What is the difference between plasma, LCD, and DLP televisons? Which is better for the consumer?

Answer 1

There are so many considerations to purchasing a TV.

* Price
* Image quality
* Footprint / shape / size / mounting type
* Screen size, resolution, and format
* Inputs / outputs
* Additional technologies like: tuner(s)/cable card, speakers, etc.
* Considerations like: loudness of fan, start-up time, etc.

TV's have become very good in the modern market. Probably your biggest "decider" is price. Next, is figuring out which TV best meets the combination of criteria you're after (there is no single type that does everything best). Also, strong points and weak points can vary WIDELY between models within a class. Your best bet is to do some research, then get out there and take a look at TVs in show-rooms to further solidify your opinions.

A great resource is http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=9
Another is Consumer Reports

Generically speaking, it has been my experience that:...

Digital rear projection units (LCD, 3 LCD, LCoS, DLP) may be the best bang for the buck for large models. But, you can experience limited viewing angle or "brighter in the middle" or even "rainbow effects with DLP". They are also physically large.

Plasma units are the next best bang for the buck in large models. Some have spectacular displays like Panasonic and Pioneer (HD models). They are wall-mountable and a relatively good deal for 50" sizes. They can experience high glare and reflection due to their high-gloss screen surface though. That rules them out for me because of windows that would be reflected in the screen.

LCD displays are thin like plasma units but get very expensive as you increase into the 40"+ sizes. Some models may also have poorer display quality with normal TV viewing and lower-quality input media. Although, some aren't affected badly. LCD has a matte finish on the screen, so they aren't bad about reflections and glare.

The best looking display that I have seen at any of a dozen show-rooms is the Sharp Aquos 45" LCD. It is a 1080p native resolution TV with outstanding image quality with just about any input material. Even if you can't afford it, this is a TV you simply must see, in person, to believe. It will become the benchmark for your comparisons from that time, on.

Answer 2

Plasma TV create image by using electrodes (I can't go into plasma physics here). It provides execllent contrast and color. It also has no angle viewing problem. It consume a lot of electricity and the life span is shorter (around 10 years). LCD is liquid crystal display. It uses filters and liquid crystal with back light. You will have trouble seeing the image if you have a window next to the TV with strong sunlight coming through. DLP is a processor made by Texas Instrument. It process light with millions of small mirrors. This type of TV is usually rear projection so you will have angle viewing problem. It also does not have good contrast. If you watch it in a dark room or you have thick curtain in your house it is ok. The TV is also thicker. It is usually much cheaper than LCD or plasma. In terms of quality Plasma wins hands down. LCD uses less power so you pay less for electric bill, but LCD if damaged cannot be repair. You can have a couple of black lines going up and down your TV and hopefully your TV is still under warranty. DLP is most reliable but the quality is strongly depending on your viewing condition. There are millions pros and cons. I don't think I can choose one for you.

Answer 3

I don't know much about the LCD or DLP tv's. I do know that the tube that provides the picture in the plasma tv is only made to last about 5 to 7 years. Once it goes out, you have to have it replaced and it's $250 just to have the repairman come out to look at it, not to mention the price to have the tube replaced. I don't think anyone should buy a plasma, regardless how good the picture. They cost too much to only last that long before it sucks up more money.

Answer 4

For optimal seen readability your going to settle on 1080i, as far as 120hz, that fairly applies to liquid crystal reveal television's to help end ghosting at the same time as taking section in video games. also, There are united statesand downs about each variety, Plasma, truly the readability is about an same as a good liquid crystal reveal or good dlp, their all exceedingly large in image high quality, even if each and each has their flaw, plasma television's are very undesirable for the "burn in effect" which makes them rather a discomfort contained in the lengthy time period, imagine gazing your favourite prepare with hannah montanna's face burnt contained in the history because it became accidently left on disney channel for an prolonged era of time., liquid crystal reveal in brighter mild is more complicated to work out and would produce glare, dlp is renown for giving the plausible rainbow effect. As for the bulb for the dlp, I beleive the common rule of thumb is about each 3 years your going to ought to change it, yet thats rather of a cost to pay at the same time as your getting a seventy 3" HDTV for the price of a 50". i believe the final score is a few thing like 5000+ hours of use on plasma, 3000+ on dlp and 10,000+ on liquid crystal reveal. also, to the human beings saying dlp is demise, rather in reality. Rear Projection dlp has made a large comeback contained in the hd international and now, with the lazervue projection on that is way dlp will be round for rather a at the same time as.

Answer 5

Go to www.crutchfield.com, and look at the TV section. Their guides will explain it all.

The very best TV is the Pioneer Elite plasma. Next best is Panasonic plasma.

Answer 6

I have no idea! I don't care what kind of TV I get! As long as it's big enough to fit the whole thing of High School Musical! Have you seen that movie? It TOTALLY rocks! Vanessa Anne Hudgens is the best!

Answer 7

go to www.jvc.com. (check site) they break it down.