DLP vs. Plasma vs. LCD Tv's. Which is better?

[Bertuzzied]

Just moved into my new place and i figure i'd treat myself to a new tv. Which is good and i guess with these new tv's there is a lamp life to it. Thanx for the help.

[Calgary Flames]

Stay away from LCD... that's all I know. LCD's are very bad long term. Plasma is the way to go, or so i've heard.

[Cheese]

Plasma vs LCD

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[Bertuzzied]

Yay thanx for all the info. Sorry i was a lazy ass to search for it. I'm totally regretting not buying the Daytek 42" plasma from Costco. It was only $2199 and it looked way better than the $6500 Samsung plasma.

[Bertuzzied]

Originally posted by fotze@Mar 8 2005, 07:43 PM
I'd get a projector. My buddy got one for 700 bucks and I just can't believe it, unbelievable 100 inch TV is a kickass movie theatre in your house. Throw on Lord of the Rings and it is amazing.

Whatever you do don't listen to the jackasses at the stores, do your own research.

Yes i was looking at that too! But my living room is pretty bright so i'm not sure if that would work well or not. Memory Express has a Benq for only $850 after rebate. This is definitely the cheapest option but i dont' think my wife would let me paint the living room black. hehe.

[browna]

And with Costco's generous return policy...

Then, get HD...I didn't know all the hype until we moved in last week, and I got the Shaw HD box (already had an HDTV-ready set).

On a big screen like we have, regular channels look like monkey crap because the picture is bigger and the standard picture is blown up showing more "noise".

HD...clear, bright, no background picture "noise"...you won't want to go back to regular TV (you'll have to, Shaw only has 4 HD stations right now).

[Calgary Flames]

When the hell is Shaw getting more HD channels? They argue that the channels like TSNHD and Sportsnet HD aren't always true HD... but It's still WAY better than regular def channels.

Also, they have every major network aside from FOX... I need my 24 in HD damit!!

[Cheese]

Originally posted by fotze@Mar 8 2005, 02:43 PM
I'd get a projector. My buddy got one for 700 bucks and I just can't believe it, unbelievable 100 inch TV is a kickass movie theatre in your house. Throw on Lord of the Rings and it is amazing.

Whatever you do don't listen to the jackasses at the stores, do your own research.

Where would you get a projector for $700 fotze? Five finger discount?

[michalek]

DLP is the way to go.

[hah]

I have a Panasonic DLP.

However some people can see a "rainbow" effect becuase of the DLP technique.

Plasma from what I understand gets burn in, so if you game alot or watch CNN it will burn in the tube. Also plasma cannot be fixed if the screen gets fata'd up.

DLP and LCD are run on light bulbs so once they are toast you can get a new one.

I've had my DLP since December very happy with it, espcially watching HDTV.

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[RougeUnderoos]

Originally posted by Bertuzzied+Mar 8 2005, 12:47 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Bertuzzied @ Mar 8 2005, 12:47 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-fotze@Mar 8 2005, 07:43 PM
I'd get a projector. My buddy got one for 700 bucks and I just can't believe it, unbelievable 100 inch TV is a kickass movie theatre in your house. Throw on Lord of the Rings and it is amazing.

Whatever you do don't listen to the jackasses at the stores, do your own research.

Yes i was looking at that too! But my living room is pretty bright so i'm not sure if that would work well or not. Memory Express has a Benq for only $850 after rebate. This is definitely the cheapest option but i dont' think my wife would let me paint the living room black. hehe. [/b][/quote]
A buddy of mine has a projector/home-theatre and it is the coolest thing ever. He put it in the basement though in a room with no windows. All the lights have to be out for optimal coolness.

Sounds like fotze's friend has it upstairs though (unless he invites the pizza man in for a little tour) so what do I know.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally posted by Calgary Flames@Mar 8 2005, 01:37 PM
Stay away from LCD... that's all I know. LCD's are very bad long term. Plasma is the way to go, or so i've heard.

That is a very informed and objective post Jordon.

