Buying a new TV betvween 55"-65", plasma or LED?

[Code]

I am not sure if Norwegian prices compare to Swedish ones (generally a bit more than UK anyway), but 20000 SEK would get you a hell of a telly here. I can't imagine having to spend more than 10,000 sek to get a 60" of decent quality.

 

How much would the Panasonic TXP65VT50Y be?

 

Maybe I need to make a trip across the border?

[Gym Beglin]

Oh good.

Edited July 5, 2013 by Funnneeeee

[RedinSweden]

How much would the Panasonic TXP65VT50Y be?

 

Maybe I need to make a trip across the border?

 

Showing up as discontinued in my searches.

 

The Panasonic Viera TX-P65ST50Y is 19990 SEK, so maybe I was talking bollocks or maybe you are after a class above what I look at.

[Code]

Yes the one I'm looking at is last years model, the new one is around 24-25.000 NOK I think.

 

Anything above 15.000 sounds too much for me, but if there is a noticable difference in the picture I can go a few thousands higher if I use the perspective it will only be 1 kr or less a day I guess.

[RedinSweden]

if you want to look at prices in Sweden, use pricerunner.se or prisjakt.nu

[Code]

if you want to look at prices in Sweden, use pricerunner.se or prisjakt.nu

 

Will do, thanks.

[Code]

Oh good.

 

Why did you edit your post fuuuuuuunnnnnnnnneeeeeeeee?

 

The original one was better.

[VladimirIlyich]

 

It certainly is a beauty. I never stop admiring it no matter how many times i've seen it.

 

Must be ace if it looks good through binoculars while staring through the kitchen window.

[Lario]

Rafa always buys plasmas. Just saying like.

 

GF be damned.

[Rush 346]

I wouldn't buy anything other than LED.

 

You'll pay more for fashionable brands such as Panasonic (worth it though) Sony & Samsung (great for innovation & in the smart tv market) LG though are a very decent cheaper option.

 

I only buy Panasonic though. Have done for ages. Cannot fault their reliability and the picture quality has always been outstanding. Current LED TV's are awesome. Even better colour sharpness than my previous plasma plus extra savings on energy efficiency

 

This man knows, go for Panasonic

[aphex chin]

I'm not sure how prices in Norway compares with the UK, but I did not really want to spend more than 10.000 NOK (£1070 today) for it, could stretch to 12.000 NOK, but now I dont know anymore, might end up with almost 20.000 for a 65" Plasma.

 

If you are planning to spend that amount, I would wait a few months for newer technological models to be announced at IBC 2013/NBC 2014 and shake up the market.

 

If you're spending that much, Don't get an LCD or plasma, they are yesterday's news and don't clearly represent absolute blacks or absolute whites. As such the whole colour spectrum is not accurate. There will be affordable 2K OLED televisions out within 12-18 months meaning LED will be the norm and thus cheaper for the average consumer. 2K will probably replace 3D within that time too. I think you'll get a lot more quality for your money if you look at Panasonic/Sony offerings in a few months.

[SAXON]

So, I'm going to buy a new TV, not sure what to get yet but I'll be looking at something between 55" and 65".

 

Plasma seems to be the cheaper options and I do not really need 3D or a smart TV.

 

3D because I cant see it for medical reasons ( almost blind on one eye) and smart TV because I have Apple TV.

 

I'm looking at

 

Plasma:

 

LG 60" Plasma-TV 60PN650T

LG 60PN650T Televisions - 60†Full HD PLASMA TV WITH FREEVIEW HD AND 600HZ.- LG Electronics UK

 

LG 60" Plasma-TV 60PA650T

LG 60PA650T Televisions - 60†Full HD Plasma TV with freeview HD, 600Hz and 3 HDMI - LG Electronics UK

 

Samsung 60" Plasma-TV PS60E535A3W

Samsung PN60E8000 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review

 

LED:

Samsung 55" 3D Smart LED-TV UE55F6475

55-inch D8000 Series 8 Smart 3D Full HD 1080p LED TV | UE55D8000YU - Samsung UK - OVERVIEW

 

 

 

Any thoughts?

 

 

These days the new LED out performs Plasma, if you are getting 3D then you should go for active because it works from all angles while passive works providing you are level and nearly in front of the screen. LED's also use much much less electricity.

[aphex chin]

These days the new LED out performs Plasma, if you are getting 3D then you should go for active because it works from all angles while passive works providing you are level and nearly in front of the screen. LED's also use much much less electricity.

 

Don't get 3D! Nobody will be broadcasting in 3D within a year! Ironically, BBC have today announced they are indefinitely ending it in November.

[SAXON]

Don't get 3D! Nobody will be broadcasting in 3D within a year! Ironically, BBC have today announced they are indefinitely ending it in November.

 

All new TV's come with 3D. Don't think it will be getting the boot there are loads of films in 3D. Just because it aint big now doesn't mean that companies wont invest and improve what is currently available to get people to buy new TV's.

[TheHowieLama]

Go with Beta - VHS will never catch on.

[Code]

If you are planning to spend that amount, I would wait a few months for newer technological models to be announced at IBC 2013/NBC 2014 and shake up the market.

 

If you're spending that much, Don't get an LCD or plasma, they are yesterday's news and don't clearly represent absolute blacks or absolute whites. As such the whole colour spectrum is not accurate. There will be affordable 2K OLED televisions out within 12-18 months meaning LED will be the norm and thus cheaper for the average consumer. 2K will probably replace 3D within that time too. I think you'll get a lot more quality for your money if you look at Panasonic/Sony offerings in a few months.

 

So your suggestion is that I manage without a TV for around a year?

[Code]

These days the new LED out performs Plasma, if you are getting 3D then you should go for active because it works from all angles while passive works providing you are level and nearly in front of the screen. LED's also use much much less electricity.

