Which one is the best SXRD or DLP HDTV for 55" TV.?

Answer 1

There is a difference in the appearance of the picture between the two technologies, and it is a matter of personal taste as to which is better. The SXRD has the sharpest picture, but the DLP has the best dark level picture (not contrast ratio; the way a picture looks when it's mostly a dark scene). Both types of sets advertise a 1080p picture and display 1920x1080 pixels. The consumer-level DLPs, however, use a technique called "wobulation" to get that resolution: all pixels are not on the screen at the same time, and there is pixel overlap (intentional). For a description of how that works see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wobulation

The result is a softer picture that to some people has a more natural "film-like" appearance, and individual pixels cannot be seen even if you look closely. The SXRD pixels are all on the screen at the same time, and there is no overlap; look close enough and you can see them.

There is another issue with DLP projectors (again, consumer level) and that is some people can see "rainbows" if their eyes scan rapidly across the screen. Before you settle on a DLP set, make this test: in a picture with a bright area, scan your eyes across the screen and see if that bright area leaves a trail of colors. If so, you can see the rainbows, and that may bother you. Many people (including me) cannot see them, but you should check to make sure.

Some latest model DLP sets are using LED light sources that are supposed to greatly reduce the rainbow possibility. But the picture on these sets looks different (color wise). so again, look at it in the store and compare.

If it were my choice at this time, I think the SXRD is the way to go. But you should look at the sets and decide for yourself.