updating to hdtv need help

I have a 50 inchPanasonic Panny. I have really enjoyed it. I also own a 42 inch Plasma, I love the technology. You will get a little image retention (IR), but it is no big deal, and should not be confused with "Burn in". LCD is terrible for movies, unless you get one with the LED backlight. But, LCD is good for TV and Video games.

I found a really decent online retailer that has a nice selection of Plasma TVs while not necessarily applicable because you are in australia, at least you can use as a basis for comparison. http://www.homeappliancegallery.com/plasma-televisions.aspx They have a really good deal on the Panny 50" 720P TV for like 850 bucks.

Just my $0.02.

Check soundandvision. i am in uk and got a 58" JVC for £1200 model is HD-58DS8DDJ

supposedly a manufacture problem that causes two thumb sized marks on the corners of the screen but i hav mine for a year...... no marks!

reduced from over 3000 : ) dont know about delivery to aus though worth a go

looking for hd tv with deepest blacks and best all around hd experience. dont care if its plasma or lcd because apparently both are as reliable as each other these days. not looking to spend over 3 grand (aus) and between the sizes of 46-52 inch. thanks guys. so many brands and models to choose from...to many optionsdrtickleme

You want deep blacks? Go Plasma. Want a solid Tv? GO LCD. LCDs have been getting a bad rap about blacks. But if you know about manual configuration, you can turn the LCDS into a fantastic set. Besides, my room is brightly lit during the day, so LCDS have an advantage because there is no glare.

I have a 50 inchPanasonic Panny. I have really enjoyed it. I also own a 42 inch Plasma, I love the technology. You will get a little image retention (IR), but it is no big deal, and should not be confused with "Burn in". LCD is terrible for movies, unless you get one with the LED backlight. But, LCD is good for TV and Video games.

sro2688

LCD is terrible for movies?? Plasmas are horrid for video games, especially with dark themed games like resident evil.

LCD pros- Angles. You can view it from anywhere in the room. Deep blacks, Motion blurs have been fixed in recent models, environment friendly, less power/energy, much more life. Less heavy. No noise.

LCD cons- screen is quite difficult to clean.

Plasma Pros-deep blacks, glossy look makes for smooth playback, good for everything except gaming.

Plasma cons- noisy, heavy, power eater, angles suck unless you sit almost infront of it, glare even on the anti glare. Games look too dark

Sharp aquos, samsungs and bravias are fantastic.Frankly, i dont give a damn.

[QUOTE="sro2688"]

I have a 50 inchPanasonic Panny. I have really enjoyed it. I also own a 42 inch Plasma, I love the technology. You will get a little image retention (IR), but it is no big deal, and should not be confused with "Burn in". LCD is terrible for movies, unless you get one with the LED backlight. But, LCD is good for TV and Video games.

weskhaze

LCD is terrible for movies?? Plasmas are horrid for video games, especially with dark themed games like resident evil.

LCD pros- Angles. You can view it from anywhere in the room. Deep blacks, Motion blurs have been fixed in recent models, environment friendly, less power/energy, much more life. Less heavy. No noise.

LCD cons- screen is quite difficult to clean.

Plasma Pros-deep blacks, glossy look makes for smooth playback, good for everything except gaming.

Plasma cons- noisy, heavy, power eater, angles suck unless you sit almost infront of it, glare even on the anti glare. Games look too dark

Sharp aquos, samsungs and bravias are fantastic.Frankly, i dont give a damn.

OK have to disagree you made such a huge mistake, viewing angles on LCD's are terrible compared to plasma I can stand side on to my plasma's and the picture doesn't fade or anything but my LCD changes contrast and colours depending where you are sitting its only bang on if you sit right in front of it.

I have two Panny plasma TV's and they make no noise what so ever yeah maybe if you buy cheap or old but the fan on my samsung LCD makes more noise but even then once I have content playing on it I cant here any fan at all.

one thing that gets my goat is when people say LCD is getting better all the time well guese what so is plasma.

OH but I do agree about power consumption plasma's are horrific

[QUOTE="sro2688"]

I have a 50 inchPanasonic Panny. I have really enjoyed it. I also own a 42 inch Plasma, I love the technology. You will get a little image retention (IR), but it is no big deal, and should not be confused with "Burn in". LCD is terrible for movies, unless you get one with the LED backlight. But, LCD is good for TV and Video games.

weskhaze

LCD is terrible for movies?? Plasmas are horrid for video games, especially with dark themed games like resident evil.

LCD pros- Angles. You can view it from anywhere in the room. Deep blacks, Motion blurs have been fixed in recent models, environment friendly, less power/energy, much more life. Less heavy. No noise.

LCD cons- screen is quite difficult to clean.

Plasma Pros-deep blacks, glossy look makes for smooth playback, good for everything except gaming.

Plasma cons- noisy, heavy, power eater, angles suck unless you sit almost infront of it, glare even on the anti glare. Games look too dark

Sharp aquos, samsungs and bravias are fantastic.Frankly, i dont give a damn.

let the lcd vs plasma debate go on!

yes, plasma panels tend to have better PQ. nothing compares to panny and pioneer contrast. and yes, lcd's are better for pc and video games. overall, though, the new generation of tv's have become soooo goood. new samsung lcd's compare well with new panny plasma. for plasma, IR and bur-in are almost history. you almost cant go wrong with your purchase!