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I had one and returned it. The backlight bleed and overall poor contrast and black level were a deal breaker. In a bright room, it looked great. However, nighttime viewing was horrible. It didn't matter what I did to the picture settings, I just couldn't get rid of the blooming and poor black level. If you like your bars black, forget it. You will get light grey with some light blotches. Like I said, if you're watching it in the daytime, all is good. Turn off the lights, and you'll cry yourself to sleep that plasma is dead.One of the issues is that none of the big box stores have consistent demos and then you get reviews that sound like their paid by Sony or Samsung. I have the UF9500 ordered and scheduled for a early July install. I am not impressed by the new Sony 850C. Picture looked flat and construction seemed flimsy.
We need more UF9500 actual reports.
I read that review too. Like I said, it's not a bad TV by any means; and if you're watching it in a lit environment, then you'll be very pleased. The WEB OS is awesome and the amount of tweaking with the video options is extensive. I think I've just been spoiled by my Plasmas all these years, so it was difficult to deal with. It is a very elegant TV and it is really thin, and I mean thin. I felt like I was going to break it picking it up. I'm sure you'll enjoy it!I did read a good review from the UK. In addition, I never sit in a dark room to watch TV. I'll give the UF9500 a chance. BB had 85 reviews on the UF8500. If the 9500 is as good as 95% of the BB reviews I will be happy. I real,y wanted the LG OLED but not at that price.
Absolutely! The difference between the 55' and 65' was too impressive, lol. I have no choice but to get another LED, since I moved my plasma upstairs and the kids have the PS4 hooked up to it. So, I'm just waiting a little bit and contemplating what to do next. I really wish OLED wasn't so expensive, but I have to fill the huge void in my living room soon.I agree with you. I still see nothing that compares to my Pioneer Elite plasma. Unfortunately I am moving in to a new house with a bigger wall so welcome a 65. The Pioneer is going in to the master bedroom.