DLP HDTV v.s Plasma HDTV

FeelGoodUnInc · #1 08-28-2006, 02:11 AM

I currently have a Zenith 42" Plasma EDTV...I regret not paying extra at the time to go with HDTV now that blue-ray dvd players have arrived...

so I'm looking to upgrade..I heard the DLP produces some sort of rainbow affect but haven't seen one in person..as for getting another plasma I'm just concerned about burn-in's...but anyways I can get a solid deal for a Samsung 50" DLP HDTV...just curious which has the better quality/durability

LVR · #2 08-28-2006, 02:46 AM

DLP (Digital Light Projection) is a Texas Instrumnets projected technology that has been adapted for use in rear projection TV's to replace CRT (Cathode Ray Tube). It has meant that previously low definition (by comparison) TV's have continued to be relevent by applying better projection definition and contrast ratios.

I have a DLP overhead projector and when it is warming up you can get a visible band moving across the screen for the first couple of moments, only visible on a black background.

It has brilliant performance in every other way.

I'm understanding from your question that you are asking about a rear projection TV vs a Plasma?

I go with a plasma any day, but then I prefer Pioneer as it consistently wins comparisons and is currently the technical leader here in Oz for some time.

As with all things, comparing a low budget plasma with a top end TV can give a different result.

I say it depends on your budget and lighting. The lower the budget the more a plasma will struggle.....

how long is a piece of string? = twice the length from the end to the middle.....

pseto · #3 08-28-2006, 07:03 AM

Regarding plasmas, its very rare that people will get any type of burn-in nowadays. A lot of plasmas made today have technology in them to prevent this, and still you'd have to leave the TV on for many, many hours straight on the same station for this happen. A couple of hours here and there won't have any burn-in effect. Plus, the way most men change channels, it'll never happen

LeMansX5 · #4 08-28-2006, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by pseto

Regarding plasmas, its very rare that people will get any type of burn-in nowadays. A lot of plasmas made today have technology in them to prevent this, and still you'd have to leave the TV on for many, many hours straight on the same station for this happen. A couple of hours here and there won't have any burn-in effect. Plus, the way most men change channels, it'll never happen

The new plasmas coming these days have good life. You probably will ditch the TV before burn-in happens. I prefer hanging TV on the wall than sitting on a TV stand.

bozo · #5 08-28-2006, 08:13 AM

I went away for 4 days, and my daughter "forgot" to tell us that she turned the TV on before we got in the car..It was on a bright blue screen (for those in the UK, think Sky TV guide) for the enitre time....Had no issues with it since then and thats not the first time it happened either...

And I have an old school JVC plasma, so I doubt if the newer ones would experience any burn in issues...

Bavarian · #6 08-28-2006, 09:27 AM

I personally went with a 46" Toshiba DLP, bought the matching stand, DVD player, and saved the rest.

I am extremely happy with this decision a year later, and would only recommend a plasma over a DLP if you have space issues, or just want something that "looks" cool on your wall. Other than that, DLP!

I do agree about the comment on Pioneer Plasma. When I was doing my research, I was also lead to their lineup - particularly their "Elite" line because the body frame is black.

broknlgs24 · #7 08-28-2006, 01:53 PM

i've been told that prices are going to drop again
right before the holiday's. i can't remember where
i read this, but if i find it, i'll post it.

Bavarian · #8 08-28-2006, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by broknlgs24

i've been told that prices are going to drop again
right before the holiday's. i can't remember where
i read this, but if i find it, i'll post it.

It's a trend these days. The same is happening with LCD panels.

For instance, the average street-price for a 19" computer LCD was $325 last year. Today you can get a 19" LCD for just around $250-270.

Plus do you remember those crazy days around the year 2000 when you'd land a 15" LCD for $499? LOL!

LeMansX5 · #9 08-28-2006, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Bavarian

For instance, the average street-price for a 19" computer LCD was $325 last year. Today you can get a 19" LCD for just around $250-270.

Its under $175 in US.

mrkbbd · #10 08-28-2006, 07:59 PM

I have a pioneer elite 50" plasma and I highly recommend it. the ones coming out very shortly will be 1080p screens (which is necessary for blu-ray at its best quality) --- they're about $4k for the 43" and about $6k for the 50" and then there is a 61" which is like 10k.