HDTV Resolution You Expected? 125 2008 Model Test Results
http://hdguru.com/will-you-see-all-the-hdtv-resolution-you-expected-125-2008-model-test-results-hd-guru-exclusive/287/
â [PDF] 2008 Model HDTV Motion Resolution Test Results
http://hdguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/2008-resolution-tests-125-hdtvs.pdf
â Q2 Plasma HDTV Sales Surge; LCD 40"+ Size Sales Flat
http://hdguru.com/q2-plasma-hdtv-sales-surge-lcd-40-size-sales-flat-vizio-maintains-no-1-lcd-volume/468/
Moving Picture Resolution?
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1066429&pp=60
LED TVs compared: Local dimming vs. edge-lit
http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6482_7-6661380.html
[PDF] Thin is In: LED Backlight Units Are Becoming Thinner and Brighter
http://www.macrovis.com/images/GLT%20Information%20Display%202-09.pdf
[PDF] Myth-busting - Just the Facts on Plasma TV Performance
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pio/pe/images/portal/cit_3424/273087528Pioneer%20DTV%20White%20Paper%20-%20FINAL.pdf
[PDF] âThe Future Looks Bright for Plasma TVsâ
http://www2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/images/Content/pressroom/Plasma-WP.pdf
-- or --
http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/_pdf/pdf-the-future-still-looks-bright-for-plasma-tvs.pdf
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If you restrict yourself to 65-inch class flat panel displays then you currently have a very limited selection: no LED-backlit LCD TVâs and no Pioneer plasma displays.
Plasma display technology is far from being âphased-outâ and at least three major CE manufacturers continue to offer plasma displays: Matsushita (Panasonic), Samsung and LG. Plasma displays consistently remain at or near the top of the performance list from nearly every source of reputable TV reviews (though local-dimming LED-backlit LCD TVâs are beginning to challenge the performance areasâother than viewing angleâwhere emissive displays such as PDPâs have traditionally excelled.)
At this point in time the Panasonic V Series plasma displays offer the best value in terms of initial cost versus overall picture quality, esp. where more than one or two people are expected to be viewing the screen at one time. For me the choice between a CCFL-backlit LCD TV and any of the Samsung PNB850/860 series, Panasonic V series or Pioneer KURO plasma displays is easy - I overwhelmingly prefer the picture quality of plasma; but I also ensure that the room is always dark when viewing movies and certain TV programs.
As good as the latest LED-backlit LCD TVâs are, particularly the top-of-the-line Samsung models, and as good as the Panasonic V10 series are, the Pioneer KURO and Elite KURO plasma TVâs and monitors continue to remain the reference standard against which all top performing consumer displays are being compared.
In the process of choosing a new fixed-pixel flat panel display, irrespective of the display technology, it is very important that you take into consideration the performance of the image and video processing of the flat-panel TVâs in which youâre interested, esp. if you regularly watch standard definition video content such as DVD-Video as well as SD programming from Cable TV, DBS and/or OTA.
One final word of advice: you should make every effort to visit your local dealers and thoroughly and carefully evaluate each of the displays which interest you, preferably under viewing conditions that are (adjusted to be) similar to yours.
######################## RESOURCES ########################
Plasma vs. LCD Technology
http://docs.google.com/View?id=dhpmqnbb_13d5pfk3fx
Yahoo! Answers
â Which television under $10,000 has the best PQ?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090822154509AAb5GCc
â Are the LCD-based LED TV's here to stay?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091024075730AAw4pS6
â Vertical Banding? Need Your Help?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091017072509AAP43jd
CNET Reviews - Best HDTVâs Overall
http://reviews.cnet.com/best-high-definition-tvs/
5 On The Line: Flat Panel Face Off
http://hometheatermag.com/flat-panels/5_on_the_line_flat_panel_face_off/index.html
HDGURU
â The New King of HDTVs: Panasonic's TC-P54V10 Reviewed
http://hdguru.com/the-new-king-of-hdtv-displays-panasonics-tc-p54v10-reviewed/458/
â Panasonic Premiere TH-65VX100-The New King of Flat Panels
http://hdguru.com/panasonic-premiere-th-65vx100-the-new-king-of-flat-panels-exclusive-first-review/276/
â Will You See All The HDTV Resolution You Expected? 125 2008 Model Test Results
http://hdguru.com/will-you-see-all-the-hdtv-resolution-you-expected-125-2008-model-test-results-hd-guru-exclusive/287/
â [PDF] 2008 Model HDTV Motion Resolution Test Results
http://hdguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/2008-resolution-tests-125-hdtvs.pdf
â Q2 Plasma HDTV Sales Surge; LCD 40"+ Size Sales Flat
http://hdguru.com/q2-plasma-hdtv-sales-surge-lcd-40-size-sales-flat-vizio-maintains-no-1-lcd-volume/468/
Moving Picture Resolution?
