HDTV newb needs help

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DCVL

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I am looking to get an HDTV that is right around the 40" mark, not interested in any bigger and def not any smaller. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. I hear nothing but good things about the Sharp Aquos so i was leaning towards that.

I want to know what would be the best one to get that will last longer and be great for console gaming/movies. And has great color and longevity.

Sharp Aquos 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage...=HDTV&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1186004971284
$1,799.99


Westinghouse 42" 1080p LCD
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage...=HDTV&lp=2&type=product&cp=1&id=1181831586462
$996.99

These are 2 that im interested. Could someone please point out why there is such a huge price difference in these 2 similar HDTVs?
 
Japan vs USA.
Both LCD's will be good for HDTV, but the Sharp will most likely outperform it with SDTV/DVD, and also should outperform it at night by virtue of a superior black level.
 
so are u saying....that the aquos is worth that much more than the westinghouse?
 
DCVL said:
so are u saying....that the aquos is worth that much more than the westinghouse?
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I would consider buying a cheaper plasma, but don't believe buying a cheap large LCD makes any sense.

Plasma is a superior tech on most occasions, so if you're going to buy LCD, get a good one.

That sharp has excellent specs, so it's PQ with anything hi-def will be impressive.

Otherwise I would buy a Sony 10bit 40inch.....these are cheaper than the Sharp and are well regarded+I've seen the Sony in the flesh and it was excellent.

I wouldn't buy any large LCD if SDTV was a major factor in your viewing....I'd buy a Samsung or Panasonic plasma.
 
my friend was telling me they still have burn in issues on plasmas though. Such as for gaming with a cross hair target that doesnt move on your screen. However, i'm not one of those leave my game on pause for hours on end or even my TV unless im using it. Is that such an issue on the newer plasmas? He was also telling me that if you accidentally tip the plasma for more than 45 degrees its done for. I dont plan on doing that anyways but during a move since i am military who knows...i don't trust the people hired to move my stuff, thats for sure.
 
Dogmapog said:
I would consider buying a cheaper plasma, but don't believe buying a cheap large LCD makes any sense.

Plasma is a superior tech on most occasions, so if you're going to buy LCD, get a good one.

That sharp has excellent specs, so it's PQ with anything hi-def will be impressive.

Otherwise I would buy a Sony 10bit 40inch.....these are cheaper than the Sharp and are well regarded+I've seen the Sony in the flesh and it was excellent.

I wouldn't buy any large LCD if SDTV was a major factor in your viewing....I'd buy a Samsung or Panasonic plasma.
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I am more interested in the HDTV view. Especially since i got the xbox 360 with HD and HDMI ports. But the question above is the one i really need answered....Thats the only thing making me hesitant on buying a plasma...burn ins, and tilting and ruining the TV.
 
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