LCD or Plasma
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Like you said...widely discussed.
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2 weeks into the new year and it's finally been asked. Now how soon till someone asks in the massage forum "where can I find a RMT that does a happy ending" or "why would anyone want to go to a SC when they can go to a MP or an escort"
Too late, that one's already been asked too.1HandInMyPocket said:2 weeks into the new year and it's finally been asked. Now how soon till someone asks in the massage forum "where can I find a RMT that does a happy ending" .
Always go for the latest technology (eg. 120) especially for sports. If it's pricey, just wait for sales...they do go on sale.
Re: plasma or LCD, I really think Plasma is better technology, because of speed and true black. Panasonic sells both LCD & plasma...go their website for comparisons.
LCD's big advantage is that there is very low reflection in high glare areas, ie. near windows which get reflected on your screen. Somehow LCD just absorbs the light.
Next time you're in Best Buy, see the reflection off plasma vs LCD....virtually no reflection on LCD.
Re: plasma or LCD, I really think Plasma is better technology, because of speed and true black. Panasonic sells both LCD & plasma...go their website for comparisons.
LCD's big advantage is that there is very low reflection in high glare areas, ie. near windows which get reflected on your screen. Somehow LCD just absorbs the light.
Next time you're in Best Buy, see the reflection off plasma vs LCD....virtually no reflection on LCD.
120hz is an interesting thing. There's a diminishing return on everything above 30p (60 interlaced cycles, NTSC broadcast) as a matter of psychophysics. The deal is that films are typically ~24p and 60i output is achieved by spreading two images across five frames (3:2 pulldown), which causes a noticable stutter with things like camera panning. Since 24 goes into 120 pretty cleanly, this goes away.Spiker said:I'm in the market for a new LCD, thinking of a 46" Samsung. What is the verdict on the new 120hz models, is it worth the added cost? For normal TV viewing, movies, sports, no gaming is it better to just go basic 1080p or go all out?
Some people love 120hz and a minority say it changes the picture quality for the worse. YMMV. You can probably find a side by side demonstration in your area and figure it out for yourself.
It has nothing to do with the resolution and everything to do with the frame rate. The problem is that film doesn't divide evenly into traditional displays, producing a stutter, but this is corrected at 120hz. If you still don't understand, then you really do need to see it. It shouldn't do anything for cable/satellite broadcast, but should show up on Blu-ray, but don't quote me on that.Spiker said:I appreciate the response, not to be a smart ass but could you please try and explain this in layman's terms? Realistically, it doubles the cost of the set so it really merits some research. Also, given 1080i cable/satellite feeds, is there really any benefit? Will it be noticeable only on a blu-ray for example?
Cheers!
Really, in layman's terms, if you are going to be watching in slow-motion, then 120 is going to be superior, since it will not cause a blur in Motion Pictures which are traditionally shown at 24 frames per second (twice). At other rates, your brain cannot accomodate changes taking place in front of your eyes. If you really care about watching slow-mo then go for the 120i. Else, it's a moot point.
Start with this explanation of the difference between film frame rates and video frame rates, and how movies get converted.
Then you can try this link I found from googling, to try to see how "120Hz" fits in the game.
Then try to figure out which movies will be released with a 24fps encoding (i.e. as the movie was shot), expecting the DVD player to convert it to 29.97fps. And which movies will be converted by the studio and encoded at 29.97fps.
Finally, ask these manufacturers why they don't simply allow these displays to negotiate with the player to operate at either 24fps or 29.97fps, depending on the encoding of the source material. (Of course, adjust "29.97" to the equivalent rate for PAL or SECAM or any other non-NTSC display rates.)
Then you can try this link I found from googling, to try to see how "120Hz" fits in the game.
Then try to figure out which movies will be released with a 24fps encoding (i.e. as the movie was shot), expecting the DVD player to convert it to 29.97fps. And which movies will be converted by the studio and encoded at 29.97fps.
Finally, ask these manufacturers why they don't simply allow these displays to negotiate with the player to operate at either 24fps or 29.97fps, depending on the encoding of the source material. (Of course, adjust "29.97" to the equivalent rate for PAL or SECAM or any other non-NTSC display rates.)