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1066429&pp=60
LED TVs compared: Local dimming vs. edge-lit
http://reviews.cnet.com/4321-6482_7-6661380.html
[PDF] Thin is In: LED Backlight Units Are Becoming Thinner and Brighter
http://www.macrovis.com/images/GLT%20Information%20Display%202-09.pdf
[PDF] Myth-busting - Just the Facts on Plasma TV Performance
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pio/pe/images/portal/cit_3424/273087528Pioneer%20DTV%20White%20Paper%20-%20FINAL.pdf
[PDF] âThe Future Looks Bright for Plasma TVsâ
http://www2.panasonic.com/webapp/wcs/stores/images/Content/pressroom/Plasma-WP.pdf
-- or --
http://www.plasma-lcd-facts.co.uk/_pdf/pdf-the-future-still-looks-bright-for-plasma-tvs.pdf
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What tv is better for gaming with a Xbox 360 a viera or Bravia?
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Sony vs Panasonic, there is no better choice in brand. When you are dealing with the high end manufactures, there is no purely better brand. You need to dig deeper into model numbers. Compare specific models, then you can find a better choice. Use something like cnet.com to get started.
Size matters a lot too. In 37" or smaller, you don't need to get hung up on the "high end" tech specs. So you're good with 720p (vs 1080p), you're good with 60Hz (vs 120Hz), you're good with CCFL (vs LED), and you're good with LCD (vs Plasma). If you break 40", and moreso if you break 50", then you need to start looking at those other options.
I personally prefer the color and blacks of Panasonic LCDs versus Sony LCDs. But that doesn't make it better for gaming, its totally personal preference. That has to weigh into your decision too. So whatever you do, make sure you go into a store and look at the sets. Use the suggestions you get, the tech specs you see, and the Internet reviews to help you narrow the choice. Then lay your eyes on the TV sets and pick the on your eyes like. Its your money, your viewing experience, so at some point you need to throw everyone else's opinion out the window.
If you do break 40" I would suggest Plasma personally. It will just look better. And in that case you want to go Viera. Panasonic is the leader in Plasma with Pioneer leaving the market, and Sony doesn't make Plasma. If you want a Plasma vs LCD breakdown, just search this forum, or you can msg me and I can give you my reasoning in more detail.
A Plasma from Panasonic or Samsung won't have burn-in issue. They are elite options. And they both have sets with anti-image retention features (just read the specs). The Plasma burn-in issue is now a myth/misconception.
Sony vs Panasonic, there is no better choice in brand. When you are dealing with the high end manufactures, there is no purely better brand. You need to dig deeper into model numbers. Compare specific models, then you can find a better choice. Use something like cnet.com to get started.
Size matters a lot too. In 37" or smaller, you don't need to get hung up on the "high end" tech specs. So you're good with 720p (vs 1080p), you're good with 60Hz (vs 120Hz), you're good with CCFL (vs LED), and you're good with LCD (vs Plasma). If you break 40", and moreso if you break 50", then you need to start looking at those other options.
I personally prefer the color and blacks of Panasonic LCDs versus Sony LCDs. But that doesn't make it better for gaming, its totally personal preference. That has to weigh into your decision too. So whatever you do, make sure you go into a store and look at the sets. Use the suggestions you get, the tech specs you see, and the Internet reviews to help you narrow the choice. Then lay your eyes on the TV sets and pick the on your eyes like. Its your money, your viewing experience, so at some point you need to throw everyone else's opinion out the window.
If you do break 40" I would suggest Plasma personally. It will just look better. And in that case you want to go Viera. Panasonic is the leader in Plasma with Pioneer leaving the market, and Sony doesn't make Plasma. If you want a Plasma vs LCD breakdown, just search this forum, or you can msg me and I can give you my reasoning in more detail.
A Plasma from Panasonic or Samsung won't have burn-in issue. They are elite options. And they both have sets with anti-image retention features (just read the specs). The Plasma burn-in issue is now a myth/misconception.
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