2006-07-03 01:29:09 · 7 answers · asked by Michael J O 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
To make it as short as possible, I have been doing research on Plasma and LCD over the year. the only advantage the lcd has over plasma is the screen-burn immunity. however, new generations of plasma has already imrpoved on this aspect. Therefore u can almost say that lcd now has NO advantage over plasma[maybe there's one, plasma color fades over time. however, the process is REALLY VERY VERY slow]... even for the price. Since this year, the price of lcd has been dropping alot, but still for a same resolution and screen size plasma n lcd, the lcd will be much more expensive. Advantages of plasma over lcd: Contrast Ratio, grey scaling(black levels), much lesser motion artifacts and much more cheaper. If u wish to know more about them and HDTVs, u can purchase a "What Video" magazine, it's simply an amazing mag with over 25 years of tv reviews! If u wan totally future-proof LCD/plasma, Panasonic PV60 series is your choice, it support 1080p and is definitly one of the best plasma brand out there besides Pioneer(another plasma leading brand). DO NOT listen to what the saleman recommend, they only promote those TV sets with more comission for them to u. Buy a decent HDTV mag n start reading! =) I will only consider to have a LCD TV if i want a small screen for my room, i'm using Panasonic 42PV500 in my living room now.
2006-07-05 06:43:41 · answer #1 · answered by viper_xeno 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This question has been asked and answered several times. There are many factors to consider, and much of the information floating about is misleading (ex: limited life of plasma vs LCD: LCD uses a flourescent light source that also has limited life). Do a search in Yahoo Answers on plasma or LCD TV and you will find much more. Also look up the subjects in Wikipedia (which I think has the most comprehensive and accurate information).
2006-07-03 07:38:25 · answer #2 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm going to get an LCD (flat, not projection) simply because they look great and they have greater longevity than plasma and any projection TV. I'm looking at Viewsonic, Sony, and Sharp Aquos.
The poster who says plasma does not lose their definition at larger screen sizes while LCD does is not doing their homework. It depends on the make and model. The same is true in plasma depending on the manufacturer. Pixels are pixels. Besides, there are only so many pixels in a broadcast. All TVs will have this problem if the screen is large enough.
2006-07-03 01:34:49 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i myself have a 50'' plasma screen and enjoy it very much and would like to suggest that u buy a plasma as well. i came across this fact that LCD tv's though clear at smaller levels,loose thier picture quality once the screen size increases. which does not happen in plasma. and plasmas are getting cheaper as well now a days, but u might need to also get a High Definition Set Top Box with it to enjoy even more clearer pictures.!!!!!
2006-07-03 01:36:24 · answer #4 · answered by ŜΛήĵΣΣυ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LCD uses less electricity
Plasma can have a short life and I think the colours look odd
Choosing an LCD, check that the black really is black (some don't) and make sure that the viewing angle is good enough for you. Unlike a tube TV, if you watch LCD from an angle it can be a bit poor. Fine if you look straight on.
IMHO the very best picture is still a tube
2006-07-03 01:37:01 · answer #5 · answered by XT rider 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We researched this and decided to buy a 52 inch projection TV. The salesman said plasma is great, but they only last about 6 years, then they die. Just think, they usually cost at least $500 more and last only half the amount of time!!!
2006-07-03 01:34:43 · answer #6 · answered by jojof2004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would get an LCD instead of Plasma....Personal experience as I own 4 of them....
Sanyo PLC-XR70N
Sanyo PLV-80
2006-07-03 01:32:18 · answer #7 · answered by indystoprealtor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