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should of gotten this when it was 799 yesterday but sold out now LOL.
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I would have to ask what you plan to do with the TV?
If cost is not an issue,
I would get a high HZ LED.
if cost is an issue, you will never go wrong with a Plasma (IMO).
Most Plasma and LCD sets are very similar in price. LCD refresh rates are still not as good as Plasmas however. Overall picture quality will be better with a Plasma. Lifespan issues aren't as much of an issue any longer with Plasmas either; they last damn near as long as an LCD. Also, burn-in is not as big of an issue any longer with Plasma (it can still happen but it is harder to accomplish).
LED's can have deeper blacks and such than Plasmas but can also suffer from the same refresh rate blues as an LCD. Honestly even if cost wasn't an issue and you don't mind a bit heavier television, I would say to buy a Plasma anyways.
DLP is just a newer fancier rear projection. Mitsubishi puts out a good product. You have to worry about bulbs going out. Lifespan on bulbs vary and the bulbs CAN be expensive.
Size to cost ratio, I would say DLP has the edge with more bang for your buck, but requires more space also.
Overall if weight isn't an issue I would say plasma.. The televsion that Fallen linked is the same set I have, less 3d. I have the LG 60pz550 which looks identical to the linked, but has 3d support and is a "smart" tv.
Note - if you have a Video Only by you, I highly recommend you check there before you buy. I've bought my last 2 sets from them as well as my surround sound. They are very flexible on their prices and very competitive. My LG set was priced 1200 w/no tax and shipping on Amazon, Video Only had it for 1299 + tax w/2 pairs of 3d glasses. The sales person matched the Amazon price (1200 out the door) and still gave me the 3d glasses.
Shop around and see what you want, then head to Video Only and see if they have it, or something similar that you will like.
Hope this helps 
Edit - I have a 50" plasma from Panasonic I bought in November of 2008 and it works like the day I bought it. Moderate - heavy usage over the years too.
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We bought a Samsung 3D LED TV...for 3600...on sale for 1600 and it came with 4 pairs of glasses and a 3d blueray player which is huge because it's our first blueray player...we actually bought the TV for the blueray player...Well the blueray player was the selling point to me. Works great...we love it!! The tv and the player!! 
Their is a new one comming out in the next years OLED which has better blacks. If your afraid your blacks were too not athentic...just saying...whatever you buy, their will always be something better the next year....we have a lcd tv which is nice and a DLP but it takes up a lot of room...if you wanna buy our 55 inch dlp from us...feel free!! only asking 400.00
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Blacks are EVERYTHING and Plasma is still king.
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deviousdragon posted:
We bought a Samsung 3D LED TV...for 3600...on sale for 1600 and it came with 4 pairs of glasses and a 3d blueray player which is huge because it's our first blueray player...we actually bought the TV for the blueray player...Well the blueray player was the selling point to me. Works great...we love it!! The tv and the player!!
Their is a new one comming out in the next years OLED which has better blacks. If your afraid your blacks were too not athentic...just saying...whatever you buy, their will always be something better the next year....we have a lcd tv which is nice and a DLP but it takes up a lot of room...if you wanna buy our 55 inch dlp from us...feel free!! only asking 400.00
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If you can afford it, go LED.
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it really depends on what you do with it watch movies ,gaming or both,
http://lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtelevision/lcdtv.shtmlhttp://lcdtvbuyingguide.com/lcdtelevision/lcdtv.shtml
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notmforce2k posted:
If you can afford it, go LED.
Meh, Honestly would disagree. Until they can match the refresh rates of Plasmas, they are overpriced for what they are. They are great if you need a LIGHT television and can't have it take up too much room.. but the technology is still expensive.
Wait until the glassless 3d tech stuff comes out in full force.. gonna be shaawweeeeeeeettt!
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Lighting is another (imo THE) consideration. A room with windows or lamps will butcher a plasma. I have a plasma in our basement (dark room, "optimal conditions" for viewing) and I'd rather watch the smaller LCD in our living room. Sports and video games look much nicer on it.
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when I bought mine it was all about the refresh rate because watching things like football or other sports can suck if your refresh rate sucks.
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The refresh rate on my plasma is supposed to be much higher. I don't understand why they seem so different but in sports the players seem "fuzzy" and blur when they move. They just seem a lot more clear on the LCD. I have played around with the settings but nothing seems to fix it.
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Sports look fine on my old ass 60hz LCD
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I like LCD
I didn't think they still make DLP TVs
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I'd pick LED over plasma. You can use it as a computer monitor.
Another small thing to note is that the plasma will suck a lot more power.. and I mean a lot more than a LED HDTV.
I have a nice LCD tv (noted for having some of the best blacks for a LCD) but I hate super dark scenes still. I would love a lot more contrast in the dark areas but when I bought this TV, the LED ones were still 2500 and up.
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dlp? plasma? lol you mad?
go LED
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lol @ obsessing over refresh rates for a tv that likely will see zero game play.
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Akza posted:
I'd pick LED over plasma. You can use it as a computer monitor.
Another small thing to note is that the plasma will suck a lot more power.. and I mean a lot more than a LED HDTV.
I have a nice LCD tv (noted for having some of the best blacks for a LCD) but I hate super dark scenes still. I would love a lot more contrast in the dark areas but when I bought this TV, the LED ones were still 2500 and up.
Uhh my Plasma is energy star certified, and uses the same if not less than a lot of the LED sets out right now.
There are models of Plasmas with anti-glare screens which work quite well.
Also - I can use either of my plasmas as a monitor for my computer...
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i have a samsung. not plasma. i like it. cant give you any particulars tho. its a tv.
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I'm leaning towards LCD.
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http://www.frys.com/product/6543343
has 40" Sony Bravia KDL40EX720 LED 1080p HDTV for $529. Shipping starts at around $125 or you may select in-store pick up if you have a Fry's store in your area. Thanks avalanche sd
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I have an older 42" LG LCD tv that was the first ever HD TV I ever had, and as such I was satisfied with it. However, I find that when I'm watching something with a lot of motion like sports for example, the picture is not 100% satisfying.
Which TV's do you guys think would make sports look good as well as stuff like nature/history shows? Those are the two things I watch the most.
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DLP is best bang per buck
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If you insist on LED, from what I've read, get backlit LED. My buddies year old tv is either LCD or maybe edge lit LED and there is something not right about the picture. I've noticed it on other sets too. It's almost like the picture isn't real.
I'm looking at the Panasonic Plasma P60GT30 since my 7 year old big tv is f-ing up (darn Mitsubishi). Just hoping it goes on a superbowl sale in the next week. Then 2 year no int financing on Amazon and score.
Edit: Just checked my cart today and the price is UP $175 :/ Will probably drop $175 for superbowl sale...
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LED > the rest
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