Vote on a New TV - Page 2

Cadaverous Pallor · 12-22-2007, 05:16 PM

I know you're considering these two brands, but I have to say, our Samsung is awesome, and I've heard nothing but praise for them in every size.

That out of the way - you need to read reviews. Just put the model numbers into search engines and read, read, read.

To get you started -

CNet reviews the Toshiba
CNet reviews the Sharp (diff size but same set really)

Not Afraid · 12-22-2007, 05:34 PM

I read the CNet reciews. The Sharp was like a 9.3 and the Toshiba got a 7. The sharp IS prettier........

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin who seems to have forgotten how small our house is and how much I HATE having a TV in the LR

42"?!?

Get a real TV.

NO!

And, one of these will be our DVD player. (We need an up-converter and an all-region model.)

Snowflake · 12-22-2007, 05:55 PM

OMG, I'm so green with TV envy

and this for the people who do not watch TV, yes, yes, I understand though, you do do media. It will be awesome. I have no intelligent suggestion, however.

Not Afraid · 12-22-2007, 06:13 PM

It's not really for TV watching. However, movies will soon be a joy.

Kevy Baby · 12-22-2007, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by She who Is Afraid to admit that she really wants a big assed TV filling her living room with gorgeous high definition images

And, one of these will be our DVD player. (We need an up-converter and an all-region model.)

A fine choice!

sleepyjeff · 12-22-2007, 06:53 PM

I voted for the Sharp...but fair warning my decision was based not on any understanding or experience with either one of these TV's but only with the fact that Sharp supported Manchester United during its' Golden Years whereas Toshiba did great things for the Soviet Navy during the waning years of the Cold War

CoasterMatt · 12-22-2007, 07:23 PM

I'd go with the Sharp, and one of these to make sure things are lookin' as good as possible

BarTopDancer · 12-22-2007, 11:48 PM

My final vote will be for the Sharp. It is prettier. And I suppose you don't need a geeked out back end.

DreadPirateRoberts · 12-23-2007, 03:43 AM

Those both look like great tvs. I wonder why the toshiba is approx 50% heavier (75 lbs vs 48 lbs).

Moonliner · 12-23-2007, 08:52 AM

I have the big brother to the Toshiba. I went with the Regza line because they are optimized for Hi-Def movies. For example, they have a 120Hhz refresh rate and a 24fps mode. Blu Ray and HD movies are encoded at 24fps and playback in that mode is smoother (less jaggies) than at the standard 60fps. In MI:III there is a scene where they walk down a flight of marble stairs. In 60fps mode you see jaggies but in 24 it's smooth as silk. That's just one example. If you like movies make sure the sharp can match the detailed specs of the Toshiba (and that the 42" version you are looking at has these features....).

I will note that out of the box the Toshiba had some color issues (a noticeable green push) but with a bit of tweaking it's now spot on. Plan to spend some time with a utility like Avia no matter which set you purchase.

With blu ray players going for under $300 I would STRONGLY suggest AGNIST the Oppo at this point. They have has their day. A blu ray player will upscale as good or better than the Oppp and give you all that Disney hi def goodness. Pirates is simply stunning in Blu! Of course you will still have the multi-region issues.

Oh and don't be freaked when movies (standard or Hi-Def) still have the black bars at the top and bottom. Unfortunately that's normal on these sets (both the Toshiba and the Sharp).

If you do go HD I would also reccomend Blue Jeans Cables for all your cable needs.

And if you REALLY want to obsess over this decision visit here and here.

View Poll Results: Which TV should we get?
Toshiba 42HL167 LCD TV	3	30.00%
Sharp LC-42D64U LCD TV	7	70.00%
Voters: 10. You may not vote on this poll

12-22-2007, 05:16 PM	#11
Cadaverous Pallor ohhhh baby Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parental Bliss Posts: 12,364	I know you're considering these two brands, but I have to say, our Samsung is awesome, and I've heard nothing but praise for them in every size. That out of the way - you need to read reviews. Just put the model numbers into search engines and read, read, read. To get you started - CNet reviews the Toshiba CNet reviews the Sharp (diff size but same set really) __________________ The second star to the right shines in the night for you
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Snowflake lost in the fog Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 7,831	OMG, I'm so green with TV envy and this for the people who do not watch TV, yes, yes, I understand though, you do do media. It will be awesome. I have no intelligent suggestion, however. __________________ Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
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12-22-2007, 06:13 PM	#14
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	It's not really for TV watching. However, movies will soon be a joy.
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12-22-2007, 06:53 PM	#16
sleepyjeff Go Hawks Go! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Parkrose Posts: 2,632	I voted for the Sharp...but fair warning my decision was based not on any understanding or experience with either one of these TV's but only with the fact that Sharp supported Manchester United during its' Golden Years whereas Toshiba did great things for the Soviet Navy during the waning years of the Cold War __________________ River Guardian-less
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CoasterMatt BRAAAAAAAINS! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: One Step Beyond... Posts: 8,802	I'd go with the Sharp, and one of these to make sure things are lookin' as good as possible __________________ Do you like my photography? Visit photosbymatt.tumblr.com to purchase prints!
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12-22-2007, 11:48 PM	#18
BarTopDancer Prepping... Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Here, there, everywhere Posts: 11,405	My final vote will be for the Sharp. It is prettier. And I suppose you don't need a geeked out back end. __________________ Spork is the new MacGyver Postcards From My Edge
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12-23-2007, 03:43 AM	#19
DreadPirateRoberts Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 2,483	Those both look like great tvs. I wonder why the toshiba is approx 50% heavier (75 lbs vs 48 lbs).
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12-23-2007, 08:52 AM	#20
Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	I have the big brother to the Toshiba. I went with the Regza line because they are optimized for Hi-Def movies. For example, they have a 120Hhz refresh rate and a 24fps mode. Blu Ray and HD movies are encoded at 24fps and playback in that mode is smoother (less jaggies) than at the standard 60fps. In MI:III there is a scene where they walk down a flight of marble stairs. In 60fps mode you see jaggies but in 24 it's smooth as silk. That's just one example. If you like movies make sure the sharp can match the detailed specs of the Toshiba (and that the 42" version you are looking at has these features....). I will note that out of the box the Toshiba had some color issues (a noticeable green push) but with a bit of tweaking it's now spot on. Plan to spend some time with a utility like Avia no matter which set you purchase. With blu ray players going for under $300 I would STRONGLY suggest AGNIST the Oppo at this point. They have has their day. A blu ray player will upscale as good or better than the Oppp and give you all that Disney hi def goodness. Pirates is simply stunning in Blu! Of course you will still have the multi-region issues. Oh and don't be freaked when movies (standard or Hi-Def) still have the black bars at the top and bottom. Unfortunately that's normal on these sets (both the Toshiba and the Sharp). If you do go HD I would also reccomend Blue Jeans Cables for all your cable needs. And if you REALLY want to obsess over this decision visit here and here. __________________ - Taking it one step at a time. Last edited by Moonliner : 12-23-2007 at 09:00 AM.
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