 

I dont need 3D as I cant watch it.

 

The electricity use is not an issue.

[Lario]

These days the new LED out performs Plasma, if you are getting 3D then you should go for active because it works from all angles while passive works providing you are level and nearly in front of the screen. LED's also use much much less electricity.

 

Active causes more headaches/eye strain than passive.

Active glasses are £60+ per pair, passive are around £1 at most.

 

The part in bold is complete tripe. I sit 5m back from my telly and have no problem with the passive 3D.

 

All that said, I've a Smart 3D telly, and I still only use it for watching telly. The smart part is gimmicky, and I only throw on 3D stuff to freak out the kids!

 

3D porn makes for interesting viewing though.

[SAXON]

Active causes more headaches/eye strain than passive.

Active glasses are £60+ per pair, passive are around £1 at most.

 

The part in bold is complete tripe. I sit 5m back from my telly and have no problem with the passive 3D.

 

All that said, I've a Smart 3D telly, and I still only use it for watching telly. The smart part is gimmicky, and I only throw on 3D stuff to freak out the kids!

 

3D porn makes for interesting viewing though.

 

When I said 3D I mean you have to be in front facing not close to the TV. You can still view from the sides although not as much as active but you still need to be level.

 

I will take your word on the head aches as I am only repeating what I was told in store and don't own a 3D tv.

[ZonkoVille77]

If you are planning to spend that amount, I would wait a few months for newer technological models to be announced at IBC 2013/NBC 2014 and shake up the market.

 

If you're spending that much, Don't get an LCD or plasma, they are yesterday's news and don't clearly represent absolute blacks or absolute whites. As such the whole colour spectrum is not accurate. There will be affordable 2K OLED televisions out within 12-18 months meaning LED will be the norm and thus cheaper for the average consumer. 2K will probably replace 3D within that time too. I think you'll get a lot more quality for your money if you look at Panasonic/Sony offerings in a few months.

 

Racist

[Captain]

Are people confusing LCD and LED, bewcause LED is streets ahead of plasma.

 

Only if price doesn't matter.

[Code]

So, I'm going to buy a new TV, not sure what to get yet but I'll be looking at something between 55" and 65".

 

Plasma seems to be the cheaper options and I do not really need 3D or a smart TV.

 

3D because I cant see it for medical reasons ( almost blind on one eye) and smart TV because I have Apple TV.

 

I'm looking at

 

Plasma:

LG 60" Plasma-TV 60PA650T

LG 60PA650T Televisions - 60” Full HD Plasma TV with freeview HD, 600Hz and 3 HDMI - LG Electronics UK

 

 

 

Ended up buying this one and got it for only £880 and I'm well pleased with that.

 

I'm sure its more than good enough for me.

 

But now I've got another problem as I will have to buy a new speaker system as well as the sound from the TV obviously will not be the best.

 

Looking for something between £250-400 maybe or can I get any half decent stuff cheaper?

 

I have no idea where to start and what to look for.

[Rico1304]

Ended up buying this one and got it for only £880 and I'm well pleased with that.

 

I'm sure its more than good enough for me.

 

But now I've got another problem as I will have to buy a new speaker system as well as the sound from the TV obviously will not be the best.

 

Looking for something between £250-400 maybe or can I get any half decent stuff cheaper?

 

I have no idea where to start and what to look for.

 

I've just had a look on Which? (British consumer advice site) and their best buy is - £330

The LG BH7420P home cinema system has a lot to offer, with a 3D Blu-ray player and built-in wi-fi that means you can access LG's NetCast internet apps and online content. But how did it fare against other home cinema systems and was sound quality up to scratch? We tested the LG BH7420P to find out.

 

This is a decent option, and is the only model tested to be awarded a Best Buy. It combines good audio quality with excellent surround-sound performance, it also has many features that make it the top scoring home cinema system

 

What is it?

It's a complete home cinema system in a box. It's a 5.1 home cinema system that means it has front and rear speakers for optimum surround sound. It comes with a 3D Blu-ray player, surround-sound amplifier and six speakers that when arranged around your living room will deliver full surround-sound effects while watching films or TV. It incorporates a radio tuner and can access online content.

 

What does it sound like?

It has floor-standing speakers that can be better at producing good quality sound at lower frequencies, compared with smaller bookshelf speakers. This system produces excellent quality sound and effects when in surround-sound mode and in stereo mode it delivers a great listening experience. You can also play music from an MP3 player by connecting it to the USB port.

 

Video quality is good when playing back DVDs and Blu-ray discs.

 

What's it like to use?

Some systems can be a nightmare to set up and use, but the LG BH7420P is fairly simple, with decent instructions in the form of a printable PDF guide on CD.

 

Is there anything I should watch out for?

What lets this system down slightly is the length of time it takes to view photos stored on a USB stick. It's slow.

 

What else do I need to know?

Our tests did unearth some intermittent noise from the cooling fan, which can be annoying to hear during quieter scenes of a film.

 

Should I buy it?

Yes, this home cinema system produces great quality sound when listening to music or watching films at a reasonable price. Coupled with easy set-up and good connectivity, this system represents good value for money.

 

Pros: Great surround sound quality and effects, good CD audio quality, easy to set up and use

 

Cons: Noisy cooling fan, slow to load photos

Edited August 6, 2013 by rico1304
There to their

[Tyler Durden]

I've just got this installed....

 

Costco UK - Panasonic TH-152UX1W 152 Inch 4K2K Plasma Display - Fully Installed Package

[Code]

I've just got this installed....

 

Costco UK - Panasonic TH-152UX1W 152 Inch 4K2K Plasma Display - Fully Installed Package

 

Haha fuck off.

 

That would be something.