the "help me choose an LCD" thread - Page 55

Well..finally I got my two set. The second one was the Sony 46EX500.
I got amazed with the PQ after some tweaking from several post of SerialMike and other friends...
In the store I couldn't see any great difference from the EX500 and EX700 (LED)
Being a picky video fan I could see a slight better luminance of the EX700 over the EX500. Both had great quality, nice skin tone...
however both suffered of the opposite sickness of the Samsung. If my Sammy looks to tend to the red spectrum, the Sonys go the opposite a slight greenish tint quite difficult to handle even tweaking hue and White Balance.
I know the bias behind comparing to different set size..but this was my impressions.
The Samsung 6300 is incredibly punchy, brilliant, and colorful. However the flashlights in the corner are visible even not disturbing.
The EX500 is less contrasty...a little pale but for that price can be compared with the EX700 which cost the double at least here in Dominican Rep.
Some people argue that even it seems to have better PQ than the EX700...I can't confirm that since I haven't had enough time to compare them.
Both Sony and Samsung are terrific sets. Something bummer is that EX500 (by far...I just have 4 hours with her) it can NOT play AVI, XVID nur MKV, but MPGs from a USB pendrive nur detect my WD external drive as Samsung did flawlessly reading whatever extension video file I had inside. It was strange since I think I watched a youtube video about EX500 reading XVID.

Anyway I truly recommend these two set knowing that you are not buying a full array LCD, but a non-LED LCD and an Edge-lit ones with its own strength and weakness

Thanks to those who help me to decide..

DonMich

Budget: Under $1500 CAN (note that prices are a bit higher for us Canadians ☹)
Seating Distance: 9 ft.
Size/Placement Limitations: 46 max for a medium sized condo.
Uses and Source: Gaming (PS3 and Xbox 360) and blu-ray. No cable or satellite (I stream videos from my computer).
Room Lighting: There is only 1 window source that is to the right from my sitting position. During the day, closing the blinds removes any major reflections/glare. I prefer to watch/play games at night anyways and it is pretty dark.

Notes: I won't be using sound from the TV as everything will be going through my receiver.

Judging from reviews, my top picks are the LG 47LE5400 and the Sharp Quattron LC46LE810UN. The next in line would be Samsung's C6300 which hasn't gotten the best reviews from users. Any of these are an upgrade from my 32 Samsung ln-t3253H I'm guessing. The LG is a bit cheaper compared to the Sharp ($1200 vs. $1400). I'm not phased by the Quattron hype, I actually haven't seen a commercial since I don't have cable but they have received mostly positive reviews.

I know the Vizio model is rated the highest LED on cnet but I can't find a retailer here in Toronto that sells that model so that's out of the picture.

I prefer LED or LCD, but I'm open to plasmas. Just haven't seen any for a good price in my size. I'm also wondering if flashlighting is a concern for these edge-lit models.

Thanks!

Ah no takers? ;/

I've kind of narrowed it down to the LG LD 550 series or the Samsung C650 between the 40-35" range... any suggestions or alternatives that would suit my preferences?

basically I am planning on running everything from a desktop windows based PC.

The Vizio E420VL will no doubt serve well, but I favor the LG for PQ and think it worth the extra $70.

You should look into Samsung's and Sony's offerings at that feature set/price point, as well.

what are the model #'s? I'm preferably looking for non 3D unless everyone thinks its worth getting

How about the LG 42LD450 ?

That is a good one for your purposes too.

Budget: $500, $515 max
Size: 40-42"
Use: 95% TV

The TV's I can get in my price range (i think) so far:
1. Samsung LN40C530
2. LG 42LD450
3. Panasonic TC-p42S2
4. Toshiba 40E200U
5. Sony KDL40EX400
6. Vizio?

Please help. If any of these TVs stand out in one way or another please let me know. I currently own a Panasonic 54" V10 and am familiar with Panasonic's plasma offerings, but not so much any of the LCDs.

After reading all the reviews I am having a real hard time deciding between these two tvs. The Vizio M550NV and the Sharp LC55le620ut. They are both about the same price so thats not a factor. Does anyone have any input for me?

Hi! Thanks again for the reply, sorry been away for a few days. What people were saying about the flashlight issue was on the un46c6300, I didn't hear anything about the un46c8000, because since I heard about that issue on 6300 I completely took samsung off of the list. Maybe you can help me let me know what issue that I need to be aware of on un46c8000

Thank you.

Both should serve you well.

I would look into secondary concerns (besides PQ), like Warranty, Warranty Reputation, Audio Quality, WiFi and Ethernet connectivity, Internet Apps, Aesthetics, etc. If you can purchase from a local retailer, its a plus, so returns are easier....if the set you receive has issues/problems, or if you just end up not liking the model itself's performance/particulars.

1. Budget - <$1300 CND
2. Seating distance - 10-12ft
3. Uses and sources - 40% SD TV, %10 HD TV, 25% WDTV, 25% blu-ray
4. Room lighting - Very well lit room. One large window 5ft on the right.

Don't need any special features like 3d or network connections, just a good quality looking tv. Still not sure about LED, LCD or Plasma. Thanks

Budget <$800
Size: At least 37"
Distance 7ft-8ft
Uses: HD and SD Tv watching Xbox 360 possibly blu ray in the future
Lighting: here's where I actually have some concerns on my current tv there is glare on the screen from a lamp now I've just lived with it. Now if I had a matte screen that wouldn't be a problem, but like I said I have lived with it for so long.

While they are all serviceable and you would probably be happy with any of them....

