KDL-52W3000 vs KDL-52XBR4/5 I am confused as to go for a 52'' W3000 or 52'' XBR4/5. I went to a sonystyle store and, it looked to me that 52'' W3000 has more "in your face" picture experience than 52'' XBR5? Is this just because W3000 has a smaller bezel than XBR5? Is it true that XBR5 with 120Hz motion blur is better? I have a PS3 and hence this is very important for me :) ? Thanks. KDL-52W3000 vs KDL-52XBR4/5 I am confused as to go for a 52'' W3000 or 52'' XBR4/5. I went to a sonystyle store and, it looked to me that 52'' W3000 has more "in your... » Read More KDL-52W3000 vs KDL-52XBR4/5 I am confused as to go for a 52'' W3000 or 52'' XBR4/5. I went to a sonystyle store and, it looked to me that 52'' W3000 has more "in your face" picture experience than 52'' XBR5? Is this just because W3000 has a smaller bezel than XBR5? Is it true that XBR5 with 120Hz motion blur is better? I have a PS3 and hence this is very important for me :) ? Thanks. « Show Less
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Check out the review comment posted at the product site on Amazon - one chap has addressed the blur issue specifically. Here's the link to the review http://www.amazon.com/review/R3PJS6SOXSDS0E/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
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I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should decide. If nothing substantial is announced, the price for this will have dropped greatly. I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should... » Read More I too am looking for a new cyber-shot. I am looking to buy the dsc-w290 but I have heard great things about the WX1, such as the new panoramic sweep mode and cmos sensor. Not to mention zoomable HD video is amazing.Why you should wait however, is that this is the first batch of cameras with the new sensor. It also uses a smaller LCD than the 3.0 inch they started using such as the dsc-w290 and is only 10.1 mp which if you shoot in 16:9 mode, will be even less.Sony will come out with new cameras being announced in January at the CES 2010 show and then you should decide. If nothing substantial is announced, the price for this will have dropped greatly. « Show Less
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I'm also trying to decide between the two. Only difference seems to be that the 52b750 is 240hz instead of 120hz for the 55b650. I think that has something to do with response time. Hoping that we can get responses indicating whether or not the average person can notice the difference when watching tv. I would rather spend an extra $100 for a larger tv but wonder if I would be missing out on a better picture with the 240hz.
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I wondered the same. From what I gather, the 30B is 47" and the 32B is 42" but otherwise the same, I believe. The 32B with my 65" Tv works great for such a price savings. I wouldn't notice any difference of 5 inches for twice the price. I believe, at the time, I made the right call but see the price has lowered for the 30B. So moot point now. I wouldn't pay for the above price for either, keep searching.
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The xbr5 only has 10 bit the a3000 is better with 12 bit both have deep color.
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I'm still shopping, but the deciding factor for me is going to be the wider angle on the S95. The only way I get into photos is to hold the camera at arm's-length, and the difference between 28MM and 36MM makes a big difference to me. Since this is for my wife, where simpler is better, it would be a no-brainer if the SD4500 had the same 28MM-wide lens as the SD4000. Too bad they changed it.By the way, the f2.0 on the wider lenses makes a big difference to me, too. The SD4500 starts at f3.5.I want the better HD video features of the 4500, but will probably get a compact HD video camera for that some time in the future (where I will complain about the photo features ;-) ) I'm still shopping, but the deciding factor for me is going to be the wider angle on the S95. The only way I get into photos is to hold the camera at arm's-length, and the difference between 28MM and 36MM makes a big difference to me. Since this is for my wife, where simpler is better, it would be a no-brainer if the SD4500 had the same 28MM-wide lens as the SD4000. Too bad they changed it.By the way, the f2.0 on the wider lenses makes a big difference to me, too. The SD4500 starts at f3.5.I want the better HD video features of the 4500, but will probably get a... » Read More I'm still shopping, but the deciding factor for me is going to be the wider angle on the S95. The only way I get into photos is to hold the camera at arm's-length, and the difference between 28MM and 36MM makes a big difference to me. Since this is for my wife, where simpler is better, it would be a no-brainer if the SD4500 had the same 28MM-wide lens as the SD4000. Too bad they changed it.By the way, the f2.0 on the wider lenses makes a big difference to me, too. The SD4500 starts at f3.5.I want the better HD video features of the 4500, but will probably get a compact HD video camera for that some time in the future (where I will complain about the photo features ;-) ) « Show Less
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Hi Matthew,I am looking for the latest discount codes, specifically for the LN52B750; any idea where i might look?also, in your opinion how do you think it compares to the Sony KDL52XBR9?Thanks for your helpPhantom1293
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The 32" XBR9 is finally out so the 37" will probably be out soon too. What hurts is the price drop, Sony has cut the price of the 32" XBR9 by $100 so it costs less than XBR6!
