I am in the market for a new T.V. I've seen some DLP HDTV's and was wondering which is the best for overall quality and price. My price range tops out at $2700.00
2006-08-30 06:13:58 · 6 answers · asked by Albatross 4 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
Can not go wrong with Panasonic.
2006-08-30 06:16:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion, the best HD picture available on any set is the Sony SXRD. It comes in sizes from 50" to 70" and is a rear-projection set using special LCD technology (LCOS). It has full REAL 1920x1080 resolution, excellent brightness and contrast. It beats anything I've seen.
Next best are the new 1080p DLP rear-projectors by Mitubishi, Toshiba, or HP. Their 1080p is "simulated", however: it's really two 540p pictures shown in rapid succession, slightly offset using a technique called wobulation (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wobulation). The pictures on these sets have high resolution, but because the pixels overlap, they are a bit softer than the SXRD. Some people prefer that as it looks more "film like".
Before buying any DLP set, make sure you can't see "rainbows" . Look at a picture set at a fairly high brightness setting. Make sure the picture has an spot of high brightness somewhere. Scan across the screen with your eyes. If you see a trail of color behind the spot, those are the "rainbows". Most people cannot see them (I can't), but those who do are bothered by them.
2006-08-30 15:03:22 · answer #2 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best overall "Quality" and "Reliability" for the
money is Mitzubishi. Beware of Toshiba, they are
having "Bulb Burnout" issues with many of their
DLP'S. Check C-Net for product reviews. If you
live near a FRY'S Electronics, check their prices.
My Mitz has been giving a great picture for almost
4 yrs. It's a 55" projection.
2006-08-30 20:56:37 · answer #3 · answered by Bob B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet for DLP tvs at your price range are the samsung DLP televisions.
For 1.00 under your budget you can find a 50 inch 1080 "P" display that will amaze your family.
http://www.tvauthority.com/DLP-TV-HDTV/Samsung-HL-S5087W.asp
Just make sure you use quality sources and seek a display that is HDMI compliant so you can be set technologically for the DRM changes coming through.
PS, for DVD playback i recommend a DCDi player that does upconverting. I find using analong component for standard DVD's on a quality DVD player is better than most "Cheap" upconverting dvd players.
2006-08-30 13:17:50 · answer #4 · answered by Byron M 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Toshiba has the best technology for these and are really well priced.
2006-08-30 13:15:43 · answer #5 · answered by Meggz21 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-30 13:15:30 · answer #6 · answered by fabio p 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