Samsung HP-S5053 vs. Sharp LC45D40U

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I am currently replacing a Samsung 5087 1080p DLP that I have absolutely have had it with. The lamp went out in less than 6 months and that with very, very light viewing (less than 200 hours). It was my main Home Theater TV. I am down to the Sharp LC45D40U Aquos LCD or the Samsung HP-S5053 Plasma for a replacement. I can get them both for about the same price at Sears, less than $100 in price difference between them brand new including a five year warranty. About [EDIT]. I just can't make up my mind. I love both TVs. The Sharp has amazing PQ. So does the Samsung. I am really hoping that the 5053 plasma is in a different class than the DLP that I am getting rid of. NO burn in worries with the Sharp but honestly the Samsung has been in our Sears for almost a year on torch mode and has no signs of burn in at all. So that won't be a deciding factor. I have read threads until my eyes are tired. I guess I am just worried about making the wrong decision. ANYONE... who cares to add info to my post...PLEASE DO SO. The only thing I am unsure about the Sharp is it's size of 45". I don't want it to be too small if you know what I mean. Give me your very best advice.

Thanks....


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Well, the xx53 series Samsung don't have cable card capability or from what what posted here, tint control. Also, I would compare warranties.
By the way, I am a happy owner of a Samsung 4273.

. And do you really want that warranty? It comes with a 1 yr and if you use a major gold or platinum credit card it doubles the warranty to 2 yrs. If you get the 5073 with the cable card you get a 2yr warranty from Samsung and use the afore mentioned credit card and it will add a year giving you 3 yrs. Or if you really want 5 yrs you can do a search in AVS Forum for warrantys and find aftermarket warranty places selling 5 yr warranties for far less.

Jon