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RE: I have narrowed my search down to the Samsung LN40A650

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Gmood1

In Reply to: RE: I have narrowed my search down to the Samsung LN40A650 posted by BS64 on November 27, 2008 at 07:03:58

Yup..I thought the Samsungs had great picture as well. I wanted the 52 inch in this model. At the time the price was more than I wanted to spend. It is very difficult to judge any of these TVs in store. It's funny, I compared the Sharp and LG..the Sharp won by a large margin in black levels. Again..calibration is the real key with any of these televisions. There's a point when you start splitting hairs with the brands. Most of the flat panel makers share parts and facilities. So you'll find them all intertwined behind the scenes. As long as your not in direct sunlight..the Samsung should do well.Good luck with your hunt.

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"very difficult to judge any of these TVs in store" - BS64 14:58:03 11/28/08 (2)
Without a doubt. They each have their own visual strong points during various scenes. You like one model one minute, then the one next to it the next minute.

I know price does not determine quality level, but I have learned over the years that if you buy cheap it will show, and you eventually buy twice. I try to find that middle ground of quality features and solid build at a "reasonable" price.

Friends keep telling me about such and such store having a 46" LCD for $500. What they don't understand are the specs, or lack thereof, behind that price. I want high contrast ratio, 120hz, 4ms. You won't find those specs in a 46" set under $1000. And it's those specs that will make a great TV stand out from a good one. Based on what I am seeing, anyway...
- RE: "very difficult to judge any of these TVs in store" - Gmood1 15:03:19 11/28/08 (1)
  Yeah I agree ...that is normally where I'm at with this stuff...middle ground. I install them from time to time as well. So I get a chance to see them in different settings. Don't let the store displays fool you. Some of these so so TVs..are really pretty good at home.
  - "Some of these so so TVs..are really pretty good at home." - BS64 09:08:07 11/29/08 (0)
    I will keep that in mind. Thanks again...

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