Which 32" LCD would you recommend?

[Trevor Schell]

Hi!

Well, I am looking at getting rid of the old 24" Panasonic TV we have
in the bedroom and replacing it with a 32" LCD model.
Any suggestions?
Thank You!

[Bing Fung]

Trev, I haven't looked at 32" ones recently to be able to recommend, however you'll find the right one

Have a read http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com

[Snap]

Trev,
I am a HUGE fan of the NEW Sony 32 inch XBR LCD's. The non XBR LCD's are also very nice. They are awesome!

[Shane Martin]

If you buy a name brand like Sony, Panasonic, Samsung etc, you will end up paying out the nose for it. I would recommend you focus on a more budget approach like the Sceptre Naga 37" 1080P model or the Westinghouse 37". You can buy those CHEAPER than buying a 32" Name brand.

Here's the Sceptre link:

http://www.sceptre.com/Products/LCD/Specifications/spec_X37SV-Naga.htm

It's available at Costco for cheap.

The Westinghouse 37" goes for $1800 at Best buy.

Both of these are 1080P models and go for several hundred less than their 32" 1366x768 counterparts.

[taz13]

I bought a Hyundai and am very happy with the PQ and the sound quality isn't bad either. I use it both as a monitor with a logitech MX700 wireless duo and as a TV. The LNA function in the menu cleans up regular cable to the point that it is very watchable. Watching dvds is like watching on any decent lcd. Smooth with ok black levels. I like it very much and the price was decent.

[aud19]

Sharp Aquos my friend

http://www.sharpusa.com/products/ModelLanding/0,1058,1416,00.html

[taz13]

Yep and huge price difference and I don't want to pay for something that I will upgrade long before the end of its lifecycle. But thats just me :lol:
Besides I compared them side by each and unless it was HD dvd content, all other sources were pretty much the same. Yes the Sharp is a much better name, but I am not totally convinced that it is that much better a product.

[Shane Martin]

Neither am I.

For less money, you can get 5 more inches in size, more resolution(1080P vs 768P) and money in your pocket plus you are ready for 1080P broadcasting.

[Trevor Schell]

Thanks for the link Bing! :T

Snap! Sony! check!!!

Shane, ,Forget about it. I am Not buying that Junk! :nonod:

Taz,,Never heard of it, but glad you like it.

Jason,,Sharp Check!!, however, the footprint spans 27", my stand at the top is
24"..It won't work. Unless I hang it on the wall, but then I might have to go bigger like 37" or 42"

On my list !
*Sony XBR
*Sharp, possibly
*Toshiba
*LG..Seems like a nice one, picture etc..Will have another look.
*Panasonic..haven't seen one yet, but will look around.

[aud19]

Trev, I haven't looked at 32" ones recently to be able to recommend, however you'll find the right one

Have a read http://www.lcdtvbuyingguide.com

Went poking around on your link their Bing, seems Sharp has 5 of their top 10 models :T

As for Snap/Shane... I've said it before and I'll say it again :lol: ...You get what you pay for

[Azeke]

Yes, the Sharp Aquos and Sony XBR get my vote as well.

This URL should further assist you in your search:

LCD

Good luck and happy hunting,

Azeke

[Snap]

As for Snap/Shane... I've said it before and I'll say it again :lol: ...You get what you pay for

Yep that is why I vote for the Sony XBR! :T

I am not sure about how true this is, BUUUUT I heard that Sony dumped all (well most anyways) of there R&D funds into LCD technology. Which would explain why they have some of the best LCD's on the market.

[aud19]

Sorry Snap, I was confused, I meant Taz..... ops:

Forgive me....? :smootch: :B

[Shane Martin]

I understand the idea of You get what you pay for. In fact I say it often but this comment needs addressing:

Shane, ,Forget about it. I am Not buying that Junk!

Have you ever seen it? Likely(99%) not. Saying "junk" w/o seeing it is quite harsh and judgemental. I thought they looked easily as good or better than the Samsung and Sony's I've seen side to side. I know you get what you pay for here but we're not talking about a $800 LCD. Plus you have to pay for that name too. Go see them and make up your mind. Then ask yourself, is that much more money worth it for less resolution, and less size? Bang for your buck goes out the window there.

[Trevor Schell]

Well!
Narrowed it down.
It will be the Panasonic 32" Viera LCD that I go for.
Best price I could find is $2,230 CDN.

However, I am now leaning towards the 37" Panasonic Viera Plasma
as it will fit into the space I have available on the wall.
This one retails for $2,999 CDN , but may be able to get it
a little lower. We will have to decide which way to go. :yesnod:

[Snap]

you know it Jason. and a :kiss: to you!

