Samsung PN42A450 vs Panasonic Viera TH-42PX80U: Any advice/suggestions?
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VGA connection for 1024x768 was the reason I chose this one, and have been very happy, From AVSForum, equal number that could look at both in their homes chose one or the other, a wash PQ-wise (color preferred Sammy, black/dither preferred Panny). cnet is not very helpful, recommend that you check AVS, the PN50A450 forum as well as the panny one for further details. I can highly recommend the 42A450 after 500 hours viewing. Friend has the px80u, he loves his as well, but had horrible luck connecting his XP PC.
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It was my understanding that PS3 produced 720p or 1080i images. The Pana BD85 is 1080p. As far as accuracy of color, the BD85K is much better than my brother's PS3. We both have 720p sets, but to be fair, he's on a 40" Samsung 60hz LCD, whereas I have a Pana Viera 600hz plasma. No comparison there, so that could be the difference.
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My subjective opinion is based on a pretty simple observation. I've looked at and compared both sets at Sears and at Best Buy and the Samsung had the best picture quality by far. In fact at as little as 5 feet away I had a difficult time seeing any difference between the model in question and several other 1080p models hanging next to it. I know a lot depends upon the quality of video feed the stores are using for the demo models on display. This is only my opinion and I know that can vary greatly for the person to person. So, take it for what its worth. Hopefully others can add their observations to the discussion.
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Gamble. Thanks for the reply. If you read the reviews on Amazon it seems that the reviewers seem to think the 65 model is better! I would go for the 65 as I want the best display as possible. I watch soccer and need the better fast motion that this model should display (less blurry) hope this helps. Keep in touch!Mike
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go to www.displaywars.com and plug in 26 versus 32 display - it will show an overlay in color and dimensions so you can visualize the difference. If budget is a consideration then consider as an alternative the panasonic viera 26x1 being price promoted as an amazon special
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I actually got the Samsung PNC508000 instead of one of these. It cost a little bit more but i think i made the right decision. The picture quality is great!
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I did. I was debating between 8500 and VT60 and decided for the latter. They are both excellent TVs. I think for some reason Samsung appeared to be a bit more colorful and brighter than Panasonic. I think its because of their calibration and proprietary enhancer..However, I heard some quality issues with other Samsung models, especially with LCDs on other forums and went with the VT60 instead. It was a 50-49 decision making..However, for a bright room, I regret buying the Plasma because of the reflections. Given the specs, quad core etc. and browsing experience, I should've gone for Samsung but again Panasonic is king for plasma and my other Panasonic is still with no issues after 8 years.. I did. I was debating between 8500 and VT60 and decided for the latter. They are both excellent TVs. I think for some reason Samsung appeared to be a bit more colorful and brighter than Panasonic. I think its because of their calibration and proprietary enhancer..However, I heard some quality issues with other Samsung models, especially with LCDs on other forums and went with the VT60 instead. It was a 50-49 decision making..However, for a bright room, I regret buying the Plasma because of the reflections. Given the specs, quad core etc. and browsing experience, I should've gone for Samsung... » Read More I did. I was debating between 8500 and VT60 and decided for the latter. They are both excellent TVs. I think for some reason Samsung appeared to be a bit more colorful and brighter than Panasonic. I think its because of their calibration and proprietary enhancer..However, I heard some quality issues with other Samsung models, especially with LCDs on other forums and went with the VT60 instead. It was a 50-49 decision making..However, for a bright room, I regret buying the Plasma because of the reflections. Given the specs, quad core etc. and browsing experience, I should've gone for Samsung but again Panasonic is king for plasma and my other Panasonic is still with no issues after 8 years.. « Show Less
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I purchased the Samsung LN52A860S2F a couple of days ago and I was told by the merchant that these tv has a better picture quality then its predacessor, but I can't find that fact anywhere. I wonder if I got tricked in to paying $200 bucks more for nothing.
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Go with the 50c8000 the "Real Black Filter" makes a hell of a difference. You cant go wrong with this TV.
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Dear Ed,Thanks a lot, that solved my original question. After compare them through LG websiteand found 3 different points:1. What is the defference between 1920x1080 and 1920x1080P? Any hugh difference that you cansee through normal human eyes? They all 1080P right?2. One AV in shortage make no differnece to me.3. Power source difference OK for me as I lives in USA region.feels Like 42LV5400 is current best value plus Magic Motion Remote,
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Go for Samsung UN50H6350 50-Inch 1080p... Its a way better than plasma, also you will save on electricity bill. Plasma consume more electricity
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I forgot to mention; I have a separate sound system, so I'm mostly concerned with the picture. How would you compare the picture quality of the two TVs?
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Haluk,Thanks for the response; I realize now that I actually have the Panasonic TH-50PX77U, but I'm guessing that the solution is the same, and too expensive as well. Although I am in the market for a new computer, so it wouldn't have to be a VGA based laptop, but still prob. too expensive regardless?Thanks
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The Xpand Universal 3D Glasses are better IMO and cost less than the Panasonic glasses. Look on the Xpand website and see if they have something that will work with your TV.
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Thank you very much. your suggestion is very helpful. I'm leaning towards the Samsung 50" that you mention, the PN50A450.
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I was interested initially in the 40A550, but ultimately went with the 40A650 because the important features were a priority for me, maybe a bit of futurizing. But now that I've had the 40A650 for 10 days, I've just made the plunge and am exchanging it for a 46A650. I figure I haven't bought a tv in 16 years, let alone a flat screen or high def, so I'm getting exactly what I want and I wouldn't want bigger..but for me the type I want came first if that was the only choice..don't know if this helps but as this post was 4/08, you may be past this by now..Good luck..
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Price being no object I've personally narrowed it down to:1. Pioneer PDP-5010FD (not the Elite series but still very expensive)2. Panasonic TH-50PZ750UBut, since price is an object I'm weighing heavily, I am most likely getting the Panasonic, maybe even the 700U (trying to decide if I need the extra features of the 750U)I've seen enough side by side, no matter which model it always seems to go Pioneer #1, Panasonic #2, and Samsung and LG #3 with a fairly large gap between 2 and 3.