I've decided I want to get an HDTV after years of gaming on standard TVs. I don't know though what's the better option: LCD, Plasma, or a standard size (CRT?) HD. I'm looking for something 32" or larger, with 720p support.
Now I know I can get a standard HDTV for about half the cost as LCD or Plasma, but I'm not sure if the extra money is doing anything besides allowing for a smaller TV.
Also, when buying a plasma or LCD TV, is it wise to go with reputable brands, or are the off-brand with really cheap TV's a worthwhile alternative?
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That is true but a large CRT is 300 pounds!!!
Weight doesn't matter when I move it like once every year.
The Sony KV-36XBR400. Here's one on craigslist as an example. It does weigh about 260lbs but if you don't care about that there's no reason not to get this TV. You can get one for around $500 used and it's the best picture quality out there for under $4,000 or so.
True and false, the new LCDs with 1080p from sharp, JVC, samsung, sony, all have very vivid amazing clear pictures, but the black levels of LCDs still do not even *come close* to touching a pioneer or panasonics black levels in the same price range
i personally prefer plasma, its a flat panel, 50" and above youre no doubt getting a better price on it than on an lcd
i personally have a 30" CRT HDTV... it was cheap, and i love the picture.... bu the fucker weighs about 130lbs... and i live in a 5th floor walkup... i'm seriously considering just leaving it here when i move out
Unfortunately I don't think I could fit one up the stairs of my apartment building. Had enough trouble with my mattresses and 27" TV.
Thanks for the advice so far. I'm leaning towards Plasma, especially after the recent Walmart price drops on Panasonics. I might be able to snag a bigger set than I was hoping for, though probably for more money than i was hoping to spend.
Nothing beats a tube for 'true' blacks. The only monitoring solution that we've seen that offers true, 0 ire black in the form of an lcd was $40,000. Apparently Sony is working on a solution for the professional market but that won't come until 2008.
In reality, it only weights like 165 pounds (says so in the book), but it's awkward to hold which iswhy is can feel heavier. I guess I should mention we are two big and strong guys so that might be why I think the weight isn't so bad.
you work in the video market deni?
same here