The Samsung LN40C530 is the top of the lot as far as video PQ, then the Sony KDL40EX400.

55" set

Samsung 55EX630
Sony 55EX500
Vizio XVT553SV

No more true matte screens on the market. Last were produced in 2008 by Sharp.

I would try to find a sale on a Sony 46EX500.

I just received my second buzzing samsung PN58C6500 so I'm turning to the masses for advice on what to exchange it with -

1. Budget: Under $2,000
2. Distance: Around 11 ft.
3. Size: 50"+, it will be on a stand so ultra thin isn't necessary
4. Uses: I switch between spurts of heavy gaming and excessive movie watching so it should be able to handle both well
5. Room Lighting: average, faces away from all windows in an apartment so glare shouldn't be too much of an issue

I think that should be it. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated.

I meant to put a 7 there as in <$700 and preferably sub, but if I need to I can go to 7

1. Budget - <$1600 (Though the tighter I can be the better).
2. Seating distance - 8'
3. Uses and sources - 50% PS3, 40% Blu-ray, 10% HDTV
4. Room lighting - Very dim room. Two windows on one side but I never open the blinds and there's a tree in front of them. Only light I ever use is the kitchen light.
5. Other - I'm only concerned with 2D quality. Also, matte vs glossy doesn't matter.

I'm thinking between a 52"-55" TV. Would that be good for 8' viewing distance? I will be wall mounting the TV.

I've been mulling over TVs for the past month and I honestly still have no clue. I'm just tired of my piece of crap 32" CRT that's going out and having to sit in front of my PC just to watch movies. (PS3 is currently hooked up to an HP LP2475w which I use to play and watch Blu-ray).

1. Budget - no more then $2500
2. Seating distance - 5-6 ft
3. Size/placement limitations - Max 40-42inch
4. Uses and sources - 60% xbox360, 40% netflix/bluray(via ps3)/dvd
5. Room lighting - its a bedroom, so not that bright of a room and there is a small window from the door leading to the balcony that would be to the right of the tv.

Im looking for a tv with internet capabilities (with either both ethernet and wifi or just ethernet, as well as having dlna and would prefer LED but not really picky about it) I don't really care for 3D unless everyone things its worth it?
There just seems to be a lot of options:
42inch 8500 series from LG
XVT 42 inch series from vizio
Sony KDL40HX800 or KDL40HX701
Samsung UN40C6500 / UN40C7000
Probably others that I havn't even mentioned

Any help would be appreciated.

Just jump in with one of the well regarded less expensive sets...

Sony 55EX500 would be a low risk purchase.

Samsung LN55C630 would have better PQ but slightly worse PS3 gaming performance.

Vizio XVT55SV should also be considered.

I dont think the Samsung 6300 has WiFi/Internet does it? However a short walk up the line will quickly get you those features....like the 6400 or 6500.

Seems like you have it covered, though.

oh you are right, I switched to 6500 instead of 6300

Is local dimming the only big difference between the Samsung 7100 and the 8000? Keep thinking maybe I am too hasty to want the 8000. Costco has some really nice deals on the 7000/7100 with a big rebate and glasses and stuff. I'm not really into 3D that much, but if the glasses come free, I might give it a try. Wont hurt.

How are colors/blacks/etc on the 7000/7100, I haven't heard much about it from owners. Also, what is the difference between the 7000/7100 anyway? The latter one just seemed to of appeared recently. Costco was the first place I actually saw a 7100 now that I think of it.

1. Budget - <$550
2. Seating distance - 3-6ft
3. Size - 32"-42"
4. Uses - 90% HD gaming (360, PS3, Wii)
5. Other - want 1080p, minimal lag, great picture quality for gaming...I've looked at Bravia 32EX400, SharpAquos LC40D68UT, and a few others....thoughts?

Thanks in advance!!!

1. Budget - $700
2. Seating distance - 3-4 ft
3. Size/placement limitations - Max 37 inch
4. Uses and sources - Heavy gaming, Hi Res movies,mkv,bluray. Source is PC-ATi 5850
5. Room lighting - Lighting is adjustable, there is a patio sliding glass door behind me but controlled with blinds.

So my main computer monitor for the last few years has been a 42" 1080p 60 hz Westinghouse and has been pretty good for me so far but its showing its age. Time to kick it down to one of my sons for his 360. I would like to buy a new 37" 1080p LED 120 hz HDTV to use with my pc so I have been looking at the LED models. What can you recommend? I do heavy gaming (Modern Warfare 2/Black Ops, Battlefield 2, Left 4 dead 2 etc.) and heavy movie watching as well (Blu Ray Quality mkv and SD content as well) and browse the web. Text and document reproduction isn't that important to me. The 42 inch Westy I have looks fine as far as text goes.Its being pumped out by an XFX ATi Radeon 5850. I'm debating between the Panasonic TC-L37D2 37-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED HDTV and the LG 37LE5300 37-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LED LCD HDTV, both from Amazon.I read the the Panasonic is for sure an IPS, but the LG panel lottery is hit or miss on getting an IPS panel, but I will just keep sending it back to amazon until I get an IPS! Recommendations? If you think I should go with a different 37 inch LED then which one?

Those are 2 good ones.

You can find the Sony 40" 40EX400 for just under your price point.

The Panasonic LCDs in 32 to 42" are worth a good look.

As well as the LG LD450 in 32" 37" and 42"

If you had to pick one of those....which would you choose?

My usage purposes are different than yours.

Any of them would serve you well, for your purposes.

I would probably pick the Sony, but the Panasonic would be preferred by many, some others would pick the LG 450.