If you want a Flat panel:

If you play video games, get an LCD

If you want something big, its cheaper to get Plasma

Basically on quality, all things are fairly equall

Viewing angle: LCD with a slight edge
Refresh rates: Slight edge to plasma
Brightness: LCD, slightly
Burn in: BIG advantage to LCD
Contrast: Big debate. Plasma's list better contrast rates, but there is a whole big argument about how LCD's perform better in this aspect in actual everyday uses
Life Span: slight edge LCD, depends on manufacturer too though, check ratings for the ones you are considering
Weight: LCD (if you are wallmounting)
Thickness: LCD (also for wall mounting)
Fragility: LCD (I think if you turn a plasma upside down its done)

[Josh]

Originally posted by Calgary Flames@Mar 8 2005, 07:37 PM
Stay away from LCD... that's all I know. LCD's are very bad long term. Plasma is the way to go, or so i've heard.

Could you be anymore uninformed?

Plasma is the way to go if you're planning on replacing your TV within 5 years, right now they don't have lifespans that are all that great.

Currently I'd go with DLP out of the choices you've given.

Personally I'm going to go with a 34" CRT, even though the tube is old technology, it will give the best picture.

[Bertuzzied]

Thanx for all the replies. I've decided to go with the LG DLP.


Since i watch so much hockey(hehe) i figured the Plasma won't last in my house very long. PLus the detachable speakers that come with this looks pretty awesome. $2999 at future shop. SInce i have a futureshop card i will defer the payments for 5 years so by the time i finish paying it off , a brand new one would be like $400. hehehe

[I-Hate-Hulse]

Before you buy DLP, make sure you do some research into the Rainbow phenomenon and see if it applies to you. It appear during fast action movies for me and that's why I went with Sony GWIII (LCD-RP)

[Neeper]

The rainbow effect is the color wheel that you see. You won't see it unless you move your eyeballs right to left very quick all the time, I sure don't watch tv that way. Good choice on TV. DLP is the way to go for quality, color, brightness long term life. It also uses a user replaceable lamp, so you don't have to worry about paying to get it service. There are no pixels to burnout like LCD. There is no burn in, like LCD and plasma. And it can be fixed, unlike plasma. I don't understand why anyone would buy a plasma or lcd (unless space is the biggest problem).

I have a 46" Samsung DLP and love it.

[I-Hate-Hulse]

Some people note the effect during sports which is why I brought it up. LCD rear projection is significantly different from just plain LCD (with all the advantages you just mentioned. I also considered the Samsung HLN series DLP quite seriously before I went with the Sony Grand Wega line.

Try before you buy is the best advice I can give.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally posted by Neeper@Mar 8 2005, 11:00 PM
The rainbow effect is the color wheel that you see. You won't see it unless you move your eyeballs right to left very quick all the time, I sure don't watch tv that way. Good choice on TV. DLP is the way to go for quality, color, brightness long term life. It also uses a user replaceable lamp, so you don't have to worry about paying to get it service. There are no pixels to burnout like LCD. There is no burn in, like LCD and plasma. And it can be fixed, unlike plasma. I don't understand why anyone would buy a plasma or lcd (unless space is the biggest problem).

I have a 46" Samsung DLP and love it.

Once again, LCD's DO NOT burn in. The user changable bulb is a big plus of DLP's, but frankly I'm a person who plans on having a different TV in 10 years so that won't affect my decision. Also, dead pixels on a modern LCD are pretty unheard of.

[Calgary Flames]

Originally posted by hulkrogan+Mar 9 2005, 11:34 AM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (hulkrogan @ Mar 9 2005, 11:34 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-Neeper@Mar 8 2005, 11:00 PM
The rainbow effect is the color wheel that you see. You won't see it unless you move your eyeballs right to left very quick all the time, I sure don't watch tv that way. Good choice on TV. DLP is the way to go for quality, color, brightness long term life. It also uses a user replaceable lamp, so you don't have to worry about paying to get it service. There are no pixels to burnout like LCD. There is no burn in, like LCD and plasma. And it can be fixed, unlike plasma. I don't understand why anyone would buy a plasma or lcd (unless space is the biggest problem).

I have a 46" Samsung DLP and love it.

Once again, LCD's DO NOT burn in. [/b][/quote]
LCD's do burn in, at least with my experiences with PC monitors.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally posted by Calgary Flames+Mar 9 2005, 03:11 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Calgary Flames @ Mar 9 2005, 03:11 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>

Once again, LCD's DO NOT burn in.

LCD's do burn in, at least with my experiences with PC monitors. [/b][/quote]
I work on a laptop, and have for well over a year. Why don't I have the start button burned into my monitor?

Infact show me any laptop or LCD computer monitor made in the last couple years and i'll eat my words.