After much deliberation and going back and forth...I am happy with my final decision. Funny, it's none of the previous choices I named.
http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...0079165&catid=
46 inch Sony Bravia LCD 1080P $3299.99
After viewing them side by side and investigating "known problems" online, I feel good about this Sony.
The Sony XBR2/3 series has been having a lot of white / clouding issues.
Pioneer Plasma, glass is way too reflective for my liking. Sharp contrast and colours though...
Sharp Aquos, nice LCD still too reflective though. Plus known horizontal / vertical banding problems.
Samsung, didn't care for the high glossy piano black trim. Great picture though, very similar to the Sony.
Plus the 46 inch is a better fit in our living room, the 52 inch will be too large after all the measurements were done.
Thanks for the input CP!