XBR 7 8 9 ? what is the difference in these? Not knowing much about these tvs and still researching can someone please explain in normal language what the difference is between an XBR 7 and an XBR 9 etc (besides price)? XBR 7 8 9 ? what is the difference in these? Not knowing much about these tvs and still researching can someone please explain in normal language what the difference is between an XBR 7 and an XBR... » Read More XBR 7 8 9 ? what is the difference in these? Not knowing much about these tvs and still researching can someone please explain in normal language what the difference is between an XBR 7 and an XBR 9 etc (besides price)? « Show Less
1637436
Thanks for the explaination of the difference. Here is my question: For the differences you mention, it is worth the extra $450 (approx 33% incr) in price to step up to the XBR9 from the XBR7. Musch appreciated.
1637437
Thank you so much for taking the time to explain. I now have a bit more knowledge to make my decision. And I agree then the XBR9 would be the better selection.
1058095
XBR7 is better than XBR6 if there is little no price difference, or if price does not matter. Samsung LN46A650 to save money has same PQ. Sony XBR8 or Samsung 950 series are even better, but at a cost.
540087
There are a few differences between the various Sammy 40" LCDs. Some may not be so important to most: such as, styling; side mount speakers vs bottom; some have Game Mode, which Samsung says speeds up vdeo processing; but the most important diff between them (and probably the one that leads to the price diff) is contrast ratio. As an example the cheaper of them, the 4041 has 3000:1, and the 4096 has 6000:1. BIG DIFFERENCE. The others fall somewhere in between.
1622048
The major difference is lack of a CableCARD slot in the new models. The new models have a built-in HDTV tuner. You can pick up local HDTV channels if you have an HDTV antenna or a cable system which passes through local HD channels. Otherwise, you will need a digital cable or satellite box which emits HDMI or HD component video. You can find the KDL-xxS2000 user manual in Acrobat PDF format here: http://www.sonystyle.com/intershoproot /eCS/Store/en/documents/specifications /KDL-26-32-40S2000_usermanual.pdf The Bravia XBR manual is here: http://www.sonystyle.com/intershoproot /eCS/Store/en/documents /specifications /KDL-V26_40XBR1O_User%20Manual.pdf CNET has suggested they will have a complete review of the 32" model by mid-April. I anxiously await that review (which should also apply to the 40" model as well). -- Steve
1262696
This is common knowledge to owners of both types of tvs due to research and from personal experience over the years. Just google it and you will find all the evidence that you need.
1608273
As best I can determine, this is a proprietary model specifically made for BestBuy so that they can price it lower than the standard 32LN5300 LED TV's offered at other locations. Thereby they can say that it is not the same model sold elsewhere. This way they can monopolize the market.
1177940
The seller lied and sold me an infirior tv. The xbr line is outstanding. Make sure it is if you bUy.
1419963
To Wastedyrs: I suggest the older model is more-expensive simply because it IS older....each new generation of chips, digital TVs, etc, are significantly cheaper than prior ones. No exceptions I know of, unless you account for higher functionality or features.
1348881
I literally just ordered a KDL-W3000 52 inch television 1 hour ago. I did 3 months of research and although I am not sure how I'll fell when I get the television, I can say that I went for the w3000. I looked at some seocnd tier brands first, but quickly moved on to the main brands.... settling in on the Sharp D64 or a Toshiba 167 or the Sony W3000. Of course the Sony was the most expensive of the brands I was looking at. As far as picture and blur: I can not even tell you if I could see any difference between the w3000 and the XBR, so I went for the XBR. I did see one scene in a movie where I saw a slight amount of motion blur, so I am sure it exists.. the quesiton is, "how bad does the blur appear to you and what is it worth for you to minimize the blur" ? For me... the answer was in my order.. I went with the W3000. The price was $2309 no tax, no delivery fee.