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I just compared the Sony XBR4 with the Samsung 71F. I found that the Samsung had deeper blacks, but to the point of hiding details in shadows or low light areas of the picture. With the Sony, the blacks were not as deep but it was possible to distinguish more detail in low light images. Overall, I found the Sony's picture to be better.
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Per the Sony marketing brochure, the 2007 model is definitely a 768 line 720p display (although you'll see people mistakenly posting that "the S3000 is 720 but the XBR4 is 1080"). So regardless of what resolution of source signal it is fed, it will display via upconverting or downconverting that source signal to 720p resolution. I.e., it cannot display more lines (finer resolution) than it physically has. I believe the XBR4 will accept a 1080p source and automatically downconvert it to the XBR4's native 720p resolution, but if so, I'd think you might get a better picture by setting the output of your game box to 720p to begin with to avoid the extra conversion. The Spring/Summer 2008 32" KDL-32XBR6 will be 1080p per Sony press release. Hope this helps.
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According to this link from Amazon:Sony 32" BRAVIA L-Series Black LCD Flat Panel HDTV,the 504 seems to have 1080P as opposed to 720P max on the 5000 one. contrast seems the same at 13,000:1
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I purchased this TV specifically based on Amazon's description that indicated 120 hz. I've run into the same conflicting information that you found and unfortunately (especially for me), it appears that the refresh rate is in fact 6ohz. I spent several days trying to find the 120hz switch in all of the settings and couldn't find it. Finally, I checked in the manual and it says the XBR series of Sony TVs doesn't come with Motionflow (their name for 120hz). I'm still hanging on to the tiniest bit of hope that I'm wrong but I don't think so. If you've seen a 1080p tv play a blueray or hd material with the 120hz on, then you'll know why I'm bummed. It's a truly amazing effect. It doesn't look 3d, but almost like you're watching a play. It's not an effect that would appeal to everyone, but I've seen movies like Spiderman 3, terminator 2 and Pirates of the Carribean and I was blown away. My one bit of hope (and confusion) come from the fact that the previous model (KDL 32XBR4) is described on the Sony website as having Motionflow/120hz but that model was only 720p. I haven't seen what that type of combination looks like, but I'm curious if it still provides the same effect that I've seen on the 1080p models. I spoke to both Circuit City and Best buy reps and both said that there aren't ANY 32" and smaller TVs with 120hz. The smallest it is offered on is 40". Not sure if this helped any but my last bit of research is calling Sony directly and asking them. I'll write back and keep you posted.
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I would say yes. I was in the exact same position just a short month ago and before that 2 years ago. My 1st purchase of an LCD was between a 37" and a 40". I went with the 40 and was very happy I did. When our 40" went into the bedroom and we were looking for a TV room replacement it was between the 46" and the 52". So we were looking at 6 more inches or a whole foot. You may not initially notice a big difference in the store because there are so many sets side by side, but when you get it home you'll really see how nice a large screen looks. (if you have the space) Now that we have a 52" I feel like a 60" would be just fine at my home. I ended up with a Samsung LN52A630. Its a very nice set with the 120HZ process rate and I got a very good deal on it. If I had not gotten a deal on the set and had to choose between a 46" with the 120HZ and a 52" without it,,, I'd go with the 52". I think you'll really like seeing a BIG impressive picture. Good luck.
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I bought the 52 92u back in June 2007 and I can tell you I have not had any problems with banding from this model Aquos..I think most of the banding problems were with the earlier models such as the 62u series..This is an amzing lcd with an amazing picture especially with blu-ray and watching in full 1080p..I think if you compare the two lcd's you will find the sharp has a 5 wavelenth back light and also has 120hz refresh..I dont think the Sony does..Oh also the sharp has a 15000:1 contrast ratio..Good Luck..TR
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There is Absolutely No question that the 55" Sony...920...XBR is light years better than ANY Plasma.Especially relative to motion. You are really Not seeing motion accurately on any Plasma because the picture is so non-detailed/inaccurate relative to input.I cannot believe that anyone cannot see the difference. I am very serious when I say that those who cannot see the difference must not have normal vision!
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The 3211350 has the same resolution but double the refresh rate of the 3214200. This means a clearer picture even with the same resolution. It looks 100% better if you have HD video or streaming.
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It's all subjective. I personally selected the W230 over the W220 and W290. I needed the 3 inch LCD view on the back. It was the best fit for me, in the Sony line. My old camera only had 1 inch LCD. I do think the larger the LCD the more drain on the battery. But I compromised to accommodate my poor eye sight.. Good Luck