[kmak]

Trevor,

I guess we're kind of looking for the same thing. I saw a 40" Samsung (LCD) that's the same width (38 1/2") as the Viera 37". 4K before putting the screws to the salesman. You may want to check that out too. Future Shop also has their Aquos reduced. The 37" is 3K and the 32" is 2.5K (I think).

[aud19]

I think you'll find that the closer you get to 40", plasma tends to offer lower prices compared to LCD. So being that you're looking at the low to high 30" range I'd say it will depend on what you can get the best deal on at the which size. If it was me I'd be looking at the Panny plasmas closer to 40" or Sharp and Sony LCD's closer to 30" as mentioned. See what the salesmen are willing to do for those sets

[kmak]

I think I know which flat panel I'm going to get. I just saw the most splendid looking 37" Aquos '06 set. I didn't realize they had 3 ranges, of course I want the most expensive one. My dealer (owner) is willing to bend from the $3,900 list price, probably a couple hundred. I'll find out when I pull the trigger soon.

Here's the link:

http://www.sharpusa.com/products/ModelLanding/0,1058,1493,00.html

Here's the pic:

[kmak]

Trevor,

Could you make the wall bigger for this baby? :E

LC-65D90U AQUOS® LC-TV
65" HDTV AQUOS Liquid Crystal Television
World's Largest Available LC-TV
1920 x 1080 resolution (Full HDTV spec 1080p)
New 4-wavelength backlight system for enhanced vivid reds and wider color spectrum
High Contrast Ratio (800:1)
Digital Cable Ready with CableCARD™ slot
TV Guide On Screen® Electronic Program Guide
Elegant new design

[aud19]

Ken do you need/want the ATSC tuner and cable card? If not see if they have a less expensive model without

The store should be able to give you a discount AT LEAST covering provincial and federal taxes as well

[kmak]

Yeah but it's the only one with a bottom speaker (crucial) that's detachable and it looks very sexy in person.

[Trevor Schell]

Ken I like the Sharp!
Especially with the speakers on the bottom
rather than the sides. Just looks much better that way.

Bet that 65" is super sweet and super expensive.
I just have a feeling it is really, really expensive actually.


As for leaning to Plasma..
My sales guy was telling me about the benifits of Plasma.
*Blacker Blacks.
*No foggy grey cloudiness.
*8 MS resonse time versus LCD's 16 millisec response time.
This last point to me is critical.
Plus the price just seems very reasonable to me.
I do like the 37" Sharp though and am going to have another look.:yesnod:

[kmak]

I think blacks really depend on the model. The entry level Sharp has poor blacks, but this one is waaay better, plus no chance of burn-in. But the panny is sweet too. I may have to look at it again too.

[Drewbert]

All I do is sell TVs all day...... I agree with the previously mentioned new sony XBR.... I dont like sony, nor LCD... but damn tht thing looks AMAZING!

[bigburner]

I dont like sony

Why?

[Shane Martin]

Trevor,
Response time shouldn't matter on a Plasma. Motion Blur is not an issue like it is on the LCD's.

[Drewbert]

Why?

I just feel that their product is not that good.... just a personal thing I guess. I mostly said it to make the point that the new XBR is sick!

[Trevor Schell]

I have to check out the Sony XBR..I did see it, however they didn't
have it connected to a High-Def signal.

Trevor,
Response time shouldn't matter on a Plasma. Motion Blur is not an issue like it is on the LCD's.

That's the reason Shane.
The Plasma has a lower response time which is why motion bluris not an issue.
That's what I was told anyways.

[Shane Martin]

That's what I was told anyways.

I don't believe Plasmas have a response time at all.

SOME LCD's have a bad response time but the ones I posted above aka the "CRAP" have sub 12 ms response times. My 19" LCD at home has an 8ms response time. Anything below 16 you won't notice motion blur issues.

[aud19]

Ken I emailed Trev about a 37" Sharp LCD on sale at Best Buy for $2999CA. I think it's a model with speakers on the sides though so it might not work for you....?

That's funny I've seen motion smear on both plasmas and LCD's :lol:

[kmak]

Jason,

I saw the same one at Future Shop on Monday, same price I think. But it's the "entry level" LCD by Sharp. Panel isn't as good, plus speakers etc.

Thanks though

[Trevor Schell]

So Ken!,
Did you get one yet.

Yesterday I seen the Panasonic 32" LCD against the Toshiba,
LG and regular Sony.!
The Panasonic stood out like a fat kid on a smartie!
Really nice! :yesnod:

[kmak]

Not yet, gotta sign a couple of big ticket pieces of equipment. The pokers are in the fire though.