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I have a Sony XBR5 no problems at all, perfect set. I watch a lot of sports the set is fantastic. Samsung is a great set also, but at the store I did see some issues with it. I have heard and read about the clouding problem in the past, but not on the new sets, it has been solved to my knowledge. XBR4/5 same great set. Sony and Samsung went on a joint venture with their panels, this means that both company's have the same panels (8th gen. panels). The only difference is the engine, I think in my opinion the Sony has more detail than the Samsung. At the same time we are nit picking, which ever one you like go with it and don't look back. Be happy with your choice, because there will always be a better set. FYI if you go with Samsung be sure it has the updated firmware, on the settings menu it should say "Oct2007". If it doesn't you can not update it, you will have to find another set that does. Check with Samsung for the current firmware update. Samsung "81 series" is the only set that I know of that you can update the firmware via the internet when available, this is a plus. Most company's don't guarantee blown pixals, some will say you need to have certain amount of pixals blown before they can exchange for a new one. Check out the extended coverage, make sure they cover blown pixals. Some people have had blown pixal problems, at the store they had a few sets with this problem including Sony and Samsung. I have read that a lot of people had customer service problems with Samsung less with Sony. I never had a problem with Sony's customer service in the past or their products. Pick the best set you like and forget everybody else, it's your set. ****HOPE THIS HELPS, GOOD LUCK****
1609248
There is Absolutely No question that the 55" Sony...920...XBR is light years better than ANY Plasma.Especially relative to motion. You are really Not seeing motion accurately on any Plasma because the picture is so non-detailed/inaccurate relative to input.I cannot believe that anyone cannot see the difference. I am very serious when I say that those who cannot see the difference must not have normal vision!
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Is anybody else getting dizzy from all of the TVs being offered (such as Samsung and Sony, with Sony's recently dropping its price on the Sony Bravia 55HX800 to $1,401)? I was set to pull the trigger on this one, and then Vizio came out with the XV554 and then Sony dropped its prices, and and and... . I read a lot of comparison reviews on http://www.televisioninfo.com/d/reviews which seems to do a pretty straight up job of reviewing TVs (although Sony's a big advertiser there, so I'm necessarily suspicious of just how much objectivity there is). Any thoughts on how to navigate this thicket?
2032324
Thanks for your input I was wondering why this is so, I was worried whether there was a reason like the 42" was manufactured some place different and perhaps had less quality, or it was something like you're saying, they just have more 42" TVs and need to sell them. Hopefully it's the latter.
17188
I'd like to ask you a question about the 24p content. I produce videos in 24p, and although I'm very creative, I'm not a tech guru. Thus, I've been trying to witness the difference between TV's out there that claim to have good 24p playback capabilities, as we produce several things at that frame rate. Have you seen them side by side? Does the lower Hz level really make a big difference? I've seen the 8000 in action, but never checked the Hz level and didn't compare it to the 7000. Thanks in advance for your help.
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I am certainly no TV guru but, I had purchased the LN40A550 & returned it & bought the LN40A650 & could not be happier! We noticed immediately that the picture looked faded on the 550 & went to one of the local retailers & found that this is a common complaint on these units. They actually had a LN40A550 & LN40A650 side by side in the store & there is a huge difference. We are very impressed with the picture quality regardless of what we are watching. We have had many friends commenting on the awesome picture on this TV. Hope this helps. Les
1577797
I've seen the W3000 side by side with XBR. I don't like the XBR. It makes movies look like stage shows. Very disconcerting if you like movies. The "3D" effect they talk about makes movies look like video -- if you know the distinction. (If you watch sports more than movies, you will probably like the XBR more.) I almost bought an XBR because "MotionFlow" sounded good... I was stunned when I saw them side by side. Also happy, because I'll save almost a grand by buying a 52W3000 rather than XBR! Do yourself a favor and find them in a store so you can look. Some people like the XBR 3D effect. I really don't.
1003194
I'll tell you two things here.I've heard that the 750 has had halo issues. I've heard it a lot, and I've heard it from 750 who are now 850 buyers.I also had an opportunity to compare the 750 and 850 side by side. Looking down the specs, I don't see the difference, but seeing them in action it's visible. The 850 is hands down, the best looking tv I have ever seen. It's just amazing. All I'm doing now is waiting for the price to drop to my target, and it's sold.