Buying a Bravia need some help <---noob

[Born_2_Kill_83]

I want to purchase a Sony Bravia, no smaller than 32" no larger than 40". It must be proper HDMI.

I'm having problems doing my homework though, the thing is im trying to concentrate on most is the contrast ratio. Could some-one explain to me what this is and what the difference between contrast and dynamic ratios?

The TV I have my eye on has a dynamic contrast ratio of 16000:1 (which sounds pritty good) (Sony KDL40V3000) But the more expensive KDL40W2000 has a "contrast ratio" of 1800:1 and a dynamic of 8000:1.

I'm open to surgestions on other makes and models too!

EDIT: is 1080P better than 1080i?

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

Any ideas why Bravia have such low true contrast ratios 1800:1? While LG and Samsungs are 4000/5000:1

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

Maybe look at the Panasonic TH-37PX80B 37" plasma. It's meant to be a good one and fits in between the sizes you want.

What are your uses of the screen going to be and how close will you be sitting? With that info you can get some more recommendations. And like most PC and electrical products, don't get too caught up in the specs.

Ill be using it for playing blu-ray dvds, standard dvds and ps3 gaming, no sports or tv. I sit about 3 to 4 meters away. Getting it narrowed down to about 3 tvs now, can anyone recommend the lg 37lf66? Also wuld 40" be over kill for 4 meters sitting distance?

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

So, budget ?

My budget is from £600-£800, this is not a budget I will spend in a high street retailer of course, I wont come out with anything decent, I will shop for a week to find the best price. Hopefully somthing thats £1k in a retailer I should find for £750 elsewhere.

Why do you rate the LG 37LF66 so poorly?

I think Ive nearly decided on the Sony KDL-40V3000 can any-one put me off this screen last minute?

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

YES GET A PLASMA

why arent you listening to reason lol

LCDS ARE INFERIOR> PLASMA GIVE YOU BETTER QUALITY FOR THE MONEY
FAR BETTER BLACKS
BETTER COLOUR RANGE
CHEAPER

LOL I'm just not a Plasma fanboy sorry

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

It's not about being a fanboy. It's the recommendations of several knowledgable people saying the same thing

Fair enough *starts homework again on plasmas this time*

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

Just checked out the PX80 its not even 1080p?

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

O.k guy thats for all your help, now to finish this thread off could you put these on order of your personal preference.

Here they are in no particular order:

1) LG 37LF75 £603 Delivered
2) LG 37LG5000 £610 Delivered
3) SONY KDL 40V3000 £720 Delivered
4) PANASONIC TH-37PX80 £573 plus postage

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

You can pick up the 42" version on the PX80 for £649 if it is price matched. That will also include free delivery & a 5 year warrenty
You don't need to consider any of the other sets

Is this screen really as good as every-one is making out?
Ive read the reviews and they are very good with a price to match, but its one ugly looking TV (not that that matters), and on paper it isnt as good as other things. Not trying to be negitive I just want to spend my money (-£800) on the best available today

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

At the moment it's better than the other screens you have listed and it can be picked up for an excellent price. It's not the best TV currently available, but it's certainly the best in this price range.

Wont 1024 x 768 pixels look awful?

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

Why would it? The Kuro's use that res.....

Have you got your PX80, would like to hear your opions when you do after having the V3000

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

I've just been reading a thread on AVForums which suggests you shouldn't even watch a full foorball match on a new set as it may cause screen burn
Is this people just being over the top careful?

Yes I saw that too, sounds stupid to me, if thats the case its a poor TV, surely OTT

Could you provide me of details where you got your deal from with the 5 year warrenty? Email in trust

EDIT: Thanks!

 

[Born_2_Kill_83]

Just seen the Samsung LE40A557, any opions?